AFTER surviving a World War, the introduction of the dreaded breathalyser, a pandemic and the ‘crippling’ cost of living crisis, Charlie’s Bar is still standing in Enniskillen, as it celebrates 80 years in business. In August 1944, while World War II was raging, Charlie and Bea Burns, regarded as pioneering visionaries in the local business […]
Enniskillen businesswoman gives lowdown on Brexit woes
Charlie’s Bar manager, Una Burns, was part of a panel discussing what Brexit means for Northern Ireland businesses.
Fermanagh publican’s the ‘Spirit of Northern Ireland’
THE manager of Charlie’s Bar in Enniskillen said it was an ‘absolute honour’ as she picked up the prestigious ‘Community Hero’ accolade at the ‘Spirit of Northern Ireland Awards’ on Friday night. Una Burns was awarded the ‘Community Hero’ award at the ceremony at the Culloden Estate, in recognition of her ‘Charlie’s Bar Christmas Kindness Fundraiser’ […]
Una Burns advises women to ‘trust your gut’
UNA Burns saw a career change that she was not expecting, turning her into the business woman we know today. School teacher Una was settled in her job, but when the manager of her family business quit during the pandemic she knew that she had to step up to keep the business in the family name. “I handed […]
Christmas cheer is alive and well at Charlie’s Bar
Emotional TikTok video captures the hearts of millions around the world
Beer prices rise as Fermanagh pubs feel the pinch
“Everything is soaring and it’s not just energy bills.”
Charlies Bar looks ahead under new management
“This was the right time for me to let go as I wouldn’t have been fit to keep running the bar by myself for too much longer.”
Una proving that women really can multi-task
At the week-end, the 21-year-old was a finalist in the ‘Top Model UK’ competition