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Shaun Keenan

Co Derry tourism and hospitality sector reopens for business

Venders have been declared open for business across Co Derry following the coronavirus lockdown.

Many of the retailers, hotels, restaurants, cafes, coffee shops, and pubs were forced to close their doors in March due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Adjusting to the new normal, businesses in Coleraine have been inspired to ensure it is a safe shopping environment for all customers.

The North Coast town is well-known for its use of the wide pedestrian areas, outdoor seating areas and the 2,000 car parking spaces within the vicinity.

Businesses in Limavady, Portstewart, Dungiven and Maghera have also all mostly reopened their doors to the public.

Jamie Hamill, from Coleraine Business Development Improvement District, said it was positive step forward for the Co Derry town.

He said: “It is wonderful to see the high street retailers and quality independent stores opening their doors once again, and many with fantastic promotions and offers on.  

“Following a tough few months of lockdown, isolating and online shopping, the visitors I have been speaking to are very thankful for local businesses opening up again.

"It’s clear from chatting to the locals also that they have really missed the town as it provides some retail therapy and a sense of community as you always meet someone you haven’t seen in a while.  

“Now that hospitality, hairdressers and beauty salons as well as retail are reopening, this will really add to a fuller visitor experience."

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