2014 – A historic year

With 2014 coming to an end, we at Portwest would like to thank all our customers for their continued support. 2014 was quiet the landmark for us, as we celebrated 110 years in business continuing to design and manufacture workwear, personal protective equipment and outdoor leisurewear to the highest standard. Of course, this could not have been achieved with the support of you and we will continue to provide the best product for the job, with the ideals of functionality, durability, style and value at heart. We wish you and your family a happy new year!

Owen Hughes, Henry Hughes, Cathal Hughes and Harry Hughes mark one hundred and ten year anniversary

Massive January online sale

Our Massive January sale on www.portwest.ie is a wonderful opportunity to purchase great products at great prices with a whopping 25% off everything on site! We have a great selection workwear ideal for the builder, farmer, chef and many more industries with huge demand for our chainsaw, marine and oil & gas workwear! Whether you work in extreme heat or extreme cold conditions, we at Portwest have quality, durable and functional workwear that you need to help you through the toughest conditions.

Also explore our safety footwear category with quality safety boots, rigger boots, wellingtons and many more work boots all at great prices. Our outdoor leisurewear will further protect you against the elements with a variety of stylish waterproof jackets, trousers, fleeces, body warmers and even wetsuits for men, ladies and kids.

Another chance to win the new Portwest Carla Jacket with RTE.ie Fashion

RTE.ie Fashion Competition

To celebrate the arrival of the new Portwest Carla jacket, we are delighted to team up with RTÉ.ie Fashion. To be in with a chance of winning one of five Portwest Carla jackets, simply visit here at RTE.ie Fashion, sign in and answer the question that appears. The Portwest Carla jacket is perfect for ladies who need to look smart but still desire protection from the rain and cold weather. A soft shell fabric, this tailored piece is water resistant and includes a storm flap for neck protection, adjustable hood and zipped pockets. You can view this jacket in more detail and other fantastic products by visiting www.portwest.ie.

The Portwest Carla Jacket – 5 jackets to give away!

Help the Homeless

Another reminder that our special online initiative is on-going where we will donate a coat or jacket for any coat or jacket purchased on http://www.portwest.ie. This is a great chance to help the Fr. Peter McVerry Trust, the Cork Penny Dinners Organisation and Focus Ireland in their efforts to keep those most in need warm this Christmas. This winter is promised to be the coldest in years and the donation of new winter wear will be of great help to the homeless in freezing conditions. Please support this cause by visiting www.portwest.ie and purchasing a jacket today!

Pictured are Ann Marie Connolly (Peter McVerry Trust), Martin Foran (Portwest) and Irish rugby legend Shane Byrne who is lending a hand in the fight against homelessness with Irish company Portwest who are donating new winter-wear to three charities helping in the fight against homelessness.

 

Charity – Helping those most in need to keep warm this Christmas

This week, our focus at Portwest is to help those in need this Christmas. With winter 2014 set to be the coldest in 100 years, we have decided to donate new winter-wear to three charities helping in the fight against homelessness. The Fr. Peter McVerry Trust, the Cork Penny Dinners Organisation and Focus Ireland along with its newest charity store ‘Beloved at Focus’ are the three charities we have teamed up with for this special cause. Along with this donation, we are running a special online initiative from Friday, December 12^th to Monday, December 15^th where we will donate a coat or jacket for any coat or jacket purchased on www.portwest.ie. This is your chance to help 3 great charities and to keep those most in need warm this Christmas.

Pictured are Ann Marie Connolly (Peter McVerry Trust), Martin Foran (Portwest) and Irish rugby legend Shane Byrne who is lending a hand in the fight against homelessness with Irish company Portwest who are donating new winter-wear to three charities helping in the fight against homelessness.

With recent figures finding there are over 5,000 people in Ireland homeless at any one time, it is important to increase our level of donations to charities this year. Owen Hughes, Managing Director of Portwest says “We’re saddened to hear that homelessness is rising across Ireland. We are passionate about supporting our local community and for many years have donated new clothing to local charities and will continue to do so. This year, we want to help more people across Ireland and ensure that those most in need have warm clothing ahead of what is a difficult time of year.”

The Cork Penny Dinners, the Fr. Peter McVerry Trust and Focus Ireland will receive a donation of clothing valued at over €10,000 which will be distributed to those who use their services. Further to this Focus Ireland’s new charity store ‘Beloved at Focus Ireland’ will sell items from the Portwest’s premium Heritage Collection in their recently opened charity boutique store in Malahide. For the next three months, Portwest will supply a monthly donation of items to the shop and all funds raised go directly to the charity.

According to Ann Marie Connolly of Peter McVerry Trust, “we are delighted to accept this donation for Portwest. The Jackets will provide warmth and much needed cover from the harsh weather to so many who are struggling. At Christmas, it is extra poignant in that they will add a bit of cheer to many. Keeping someone warm is equally as important as putting food in their bellies.”

Please support these charities by visiting our website where we will donate a coat or jacket for any coat or jacket purchased on www.portwest.ie from Friday December 12^th to Monday December 15^th.

Christmas Gifts at Portwest

Christmas Gifts at Portwest

With the busiest retail weekend of the year fast approaching, Portwest can prepare you for a fabulous Christmas with the perfect winter leisurewear wardrobe and gift ideas for her, for him and for kids. Browse our fabulous range of Christmas Gifts for Women and find something she’ll love ranging from the very stylish to the must have this Christmas. Check out the new WP04 Carla Jacket at a special offer price of €49.95 and our new range of stylish beanies.

A large selection of Christmas presents for Men includes stylish waterproof jackets, fleeces, body warmers, quilted jackets and much more outdoor leisurewear. Similarly safety boots and workwear might just make the perfect Christmas present for a member of your family.

Small Business Saturday

This weekend also see’s the national promotion of ‘Small Business Saturday’ December 6th, an initiative which highlights small business success and encourages consumers to ‘shop local’ and support businesses in their communities. The day itself takes place on the first shopping Saturday in December each year with the hope consumers make the decision to buy Irish when shopping at Christmas.

It is estimated by the Small Firms Association (SFA) that if every adult spent just €10 extra on Irish products the result would be an extra spend of over €30 million on Irish made products during Christmas. Similarly, every €1 spent in a small local store is worth €4 to the local economy while most of the 272,000 retail employees in Ireland work in small local stores. Call into our Portwest stores in Westport and Galway this weekend for ‘Small Business Saturday’.

PORTWEST – CELEBRATING 110 YEARS IN BUSINESS

This weekend Portwest are proud to celebrate 110 years in business. Since its foundation in Westport town by Charles Hughes in 1904, Portwest has grown from strength to strength under the ownership and management of the Hughes family. Distribution centres and offices in the UK, Poland, Germany, France, Dubai, USA and Ireland has seen Portwest establish its extensive global distributor network in 105 countries worldwide. With 110 years of experience, we are now firmly established as a European leader in the design and manufacture of stylish and comfortable workwear, safety apparel, safety footwear, chefswear, weather protection and PPE that meets international standards. Similarly, our collection of leisure and outdoor clothing are designed with functionality, comfort and style.  There are currently two retail stores in Westport town on Bridge Street and Shop Street and one store on High Street in Galway city.

This Saturday from 9am-6pm November 15^th, we are celebrating our 110 years in business with a heritage themed celebration at the Portwest Shop, Bridge Street, Westport. We want you to join us. Our one day ‘Massive 2 for 1 Sale’ is not to be missed.

At Portwest, we strive to provide the best product for the job, with the ideals of functionality, durability, style and value at heart. We would like to thank all Portwest customers for your loyalty and support through our 110 year journey and we will continue to pride ourselves on developing the best quality product at affordable prices.

Portwest – Proud Sponsors of the Sea2Summit

Westport Sea2Summit adventure race is back for its 5^th year and takes place this Saturday November 8^th 2014. As one of Ireland’s biggest adventure races, the race is a fantastic event that offers you a chance to be part of a great experience and boost your fitness and confidence levels. It includes all the delightful views that Westport has to offer, Croagh Patrick, Clew Bay, the Sheaffry Mountains and the new Greenway.

Starting at the Castlecourt Hotel in Westport Town, the race involves a mix of road running, cycling & a hike up the famous Croagh Patrick. Up to 1,700 competitors taking part will be joined by former Irish International Soccer Star Kevin Kilbane as he takes on the Supreme Event (56k) to raise funds for the John Giles Foundation and Down Syndrome Ireland.

Portwest are proud sponsors of this fantastic adventure race and will equip you with your ‘Essentials Kit’. Get your kit in any of our Portwest stores or simply visit our website www.portwest.ie. The Sea2Summit ‘Essentials Kit’ will also be available to purchase at Registration which will be open on Friday 7th November in the C2 Night Club, Castlebar Street, Westport from 4.30pm – 10pm.

Hughes Family set Guinness World Record for most family members to complete a marathon.

At Monday’s Dublin Marathon, 31 members of the Hughes Family succeeded in their quest to break the Guinness World Record for most members of one family to complete a marathon. The Hughes family first made history thirty years ago when eight brothers ran the course and set the Guinness World Record for most siblings to complete a marathon. While this record set in 1984 has since been surpassed, the Hughes family ensured their re-entry into the Guinness Book of Records when family members of the 13 siblings (8 brothers, 5 sisters) along with three of the original record breakers, traveled from locations throughout Ireland, the United States, United Kingdom, Spain and Germany to run Monday’s race.

Dublin Marathon: Pat, Vincent, Cathal, Richard, Declan, Seamus, Harry and Owen in 1984. Sourced from Irish Mirror.

The Hughes family were inspired to pursue the record after losing a family member to suicide and their marathon run helped raise much needed funds for the Galway based mental health charity On The Road Again (OTRA). OTRA works to help people who have been affected by homelessness, addiction and mental health issues to become sufficient through structured exercise programmes. As well as the obvious benefit to physical and mental health, the positive effects which can come from a regular exercise regime like running promotes positive self esteem and empowers people to take control of their lives.

Members of the Hughes Family 2014.

Well done to the Hughes Family for their setting a Guinness World Record and helping a fantastic charity on the way.

Portwest at the Dublin Horse Show

Come visit the Portwest stand at the Dublin Horse Show in the RDS from the 6th-10th of August, Hall 1 Stand E4. 

 

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Free Embroidery Services

For a limited time only, Portwest are offering free embroidery services. Email jennifer@portwest.ie and quote FREE EMB to avail of this offer.

Terms and Conditions

• Logo must be under 5000 stitches.
• Minimum order required of 20 garments.
• Standard text is set up free of charge.
• Logos have a once off set up fee of €35.
• One logo per garment is free additional logos are charged extra.
• All logos will need approval before proceeding with the order.
• delivery takes approx 10 working days from approval and payment being received.
• Offer ends 31st August 2014.

Check out our Portwest customisable clothing here

 

Leave no Trace

Portwest are proud to sponsor Leave No Trace Advanced Train the Trainer Training by providing them with branded fleeces!!!!            Leave No Trace is a not-for-profit company made up of organisations with a shared interest in encouraging responsible enjoyment of Ireland’s natural environment. The Leave No Trace education programme strives to inform those who enjoy outdoor activities of their personal responsibility to minimize their impact on the environment and other people though awareness and by practicing some simple techniques. For more information on Leave No Trace as an organisation – please follow this link:  http://www.leavenotraceireland.org/