Ulster is well known for its pure
Irish linen; cut-glass goblets, decanters and bowls; creamy Belleek
pottery; handwoven tweed;
pure wool jumpers and cardigans hand-knitted in traditional patterns;
hand-embroidered wall hangings; Carrickmacross
lace and silver jewelry.
Shopping hours Shops are generally open Mon-Sat 0900-1800, Sun 1300-1800 (Thurs late-night shopping in Belfast city center until 2100). Other cities and towns close for a half-day one day a week (it differs from town to town). Modern shopping centers on the outskirts of
towns have late-night shopping Thurs-Fri until 2100.
Currency Information:CurrencyFor information on currency, see the main
United Kingdom section.
Cheques backed by a banker’s card are widely accepted. Many large stores accept Euros.
Currency ExchangeSome hotels will change money but banks and bureaux de change give the best rate of exchange.
Credit/Debit Cards and ATMsVisa and Mastercard are accepted, as are Maestro debit cards.
Banking HoursMon-Fri 0900-1600. In very small villages, the bank may open two or three days a week only, so aim to get cash in the bigger centers.
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