ToGo Retail Opens New Store on Limerick’s Cruises Street, Revitalizing Vacant Premises

ToGo Retail will open a new store at 15-16 Cruises Street in Limerick. This site has been empty since Argos closed in September 2020. The managing director of Rooney Auctioneers, Gordon Kearney, confirmed the sale this week.

ToGo Retail is a Chinese company with ten stores across Ireland. Their focus is on offering a variety of affordable products, including arts and crafts, homeware, DIY items, gifts, gardening supplies, and American sweets. Kearney believes this move shows confidence in Limerick and will benefit the city center by filling a vacant space.

Currently, ToGo is working on a full refit of the store, so it will not open in time for the holiday shopping season. The expected opening is early in the New Year. The property is well-placed with neighboring retailers like River Island, Flying Tiger, and JD Sports.

How will the opening of the ToGo Retail store impact the local economy in Limerick?

Interview with Gordon Kearney, Managing Director of Rooney Auctioneers, on the New ToGo Retail Store Opening in Limerick

News Directory 3: Thank you for joining us, Gordon. To start, can you confirm the details of the new ToGo Retail store opening in Limerick?

Gordon Kearney: Absolutely. We’re excited to announce that ToGo Retail will be opening a new store at 15-16 Cruises Street, which has been vacant since Argos closed in September 2020. This week, we confirmed the sale, and the company is currently undertaking a full refit of the space.

News Directory 3: What does this new store represent for Limerick?

Gordon Kearney: This opening is a significant vote of confidence in Limerick’s retail landscape. It fills a key vacant space in the city center and will cater to a diverse range of customers with an affordable product offering. The presence of ToGo Retail will enhance the shopping experience in the area.

News Directory 3: Can you tell us more about ToGo Retail and the types of products they will offer?

Gordon Kearney: ToGo Retail is a Chinese company with ten stores across Ireland. They focus on providing a variety of affordable products, including arts and crafts, homeware, DIY items, gifts, gardening supplies, and American sweets. Their diverse offerings will appeal to a wide customer base.

News Directory 3: When can we expect the store to open?

Gordon Kearney: While they’re in the middle of a comprehensive refit, the store will not be open in time for the holiday shopping season. We anticipate it will be ready by early in the New Year.

News Directory 3: What’s the significance of the location on Cruises Street?

Gordon Kearney: The store is strategically located next to popular retailers like River Island, Flying Tiger, and JD Sports. This high footfall area is crucial for retail success and will benefit from the planned regeneration of Cruises Street, including €120,000 allocated for new lighting, seating, and planting.

News Directory 3: How important is the broader redevelopment of Cruises Street and the Market Quarter to this retail addition?

Gordon Kearney: Very important. The Limerick City and County Council is seeking public input for potential upgrades to both areas. These improvements are aimed at enhancing connectivity, safety, and accessibility, making it more appealing for shoppers and retailers alike.

News Directory 3: Thank you for your insights, Gordon. We’re looking forward to seeing ToGo Retail open and what it brings to Limerick.

Gordon Kearney: Thank you for having me. We’re equally excited and optimistic about this development for our beautiful city.

Cruises Street is set for regeneration, with €120,000 allocated for new lighting, seating, and planting. The street is named after the former Cruises Royal Hotel, which was demolished in 1991.

Limerick City and County Council is also seeking public input on possible upgrades for the Market Quarter and Cruises Street. The goal is to improve connectivity, safety, and accessibility in these areas.