Anyone heading to the shops tomorrow?

Pintman Paddy Losty · 07-06-2020 9:40am #1

I'm really looking forward to getting out and about to shop tomorrow. I feel like there will be a great buzz about the place, like St Stephens day. I'm taking the day off work for it.

What time do you think you'd want to get to IKEA for? I'm thinking it's probably best to be there from 7 or 8 at the latest? Kids are really looking forward to it too. They love the hot dogs and meatballs from there.

Then in to town to Henry Street!

Atlantic Dawn · 07-06-2020 9:45am

Enjoy, it will be pure torture.

ZX7R · 07-06-2020 9:48am

Personally I'm leaving it for about a week , let everyone else's get there taste of freedom out of the way first

ongarite · 07-06-2020 9:50am

IKEA is restricted to 2 adults, no kids. Restaurant will still be closed.

petes · 07-06-2020 9:55am

2/10

07-06-2020 9:55am

Pintman Paddy Losty wrote: »

I'm really looking forward to getting out and about to shop tomorrow. I feel like there will be a great buzz about the place, like St Stephens day. I'm taking the day off work for it.

What time do you think you'd want to get to IKEA for? I'm thinking it's probably best to be there from 7 or 8 at the latest? Kids are really looking forward to it too. They love the hot dogs and meatballs from there.

Then in to town to Henry Street!

I don’t think shopping is going to be anything like it used to be .......not for a long time!

The queues at Woodies 2 weeks were horrendous and there is no queueing with kids allowed. If you want to spend most of tomorrow queueing outside various shops go for it, but you better have a list, there’s no more heading in to shops to kill time, wander around, browse . Buy what you want and get out is the message.

I won’t be heading for weeks, I’ve managed this long and I hate queueing.....plus I’m saving a fortune !

Darc19 · 07-06-2020 9:56am

I'm setting up camp outside penny's on Wednesday. Hope the weather is good. A couple of slabs should keep me going til Friday

Haven't been in a pennys store for years, but I suspect the crack in the queue will be mighty.

Duke of Url · 07-06-2020 9:56am

No. I got into the habit of shopping out of necessity rather then window shopping.

Be aware that most shops will be card only.

I have a feeling there will be a lot of threads about shops refusing cash transactions.

Bishop of hope · 07-06-2020 9:57am

Pintman Paddy Losty wrote: »

I'm really looking forward to getting out and about to shop tomorrow. I feel like there will be a great buzz about the place, like St Stephens day. I'm taking the day off work for it.

What time do you think you'd want to get to IKEA for? I'm thinking it's probably best to be there from 7 or 8 at the latest? Kids are really looking forward to it too. They love the hot dogs and meatballs from there.

Then in to town to Henry Street!

If that's your idea of a good buzz go for it and enjoy.
I'll wait for my thrill when I get a pint of Smithwicks in my hand in the hilltop bar up the road, ahhhhhhhh.

Akrasia · 07-06-2020 9:58am

Pintman Paddy Losty wrote: »

I'm really looking forward to getting out and about to shop tomorrow. I feel like there will be a great buzz about the place, like St Stephens day. I'm taking the day off work for it.

What time do you think you'd want to get to IKEA for? I'm thinking it's probably best to be there from 7 or 8 at the latest? Kids are really looking forward to it too. They love the hot dogs and meatballs from there.

Then in to town to Henry Street!

You must really love standing in line 2 metres away from everyone else

Actually, if this virus ends the idea that going shopping is a pleasure rather than a chore, then at least some good will have some from this.

Collie D · 07-06-2020 9:59am

[Deleted User] wrote: »

I don’t think shopping is going to be anything like it used to be .......not for a long time!

The queues at Woodies 2 weeks were horrendous and there is no queueing with kids allowed. If you want to spend most of tomorrow queueing outside various shops go for it, but you better have a list, there’s no more heading in to shops to kill time, wander around, browse . Buy what you want and get out is the message.

I won’t be heading for weeks, I’ve managed this long and I hate queueing.....plus I’m saving a fortune !

Yeah, **** that. I don’t queue unless it’s time essential like getting into a gig or match or boarding a plane. Anything else if the queue looks like it’ll take more than a few minutes I’ll come back another time or go elsewhere.

tdf7187 · 07-06-2020 10:00am

Pintman Paddy Losty wrote: »

I'm really looking forward to getting out and about to shop tomorrow. I feel like there will be a great buzz about the place, like St Stephens day. I'm taking the day off work for it.

What time do you think you'd want to get to IKEA for? I'm thinking it's probably best to be there from 7 or 8 at the latest? Kids are really looking forward to it too. They love the hot dogs and meatballs from there.

Then in to town to Henry Street!

I'd rather slit my own wrists while eating broken glass.

ladystardust · 07-06-2020 10:00am

IKEA opening from 1030 onwards and the first hour is for elderly and vulnerable.

fleet_admiral · 07-06-2020 10:12am

No. I barely went into town before all this happened so I won't be changing just for the novelty. The missus though, she is counting down the hours

Seamai · 07-06-2020 10:16am

I'd wait till things quieten down but only go when I actually need something. On Saturday I was in the city centre in Cork and needed a few bits and pieces from a health food shop, as it was small, there was a limit of 2 customers at a time so I waited patiently at the door watching this earth mother with a child who browsed leisurely around the shop, picking things up, reading labels, putting them down, oblivious to the sign on the way in that asked customers to be as quick as possible. I came very close to shouting in "selfish bitch" but walked away after 20 minutes waiting and took my business elsewhere.

Ladies out there (and it is mainly females), this is not the time for browsing, shopping is not a social activity, have a bit of consideration.

ronano · 07-06-2020 10:22am

Nah, I'll eventually go to shops for browsing whenever vaccine or covid under control otherwise it'll be going in for a reason and getting out

07-06-2020 10:23am

Seamai wrote: »

.........so I waited patiently at the door watching this earth mother with a child who browsed leisurely around the shop, picking things up, reading labels, putting them down, oblivious to the sign on the way in that asked customers to be as quick as possible. I came very close to shouting in "selfish bitch" but walked away after 20 minutes waiting and took my business elsewhere.

Ladies out there (and it is mainly females), this is not the time for browsing, shopping is not a social activity, have a bit of consideration.

+100
Shopping from now on will be functional not pleasurable and not a way to kill a few hours . It’s a pity as browsing at times is an enjoyable experience.

I wonder how TK Maxx will fare? It’s the ultimate “browsing” shop !! Who ever goes into TK Maxx knowing exactly what they want ?

michellie · 07-06-2020 10:24am

ZX7R wrote: »

Personally I'm leaving it for about a week , let everyone else's get there taste of freedom out of the way first

The funny thing is everyone is saying this.

Boggles · 07-06-2020 10:24am

ladystardust wrote: »

IKEA opening from 1030 onwards and the first hour is for elderly and vulnerable.

The OP is both and more.

SEPT 23 1989 · 07-06-2020 10:24am

No I will give them a few weeks to get their shop in order

07-06-2020 10:26am

Sounds like the absolute height of no craic.

ZX7R · 07-06-2020 10:28am

michellie wrote: »

The funny thing is everyone is saying this.

Yes but I'm anticipating the MacDonald's brigade to be out in full force tomorrow

Boggles · 07-06-2020 10:50am

ZX7R wrote: »

Yes but I'm anticipating the MacDonald's brigade to be out in full force tomorrow

Are they the MacDonald's from Sligo or Offaly?

howiya · 07-06-2020 10:52am

No I don't need to buy anything

jrosen · 07-06-2020 10:55am

I couldn't think of anything worse tbh. In fact I cant see myself physically shopping anytime soon.

kenmc · 07-06-2020 10:57am

Deleted User wrote: »

Sounds like the absolute height of no craic.

How or when was shopping ever craic? The ultimate chore and gigantic time waste. Best thing about this pandemic is the amount of time not spent driving to and around carparks for "leisure".

ZX7R · 07-06-2020 11:01am

Boggles wrote: »

Are they the MacDonald's from Sligo or Offaly?

You will know them when you see them!

joe40 · 07-06-2020 11:06am

You can travel anywhere in your own County. No matter what county surely there are better options than shopping.

I do miss the shops (didn't realise I did) but they'll be a nightmare tomorrow with queues, I'm guessing

phormium · 07-06-2020 11:08am

Only shopping I'll be doing is driving to a bigger diy shop in a neighbouring town now that I can. Won't be hitting the high street anytime soon!

PopePalpatine · 07-06-2020 11:11am

I've noticed the local bookies have signs setting out their capacity limits. Imagine the poor fecker who has to wait outside.

Atlantic Dawn · 07-06-2020 11:12am

PopePalpatine wrote: »

I've noticed the local bookies have signs setting out their capacity limits. Imagine the poor fecker who has to wait outside.

While he sees people inside placing 20 cent bets.

kenmc · 07-06-2020 11:13am

PopePalpatine wrote: »

I've noticed the local bookies have signs setting out their capacity limits. Imagine the poor fecker who has to wait outside.

Why is there a need for these, can't it all be done online these days?

(Have never been in one so dunno what would be missed by only being online)

tamara25 · 07-06-2020 11:21am

So people won’t be allowed to browse in shops like before. How is this going to work? Walk up to customers in shop & say your time is up?? Can’t see it working in Penneys

petes · 07-06-2020 11:21am

kenmc wrote: »

How or when was shopping ever craic? The ultimate chore and gigantic time waste. Best thing about this pandemic is the amount of time not spent driving to and around carparks for "leisure".

You do realise that other people have different interests than you?

Atlantic Dawn · 07-06-2020 11:27am

I assume all changing rooms will be closed so not much benefit going in to a shop for clothes purchases when you can avoid all the hassle of waiting in a q and having to move around inside like Pac-Man by shopping from home. The additional benefit of distance selling allows you the return items bought online for whatever reason you like. Any retailer here not online is crazy.

07-06-2020 11:29am

I won't be going to the shops tomorrow but I am planning on going to Brown Thomas next weekend. I've already been to Tesco Extra a few times, a browse around Boots and M&S have a small selections of stock open so was there yesterday. I had to return things and thought I'd have a look around. Even got a takeaway coffee there.
Delighted.

Flickerfusion · 07-06-2020 11:30am

I'm staying a phase behind and going to a nice relaxing garden centre for the first time while you're all off panic buying in Pennys !

daheff · 07-06-2020 12:03pm

phormium wrote: »

Only shopping I'll be doing is driving to a bigger diy shop in a neighbouring town now that I can. Won't be hitting the high street anytime soon!

You always could for essential purchases....

_Kaiser_ · 07-06-2020 12:16pm

Nope, I won't. I'll be in Dublin tomorrow alright but won't be doing any shopping. I like to get in and out and can't stand queuing so as it is I do my grocery shopping at 8:30 when Dunnes opens.
Amazon UK has been getting a lot of my business for the rest.

MickeyLeari · 07-06-2020 2:28pm

Mr.S wrote: »

I'll have a wander into town later in the week, more out of interest and have a decent coffee

Retail shopping is going to be weird for a while, who's going to provide the best queuing experience?!

Pre-booking time slots via apps is going to be a big thing in the immediate future, makes sense - no one wants to go into town to queue for multiple shops.

I had a pre booked appointment the other day. Nearly got lynched by the walk ins when I went to the top of the queue.

beggars_bush · 07-06-2020 2:29pm

No

Don't need anything.

beggars_bush · 07-06-2020 2:29pm

_Kaiser_ wrote: »

Nope, I won't. I'll be in Dublin tomorrow alright but won't be doing any shopping. I like to get in and out and can't stand queuing so as it is I do my grocery shopping at 8:30 when Dunnes opens.
Amazon UK has been getting a lot of my business for the rest.

Supporting the UK economy and a billionaire
Well done

sdanseo · 07-06-2020 2:30pm

Anyone queuing outside a non essential store should be arrested. Not for breach of regs, but under the mental health act :pac: It's going to be absolute madness.

Will for sure be letting things settle for a week or two before I tackle anything other than Tesco.
We've lasted 3 months, another 10 or 14 days isn't insufferable.

Snugglebunnies · 07-06-2020 3:08pm

I won't be going near a shop apart from a supermarket unless I'm desperate for something for the foreseeable. The queuing and the restrictions just aren't worth the hassle.

freshpopcorn · 07-06-2020 3:15pm

tamara25 wrote: »

So people won’t be allowed to browse in shops like before. How is this going to work? Walk up to customers in shop & say your time is up?? Can’t see it working in Penneys

I do wonder how it will work.
Let’s just pretend you want a coat in few weeks and you head to the shops. Very few people will go in a pick up the first one you see and head home.
It’s not the same a grocery shopping.

jojofizzio · 07-06-2020 3:41pm

MickeyLeari wrote: »

I had a pre booked appointment the other day. Nearly got lynched by the walk ins when I went to the top of the queue.

Which shop was that?(if you don’t mind my asking)

phormium · 07-06-2020 3:42pm

daheff wrote: »

You always could for essential purchases....

Very little of my diy could be classed as essential

MrMusician18 · 07-06-2020 3:47pm

ZX7R wrote: »

Yes but I'm anticipating the MacDonald's brigade to be out in full force tomorrow

Indeed.
I love close to one of the drive-thrus that are open and I've seen people join the 30-40 line queue in gocars.

Some people are desperate.

MrMusician18 · 07-06-2020 3:49pm

MickeyLeari wrote: »

I had a pre booked appointment the other day. Nearly got lynched by the walk ins when I went to the top of the queue.

I've always been curious as to the difference between a booked appointment and a pre-booked appointment?

Postgrad10 · 07-06-2020 5:43pm

I won’t anytime. Have managed well ordering from Holland and Barrett and a few bits from lifestyle sport.

double jobbing · 07-06-2020 8:06pm

Atlantic Dawn wrote: »

I assume all changing rooms will be closed so not much benefit going in to a shop for clothes purchases

BT are going to have changing rooms open, all clothes will be steamed overnight before returning to the shelves! So I would hope everywhere else is doing the same, no trying on something is feckin ridicilous.

when you can avoid all the hassle of waiting in a q and having to move around inside like Pac-Man by shopping from home. The additional benefit of distance selling allows you the return items bought online for whatever reason you like. Any retailer here not online is crazy.

The major drawback of that being that brand name clothing is virtually always more expensive online. Not to mention there is no way to ascertain the warmth of a coat or the feel of trackies/ jeans without trying them on.

Online shopping is by and large for suckers, save for the odd ridiculously cheap bit of clobber on mandmdirect or Sports Direct. There's a site that does beautiful gear called 80's Casual Classics, yet I've bought some of the Sergio Tacchini gear they sell for 70 plus quid for 20 in Champion Sports.

I'm hoping Tommy Hilfiger in town have a few winter jackets left that they're desperate to shift, given they shut in late March.

I won't be in til at least Saturday however.

Anyone heading to the shops tomorrow?

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