Allen's of Athlone

27/08/2026

Got a son or daughter heading off to college and wondering what on earth they actually need to take with them?

It’s easy to get carried away and buy far more than they’ll ever fit into student accommodation.

So we’ve put together a practical guide to help you work out what’s genuinely needed, what to check before you start shopping, and which things are better left until they’ve met the housemates.

We’ve also included some great-value everyday essentials from Allens for anything that does need to go on the shopping list.

Having a son or daughter move away to go to college can be an emotional time. Sadness and loss mixed with intense pride and excitement for them. This heady mix of emotions has been known to turn many a parent into a bit of a fruitcake, which makes it all…

17/08/2026

How much can you actually get for less than €20 these days?

We’ve had a good poke around and picked out 6 of our favourite home buys that are all under €20 right now.

There’s a 14-piece knife block, Egyptian cotton pillowcases, a very clever little rechargeable lamp and a few more we think are well worth a look.

See what made the list 👇

You don’t have to spend a fortune to find something that makes a real difference around the house. We’ve had a good poke around and picked out six particularly good finds, from a 14-piece knife set to Egyptian cotton pillowcases and a very clever little rechargeable lamp. The one thing…

28/07/2026

The sun doesn’t have to be splitting the stones to get the BBQ out. ☀️

With a few more warm days in the forecast, we’ve gathered some handy little finds to make eating outside easier.

Think loaded skewers, properly shaped homemade burgers, buttery BBQ corn, cold drinks, and something to keep those pesky flies away.

Have a read, then get the BBQ out and make the most of the lovely weather.

Discover handy BBQ accessories for easier outdoor dining, from skewers and burger presses to picnicware, ice trays and food covers.

04/07/2026

Shannonbridge Pottery PT 2

29/06/2026

Shannonbridge Pottery PT 1

26/06/2026

Luggage PT 2

23/06/2026

Brand new luggage just in!

22/06/2026

Allens, always worth a visit🥰