Celebrating Success: Carraig Donn Athlone Store Reaches Top 30 in REI Competition!

Carraig Donn in the Golden Island shopping centre in Athlone,  are thrilled to announce that the store has made it to the prestigious Top 30 list in the REI (Retail Excellence Ireland) Awards! This incredible achievement is a testament to the dedication of our amazing team, the unwavering support of our loyal customers, and the continuous effort to offer a standout shopping experience.

The REI competition is renowned for recognizing retail excellence across the country, celebrating stores that demonstrate outstanding customer service, innovation, and overall quality. Reaching the Top 30 places our Athlone store among the finest retailers in Ireland, and we couldn’t be more proud.

The team in Golden Island are very active in engaging in their local community. They regularly host and participate in large scale fashion shows and events in the community as well as being the main sponsor for the Athlone Ladies Rugby Team.

What This Means for Us This milestone is a significant honour and a reflection of the hard work and passion our team pours into everything we do. From curating a beautiful selection of clothing, jewellery ,accessories, and homeware, to creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere in-store, we strive to deliver the best to our customers who are rewarded with loyalty points through our customer loyalty programme allowing for money off purchases and exclusive discounts. 

The first impression of the store is WOW with its impressive 300 square foot architecturally designed space, impressive shop front with digital screens showing the latest and greatest of our in-house produced content. Strong visuals can be seen in every aspect of the store with departments seamlessly flowing
into each other. The store has a beautiful layout with an upmarket atmosphere

Being recognized by REI is not just about excellent service; it’s also about innovation and embracing the values that make us unique as an Irish brand. Our team in Athlone has gone above and beyond to ensure that every customer leaves our store with a smile, including any customer who used the instore styling service and it’s rewarding to see these efforts acknowledged on such a prestigious platform.

The Road Ahead: REI Annual Ball on November 2nd While we’re incredibly excited about making it to the Top 30, the journey isn’t over yet. The overall winner of the REI competition will be announced at the REI Annual Ball on November 2nd in Galway, an event we’re eagerly looking forward to. This glamorous evening will bring together the best retailers from across the country to celebrate excellence in retail, and we’re honoured to be in such esteemed company.

Thank You to Our Community We owe this success to you, our customers, who continue to support us, trust our brand, and choose us for your shopping needs. Your feedback and loyalty drive us to continuously improve and adapt to meet your expectations.

Whether we bring home the top prize or not, this recognition reaffirms our commitment to being the best we can be, and we couldn’t be more excited about the future.

Thank you for being a part of the Carraig Donn Athlone journey—we look forward to continuing to serve you with the same dedication and passion!