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With up to 500,000 visitors due in the city and along the Suir Estuary for Waterford’s hosting of The Tall Ships Races 2011 from June 30-July 3, civic, Waterford’s businesses have joined forces to offer punters some extra special deals during the festival.
Getting into the theme of the Tall Ships festivities Waterford’s businesses, led by Chamber and the Waterford Retailers Association, have joined forces to offer a truly nautical welcome to visitors to the city.
Commenting on the retail plan Waterford Chamber President Anne Marie Caulfield said, “June 30 to July 3 will be landmark days for visitor numbers due to arrive in Waterford City and environs. Businesses are looking to capitalise on the opportunities created by such large numbers of visitors coming to the City. Extending a very warm welcome to all visitors and locals alike, Waterford businesses are planning to offer great value and discounts to shoppers during the Tall Ships Festival.”
Conscious that with over 500,000 visitors there is a fantastic opportunity to showcase the City and encourage visitors back for a repeat visit Businesses plan to festoon the City with bunting, balloons and themed posters. There will be lots of nautical themed windows, colouring competitions, and lots more activities all designed to contribute to Ireland’s biggest Quayside Party. |
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Waterford City Council in conjunction with Waterford Chamber are running a window dressing competition with a St. Patrick's Day theme. The competition is very kindly sponsored by the Munster Express who will provide the winner of the competition free advertising to the value of €500.
Entry Rules:
Participants should contact Michael Lynagh on 051 311132 or email
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with the following details:
- Name of the participating business
- Name of the business contact person
- Telephone contact details (business number and/or mobile)
Participating store windows should have a St. Patrick's Day or green theme (balloons, green ribbons, plants etc). Judging will take place on Friday, 11th March. The winning store will be announced at the St. Patrick's Day Parade. Photographs of the winner will be taken on Tuesday, 15th March. The winner will liaise directly with the Munster Express as to arrangements for their free advertising. Please note that the Judging Panel's decision is final and the prize of €500 worth of free advertising cannot be converted to cash. Any queries should be addressed to Michael Lynagh at 051 311132. |
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The Retail Committee was established to represent Chamber members based in the retail sector. The committee meets on a regular basis to discuss the issues facing retailers and actively lobbies Waterford City Council on these issues on their behalf. The committee invite the views and opinions of retailers in the city.
The Retail & Hospitality Committee engages with City Council on a regular basis and lobbies City Council on behalf of the businesses it represents. Issues addressed in the past twelve months include commercial rates, parking, signage green routes, planning and enhancement of the City Centre. A number of the issues on which the Committee have lobbied are reflected in the summer programme for the City recently launched by City Council.
The Retail Committee members are as follows:
| Anne Marie Caulfield (Chair) |
Caulfield’s SuperValu |
| Alan Weston |
City Square Shopping Centre |
| Irene Queally |
Oslo |
| Jim Gordon |
Revolution |
| Brian Tynan |
Sam McCauley Chemists |
| Glenn Sheridan |
Tommy Hilfiger |
| Cormac Cronin |
Bodega Restaurant |
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A new initiative has been launched to combat shoplifting in Waterford City Centre. The 'Retail Business Watch' is a scheme whereby retailers will receive warnings by text message of any shoplifters or other security threats. Pictured at the launch were Chamber President Tom Murran and Mayor Mary Roche with local Gardai and retailers. Photo by Noel Browne Photography.
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