Tell us a bit about yourself and the business.
“My name is Debbie, I am the owner of Bann Stationers located in Rathfriland Street in Banbridge.
“Bann Stationers and Photo Print Specialists Ltd has proudly served Banbridge and the surrounding communities since 2011. As a trusted local retailer, we offer a wide selection of quality stationery for home, school, and office needs.
“Our well-established Photocopy Centre provides comprehensive services including photocopying, laminating, binding, and scanning. We also specialise in plan printing and laminating up to A1 size.
“As a proud premium partner of Fujifilm, Bann Stationers delivers expert photo services, from photo printing and enlargements to professional photo restoration. Our creative team crafts custom-made canvases, photo mugs, collages, and much more.
“Additionally, our professional passport service offers compliant passport photos and digital passport photo codes for online applications for over 118 countries*. (*Country Specific compliance)”.
How did the business start?
“After spending many years working in the office product industry in South Africa, my husband Marcus and I decided to relocate home to Northern Ireland and open a dedicated stationery shop. It has since evolved offering a wide range of services to the local community”.
Why is shopping local so important?
“Shopping local means that every purchase helps keep our town and community vibrant, independent and economically resilient”.
What do you love most about your town?
“Our strong community Spirit. Banbridge is a town where community truly matters, and where everyone has time for a friendly chat”.