Carrickfergus Shoppers In Luck As New Discount Store Creates 15 New Jobs On The High Street

Shoppers in Carrickfergus are in for a treat as discount retailer The Original Factory Shop opens on the High Street.

Not only is it good news for those hoping to bag a Christmas bargain it’s great news for employment in the area as 15 jobs have also been created.

The Original Factory Shop has taken a five year lease of the 5,300 sq ft unit previously occupied by Poundstretcher.

With already nine stores across Northern Ireland in Portrush, Holywood, Ballycastle, Warrenpoint, Kilkeel, Bangor, Dungannon, Omagh and Carrickfergus, owners promise even more openings across the country in coming months.

The retailer sells well-known brands at factory shop prices with a product list which includes fashion, footwear, home and beauty items.

The new store is located on the town centre’s prime retailing pitch and is surrounded by a mix of retailers including Superdrug, Clarks and Medicare Pharmacy.

Mark Dodington, acquisitions manager at The Original Factory Shop, said: “Carrickfergus is an exciting opportunity for our brand and we are pleased to have identified a unit which is ideal for our requirements. We were looking for a prime location which would generate a high footfall while also giving us the space to feature a wide range of products.

“We are in the process of growing our brand significantly remain focused on identifying further opportunities in regional locations.”

Ian Henton, director of retail agency at Lambert Smith Hampton added: “The Original Factory Shop is an ambitious retailer and the team recognised quickly the potential which exists in a new store in Carrickfergus.  Their continued growth is a sign of confidence in Northern Ireland’s local retail offering. We are actively seeking similar opportunities across the province.”

Here are 6 brilliant bargains you can get at The Original Factory Shop to give you a taste: