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range for the area. The store offers an extensive product range including paint mixing, doors, flooring and a landmark landscaping display created in partnership with AG Paving and Building Products. The branch has been designed as a genuine one-stop destination for building, renovating and home improvement, giving local homeowners, DIYers and tradespeople the inspiration, practical solutions and knowledgeable support they need to transform both indoor and outdoor spaces. Tell us about your team at The Junction Our team in Antrim brings together experienced specialists across building materials, retail and customer service, ensuring customers receive expert guidance during every visit. Paul Wilson leads the branch as branch manager of Murdock Home Centre and Builders Merchants. With over 25 years of experience across the construction sector, and for the past decade the builders’ merchants trade, Paul brings a depth of knowledge that supports both our professional and retail customers. His practical understanding of the industry
and commitment to service help set the tone for the entire team. Supporting the launch of our new retail concept store is Pamela Lunn, Retail Manager, who brings more than 30 years of experience in the retail industry. Pamela’s extensive background in customer service, retail operations and team leadership plays a central role in shaping the in-store experience at The Junction. Together, Paul and Pamela combine industry expertise, local knowledge and a customer-focused approach to deliver a welcoming and well-informed service for everyone who visits our new Antrim store. How has the new branch been received? The branch has been extremely well received, with strong footfall from the outset at The Junction, Antrim and positive feedback from both trade and retail customers. It is performing ahead of expectations, driven by the breadth of the product range and the convenience it brings to the area. The customer base is a healthy mix of local builders, tradespeople, DIYers and homeowners, many of whom value having
expert advice and a wide selection of products under one roof. Longer opening hours have also been a major draw, with the Murdock Home Centre open seven days a week and the Builders Merchants operating Monday to Saturday. Are you holding any events at The Junction for trade customers? We are continuing to develop our plans for trade-focused activity at The Junction and are in the process of agreeing dates for 2026. We are keen to build on the momentum of the new branch and look forward to creating opportunities for our trade customers to engage with suppliers, see new products and connect with our team once the schedule is finalised. Any further plans to develop the branch or company as a whole? We are always open to opportunities that support sustainable business growth. Any future developments will be guided by customer demand, suitable locations and the long-term needs of the business. At this stage, we continue to monitor the market and review what would add the most value for our customers and communities.
Unit 1-12, The Junction, 111 Ballymena Road, Antrim BT41 4LL T : +44 (0)28 9433 0977 - E: antrim@mbm.ie www.murdockbuildersmerchants.com
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