Lidl Ireland has officially opened the doors to its brand-new store in Blackrock, Dundalk this morning, bringing its 'More to Value' proposition and a state-of-the-art shopping experience to the local community.
Located on the Old Golf Links Rd, the new store marks a major milestone in the retailer’s expansion programme, securing 20 new permanent retail jobs following an extensive development phase.
Louth LGFA captain Áine Breen had the honour of cutting the official ribbon and greeting shoppers as opening day festivities got underway. The first ten shoppers through the doors were greeted with complimentary €20 Lidl gift vouchers to redeem in-store, alongside exclusive opening day offers.
To mark the opening and demonstrate its ongoing commitment to the local community, the store team selected local charity St Vincent de Paul (SVP) in Dundalk to receive a donation of €1,000 in Lidl gift vouchers. The charity supports and empowers individuals and families who are facing poverty.
With an investment figure of over €9 million, the new Blackrock store incorporates Lidl’s modern concept design, featuring a spacious 1,500 sq.m sales floor, self-service checkouts, long tills, and a popular in-store bakery offering freshly baked goods daily. The development also includes a 203 sq m. cafe unit which is currently planned to be occupied shortly after the store opening.
Sustainability is embedded throughout the Blackrock store, which incorporates an ISO 50001-certified energy management system, high-performance energy-efficient technologies, rooftop solar PV panels, and LED lighting with Dali control. The spacious car park offers 12 electric vehicle (EV) charging units and dedicated bicycle parking to encourage sustainable transport options for customers and store teams.
At the official opening, Tom McAuliffe, Regional Managing Director at Lidl Ireland, said:
“Opening the doors to our brand-new store in Blackrock today marks a major milestone for Lidl Ireland in County Louth. This state-of-the-art store represents a significant investment in Dundalk, bringing a modern, energy-efficient retail space designed around customer convenience and sustainability. We are deeply grateful for the warm welcome and enthusiastic support from the Dundalk community this morning. Our team is excited to welcome local shoppers through the doors and deliver our market-leading quality and value for many years to come.”
Louth LGFA Captain, Áine Breen, added:
“It is a privilege to cut the ribbon and celebrate the official opening of Lidl’s newest store today. There is fantastic energy here this morning, and it’s wonderful to see Lidl expanding its footprint and continuing its strong investment in Dundalk. The increase of fresh local produce along with the creation of numerous permanent jobs has been warmly welcomed by the community as the smiles on everyone's faces this morning really say it all.”
Lidl’s ongoing expansion in County Louth contributes significantly to the local economy, with more than €32 million worth of goods and services procured from 27 suppliers across Louth in 2025, including local partner Natures Best Ltd.
Looking ahead, Lidl Ireland continues to invest heavily in Dundalk as the retailer is also moving its existing store at Avenue road to a brand new site located opposite the Marshes shopping centre which opens on Thursday 12th November ensuring it delivers a premier shopping experience for all.
Lidl Ireland was named a ‘Top Employer’ by the Top Employers Institute in 2026 for the sixth consecutive year. The retailer was also named #1 Value for Money Organisation in the 2026 RepTrak Ireland study and Most Sustainable Retailer in Ireland in the RepTrak® Sustainability Index 2025.
Lidl Ireland currently employs more than 6,300 employees across its 193 stores, Head Office in Tallaght, and three regional distribution centres.
Lidl Blackrock will be open daily: Monday – Saturday 8:00am – 10:00pm, and Sunday 9:00am – 9:00pm. For further information, the latest in-store offers, and career opportunities, please visit www.lidl.ie.
