Topline Murtaghs – DIY Store of the Year

Topline Murtaghs in Ashbourne were delighted to be named as DIY Store of the Year at the prestigious Retail Excellence Ireland Awards that were held at the Galmont Hotel, Galway, on Saturday 2nd of November. Over 500 retailers gathered at the annual awards dinner to celebrate the best in Irish retail.

L to R: Ciaran Donnelly, Jena Aboltina and Colin Murtagh all from Topline Murtaghs, Shane Brennan, Johnston Shopfitters, Sponsor, Lillian Murtagh & Mary Dyas from Topline Murtaghs and Hector Ó Eochagáin, Presenter.

The Retail Excellence Ireland (REI) Awards celebrate outstanding achievement in the Irish retail sector, recognising stores who set the highest standards in customer service, innovation, and business performance. Organised annually by Retail Excellence, these awards highlight excellence across various categories including Store of the Year, Retail Team of the Year, and Online Business of the Year.

According to owner Colin Murtagh; “We are so proud of our store and our whole team. Winning DIY Store of the Year reflects our team’s hard work, exceptional service and commitment to being the best at what they do.”

The REI Retail Awards are highly regarded within the industry, drawing participation from small independent shops to large multinational brands operating in Ireland. The awards emphasise the importance of customer experience, community engagement, and adaptability in a fast-evolving retail landscape. Winners are selected through a rigorous process involving mystery shopping, presentations, site visits, and customer feedback, underscoring a commitment to quality and continuous improvement in Irish retail.