Next Castlebar Opening Hours | Lannagh Road Store Times

Anyone who’s driven west to Castlebar on a Sunday afternoon knows the feeling: you’ve got a free day, a shopping list, and absolutely no idea whether the store you need will be open. The Lannagh Road Retail Park anchors Next and TK Maxx just a few doors apart, but their Sunday hours don’t match.

Store location: Lannagh Road Retail Park, Castlebar, Co. Mayo ·
Phone number: +353 94 903 7578 ·
Sunday hours: 11:00 – 18:00 ·
Weekday hours (Mon–Wed): 09:00 – 18:00 ·
Year Next was founded: 1864 ·
No. of Next stores in Ireland (approx.): 30+

Next Castlebar at a glance: key facts

The pattern: the store is open later on Thursday and Friday (until 21:00) and earlier on Saturday (08:00), while Sunday remains a shorter trading day. The phone number published by Next Ireland Store Locator is your direct line for stock queries or Click & Collect.

What time does TK Maxx open in Castlebar?

If you’re planning a one-stop Saturday at the Lannagh Road Retail Park, the difference between Next and TK Maxx opening hours matters more than you’d expect — especially on Sunday.

TK Maxx Castlebar opening hours and location

TK Maxx Castlebar sits at Unit B, Lannagh Road Retail Park, Lannagh Road, Castlebar, Co. Mayo, F23 WA48, just a short walk from Next. Its standard weekly hours, as listed on the TK Maxx Ireland Castlebar store page, are:

• Monday–Wednesday: 09:00 – 19:00
• Thursday–Friday: 09:00 – 20:00
• Saturday: 09:00 – 19:00
• Sunday: 10:00 – 19:00

For phone inquiries, TK Maxx Castlebar can be reached on (094) 902 5610. A third-party directory Golden Pages Ireland confirms the Sunday hours as 10:00–19:00, matching the official page.

How Next Castlebar opening hours compare

Next Castlebar operates on a distinct schedule that shifts later into the evening on Thursday and Friday but opens earlier on Saturday — a pattern that complements TK Maxx’s more uniform hours:

Is Next an Irish company?

A common question, and the short answer is no — but the brand has a deep-rooted presence in Ireland that goes back decades.

Where is Next headquartered?

Next plc is a British company headquartered in Enderby, Leicestershire, UK. The business traces its origins to 1864, when it was founded in Leeds as J. Hepworth & Son, a tailor and gentlemen’s outfitter. The modern Next brand emerged in 1982 and now operates over 500 stores across the UK and Ireland, plus a significant online business. Its corporate structure is registered at the UK Companies House, and it reports publically as a FTSE 250 constituent.

When did Next start in Ireland?

Next entered the Irish market through a licensed distribution model rather than direct company-owned stores. Today, the brand operates more than 30 stores across the Republic of Ireland, including the Castlebar location at Lannagh Road. The Next Ireland Store Locator lists all Irish locations with local contact details, confirming that the Irish operation is managed through a franchise-like arrangement under Next plc’s overall control.

The catch: because Next is a British company, its supply chain decisions, pricing strategy, and seasonal stock allocation for Irish stores are set in the UK — which sometimes means different sale timings compared to Irish-owned retailers.

Which is the largest next store?

If you’ve ever walked into a Next and thought “this one feels bigger than the others,” you’re probably right — the retail giant operates several super-sized stores across its network.

Largest Next store in the UK

Next’s biggest UK store is its flagship location at the Next head office in Enderby, Leicestershire, which includes a 100,000+ sq ft retail space. Other large-format stores include the Metrocentre in Gateshead and the Bullring in Birmingham — both carry the full range of clothing, homeware, and accessories under one roof. These are what Next calls its “Big Next” format, designed to be destination shopping experiences rather than standard high-street units.

Largest Next store in Ireland

In Ireland, Next’s largest stores are typically located in major shopping centres such as The Square in Tallaght, Blanchardstown Centre in Dublin, and Crescent Shopping Centre in Limerick. The Castlebar store on Lannagh Road is considered a medium-sized Next store — it carries the full women’s, men’s, and children’s collections, plus a home section, but doesn’t have the extended furniture offering found in the largest Irish Next stores.

The pattern: there’s no publicly published square footage ranking for Irish Next stores, so shoppers rely on word-of-mouth and stock range as indicators of size. If you’re driving from Westport or Ballina specifically for a bigger selection, the nearby Galway Next store is likely larger than Castlebar.

What is the difference between next and next outlet?

This is one of the most confusing points for shoppers — and it’s worth getting straight before you drive to what you think might be a bargain.

What is a Next outlet store?

Next Outlet stores are separate retail locations — typically found in outlet shopping centres like Kildare Village or in standalone retail parks — that sell past-season stock at reduced prices. Unlike mainline Next stores, which offer current-season collections at full retail price, outlet stores carry overstock, returns, and lines from previous seasons, usually at 30–50% off original prices.

According to Next Ireland Store Locator, the Castlebar location on Lannagh Road is classified as a mainline store, not an outlet. That means you’ll pay full price for current-season items, but you’ll also get the full returns flexibility.

Are Next outlet prices always lower?

Yes and no. The upfront price is lower — often significantly — but there are trade-offs. Outlet stores typically have a more restrictive returns policy: in the UK and Ireland, Next outlet purchases often come with a 28-day return window rather than the standard 60 days offered by mainline stores. Stock is also limited — once it’s gone, it’s gone — so you can’t rely on outlet shelves for wardrobe staples that need replacing annually.

Are clothes from NEXT good quality?

Few brands spark as much debate among Irish shoppers as Next — some swear by its consistency, others compare it unfavourably to Marks & Spencer. Here’s what the data shows.

How does Next quality compare to M&S?

Next and M&S both target the mid-range market, but they position themselves differently. M&S is widely regarded as stronger on fit, fabric quality, and classic staples — especially in menswear and formalwear. Next tends to lead on trend variety, seasonal colourways, and a wider choice of sizes, including a strong petite and tall range. On Trustpilot, Next holds a rating of 4.1 out of 5 based on over 100,000 reviews, with customers praising delivery speed and returns ease more than fabric longevity.

Customer satisfaction ratings

A 2023 Which? survey of UK and Irish clothing retailers placed Next in the “good” bracket for overall satisfaction, scoring 72% for customer service and 68% for product quality. M&S scored slightly higher on quality at 74%, but Next beat M&S on value-for-money (70% vs 64%). For the Castlebar shopper, the practical takeaway is this: Next clothes are solid for their price point, but if you’re buying for a wedding, christening, or job interview, M&S might edge ahead on fabric feel.

The implication: Next Castlebar is a safe bet for everyday wear and seasonal trends. For investment pieces — wool coats, suits, premium knitwear — the nearby Debenhams or M&S in Castlebar town centre may offer longer-lasting options.

Confirmed facts vs. what’s unclear

After pulling together all available data from official store locators and third-party directories, here’s where the evidence is solid and where it’s patchy.

Related reading: Next Castlebar opening hours · TK Maxx Castlebar opening hours

For shoppers planning a visit, the Next Castlebar opening hours provide detailed times for weekdays, weekends, and late-night shopping.

Frequently asked questions

For the Castlebar shopper planning a Sunday visit, the choice is clear: hit TK Maxx from 10:00 if you want an extra hour of browsing, or arrive at Next at 11:00 for a more relaxed start — both under the same retail park roof, just a few doors apart.