Did this record shop start off above Punch and Judy in Lisburn? I used to buy some amazing vinyls there. Lots of goth and indie stuff.
Dave Harwood
01 Sep 2024 at 08:21
I found this notice in the 'Belfast News-Letter' dated 18th September 1992: “RECORD & CD FAIR, QUEEN'S STUDENTS UNION, SATURDAY 10th OCTOBER & SATURDAY 5th DECEMBER, 10 a.m. - 4.30 p.m. - MEANWHILE, WHY NOT VISIT US AT RECORD & CD COLLECTORS SHOP, 22 NORTH STREET ARCADE, BELFAST. Monday to Saturday, 10.00 a.m. - 5.30 p.m. Telephone: (0232) 234040.”
... and this advert in the 21st June 1994 edition:
“HECTORS HOUSE - Rare CDs and Collectors Items. Memories are made of this!! 22 North Street Arcade, Belfast. Tel: (0232) 234040.”
Dave Harwood
01 Sep 2024 at 09:09
I found this piece on page 37 of the 'Ulster Star' dated 2nd June 1989:
“HECTOR'S BACK! Find him at the Collectors' Shop (above Punch and Judy), 9 MARKET SQUARE, LISBURN (opposite Lisburn Museum).”
... and this piece about 'Punch & Judy' and 'Hector's House' on the same page:
“WHETHER you are into heavy metal or house, punk or pop, Punch & Judy Music Co. Ltd, in Market Square, Lisburn, will cater for all your musical needs. Although it has been open for only one year, Punch & Judy hasbecome a firm favourite of Lisburn’s record buying public. Behind the brightly painted doors, lurks a wide selection of records, tapes, CD’s, videos and posters. Every conceivable category of music is represented, from the old R&B numbers to the most up-to-date pop releases. Every Saturday, you can also visit Hector’s House for discs, CD singles, limited editions, boxed sets, T-shirts, etc. There is also a full range of blank tapes and accessories for stereos and record players available. Punch & Judy is an official ticket outlet, selling concert tickets for not only the big names in music, but for favourite local bands too, so fans now don't have to travel to Belfast shops and queue for their tickets. So, should you want the new Jason Donovan L.P., the latest Metallica video or a pair of tickets to see Tom Jones, Mr. Punch is the person to visit. The staff from Punch & Judy, Karen, Marty and Sharon, wish to thank all their customers over the years.”
... and this advert in the 21st June 1994 edition:
“HECTORS HOUSE - Rare CDs and Collectors Items. Memories are made of this!! 22 North Street Arcade, Belfast. Tel: (0232) 234040.”
“HECTOR'S BACK! Find him at the Collectors' Shop (above Punch and Judy), 9 MARKET SQUARE, LISBURN (opposite Lisburn Museum).”
... and this piece about 'Punch & Judy' and 'Hector's House' on the same page:
“WHETHER you are into heavy metal or house, punk or pop, Punch & Judy Music Co. Ltd, in Market Square, Lisburn, will cater for all your musical needs. Although it has been open for only one year, Punch & Judy hasbecome a firm favourite of Lisburn’s record buying public. Behind the brightly painted doors, lurks a wide selection of records, tapes, CD’s, videos and posters. Every conceivable category of music is represented, from the old R&B numbers to the most up-to-date pop releases. Every Saturday, you can also visit Hector’s House for discs, CD singles, limited editions, boxed sets, T-shirts, etc. There is also a full range of blank tapes and accessories for stereos and record players available. Punch & Judy is an official ticket outlet, selling concert tickets for not only the big names in music, but for favourite local bands too, so fans now don't have to travel to Belfast shops and queue for their tickets. So, should you want the new Jason Donovan L.P., the latest Metallica video or a pair of tickets to see Tom Jones, Mr. Punch is the person to visit. The staff from Punch & Judy, Karen, Marty and Sharon, wish to thank all their customers over the years.”