Santa arrived courtesy of the NI Fire & Rescue Service and was joined on his rounds by hospital staff, fire and rescue personnel and representatives of City of Derry Airport, who also helped gather donations towards special gifts for the children and young people.
Photos by Brendan McDaid / Derry Journal.
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Ellis O'Kane (6) from Feeny with Santa and his elves. Photo: Brendan McDaid
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Two-year-old Bría McAteer from the Marlborough area of Derry was among those who were overjoyed when Santa paid a visit and came bearing gifts. Photo: Brendan McDaid
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Charli McCafferty (4) with Santa and his elves. Photo: Brendan McDaid
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Saorlaith Barton, aged 5, from the Bogside pictured with Santa and his helpers at Altnagelvin Hospital. Photo: Brendan McDaid
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