End of an era as 'Cork retail icon' Mannix & Culhane closes its doors after 95 years in business

Closure follows that of the Denim Store on Cook Street, which also ceased trading in recent days

Customers paid tribute after Mannix & Culhane on Washington Street closed its doors for the last time. Pictures: Eddie O'Hare

Cork’s retail community has suffered yet another blow following the closure of one of its oldest stores, which had been trading in the city centre for almost a century.

Mannix & Culhane on Washington Street closed its doors for the last time on Monday after 95 years in business. The family business was steeped in history, having survived a number of recessions and the covid-19 pandemic.