Roches Stores

Roches Stores is a chain of department stores in the Republic of Ireland.

Related Topics:
Department stores - Republic of Ireland

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Founded in Cork in 1901 by William Roche, as a small furniture shop, it now comprises twelve stores throughout Ireland. It sells a wide range of goods, from cosmetics to houseware to clothes and stationery. It was for many years the only true department store chain in the country.

Related Topics:
Cork - 1901 - Furniture - Cosmetics - Houseware - Clothes - Stationery

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Unlike its competitors, Roches Stores generally sells more branded items, particularly clothing. This lends it a more upmarket image than its competitors such as Dunnes Stores.

Related Topics:
Branded - Dunnes Stores

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The Roche family retains ownership of the stores. A noticeably private family, they maintain a low profile in Ireland in contrast to other large store owners.

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