Mayo features on the treble in 'Little shops of treasures' list

Three Mayo business have have been listed among the 75 best independent shop in Ireland by the Irish Independent.

In a feature entitled 'Little shops of treasures', outlets in Louisburgh and Westport were proud to make the selection.

At No. 20 is Books @ One, Bridge Street, Louisburgh.

The adjudicators wrote: "Right at the precipice of Mayo’s wild coastline, this community-run book shop is a wholesome little slice of social wellness.

"It sells a mishmash of new and second-hand books, with an excellent kids’ section to boot.

"The staff are voracious readers, so you can always be sure of a decent recommendation, and there’s the odd pop-up shop in the atrium, too.

"There’s also a co-working office space, which you can book by the day."

At No. 63 is Townhouse, Shop Street, Westport.

The review stated: "Every detail, down to the window displays, feels considered in Ally Murphy’s colourful interiors shop in Westport town.

"It is immediately apparent that unique interiors is a passion, with an ever-changing inventory of décor jewels.

"The old-world feeling is evoked by a smattering of antiques, including a dining table artfully arranged with beautiful tableware, quirky candlesticks and hand-painted earthenware pitchers.

"On the walls hang botanical prints, and upstairs is a living-cum-bedroom curated with beautiful Irish textiles and one-of-a-kind furniture pieces."

At No. 74 is The Gallery, 9 Brewery Place, Westport

It's impressive review read: "One of the first natural wine bars in Ireland, The Gallery may not look like a shop at first glance.

"But look closer and you’ll see that the stacks of books on the shelves and the vinyl by the record player are all for sale.

"This collection is the work of owner Tom, a DJ and photographer who has curated the stash over the years.

"After you shop, you can sit and have a read with a glass of wine and an ethical charcuterie board, with free-range Irish meats and cheeses."