A New Era for Primark and Belfast’s Retail Landscape

  • Primark opens first standalone homewares store in Belfast on 6 March
  • 8,700sq ft Primark Home store in Fountain House
  • Expansion of kids section and menswear at Bank Buildings store
  • Second new concept launched by retailer after small-format store in Montijo, Portugal

Primark is set to open its first standalone homewares store, Primark Home, in Belfast city centre on 6 March. The 8,700sq ft store will be located in Fountain House, near the Bank Buildings store. It will offer bedding, towels, ceramics, and small furniture. This launch will also see an expansion of the kids section at Bank Buildings and a dedicated menswear space on the top floor. Primark Ireland and Northern Ireland Head Fintan Costello said, ‘This is a big moment for the brand and Belfast.’ The retailer has introduced two new concepts in recent months, including a small-format store in Montijo, Portugal.

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