29/01/2026
A message from our Co-founder and Managing Director, Richard McLoughlin.
As announced last Autumn, after 53 enjoyable years in business, I have made the decision to retire. Unfortunately, the Wyse Byse stores will be closing in the coming weeks.
Alongside my late brother, Jim, it has been a privilege to serve local communities in East Belfast and Ballymena for over five decades. I feel incredibly proud of the business we built together, seeing it grow over the years into a much-loved local business serving generations of customers across the region.
I would like to say a heartfelt thank you to all our staff, past and present, many of whom have been with us for over 40 years, for their hard work, loyalty, and dedication throughout the Wyse Byse journey. Our success would not have been possible without you.
And finally, to our valued customers, thank you for your incredible support over the past 53 years. As a local independent retailer, your continued support has been vital to our success and longevity.
We will miss serving you but will forever treasure the memories.
