Golden Discs Dun Laoghaire has shut its doors for the last time after decades in business.
The store took to social media to announce the sad news yesterday in an emotional post. Store manager Trevor, who has worked in the shop for the last 15 years, said it was a "pleasure" to have served so many customers over the years.
The Dun Laoghaire Golden Discs will be remembered fondly by many over the last five decades by music enthusiasts. Many locals took to the Golden Discs page to remember the good times spent their all the way from childhood to their adult years.
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One man said: "I’m 52, can’t remember a time when it wasn’t there, few moves & changes over the years, still buy stuff there, all the best to everyone, hope u all get new jobs quick enough." While another added: "Trevor, you're a gentleman and always very helpful, especially to my son in the last year or so as he began to buy vinyl in your shop. You'll be missed."
Messages also came from the local community, with one person saying: "Very sad to read this. Thank you, Golden Discs, for all the music and all the years you gave so much joy to me when I went in to visit. Another part of my growing up days and more recent days. Sorry to see it go!" And another local added: "I remember being a young teenager and saving up to buy an LP, 33 inch, or Cassette Tape there in the 80s. I'd spend hours browsing on a Saturday afternoon."
In a statement on Facebook, store manager Trevor said: "Regrettably, this store will close on Wednesday 25th January. A huge thank you to all our loyal customers who have shopped with us in Dun Laoghaire over the years.
"There are 7 other Golden Discs stores in Dublin – your nearest is our Dundrum Town Centre flagship. As a member of the Dun Laoghaire staff for the past 15 years it has been a pleasure to have served you and I just want to say thank you for making my job so pleasurable. For all the little chats, jokes, stories and knowledge a million thanks."
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