A popular shoe repair shop in the heart of Dublin city centre is set to close its doors for the final time today after over 80 years in business.
Curran's Shoe Repairs, which is located just off Baggot Street, opened in 1937 by Michael Curran, and it was later run by Hugh Miley in the 1960s, and finally, it is now run by Hugh’s son John Miley. The shop has a rich history, having resoled the shoes of every Taoiseach from Eamon de Valera to Enda Kenny.
However, due to the Covid-19 pandemic, rising costs and a lack of footfall with many people still working from home, the much loved shop is forced to close its doors. Speaking to Dublin Live, owner John Miley explained that the store has been open for over 80 years.
