Lidl was unable to get a standard off-sales licence for a shop in Northern Ireland. Instead, it is building a pub in Dundonald in east Belfast, as its licence comes with the legal right to operate an off-sales section. The pub, which will accommodate up to 60 customers, will not operate in-store, but will be in separate premises next door. But, it did pass the test for a pub licence, because two bars near the store have shut in recent years. Would you like a Lidl pub near you?

Source: The Herald April 09, 2026 20:12 UTC