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101 great pictures from Derry & Donegal back in October 1985

By Brendan McDaid

Published 15th Oct 2025, 09:51 BST

Updated 15th Oct 2025, 09:54 BST

We’re taking a step back in time to 40 years ago in the north west with these images from the Derry Journal archive from October 1985.

Hope they bring back some nice memories!

Photo copyright: Derry Journal.

Cockhill Celtic F.C. in Buncrana with their five trophies.

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Cockhill Celtic F.C. in Buncrana with their five trophies. Photo: DJ

Galliagh Playgroup.

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Galliagh Playgroup. Photo: DJ

The Richmond Centre advertising on an Ulsterbus.

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The Richmond Centre advertising on an Ulsterbus. Photo: DJ

St Peter's Secondary School Band Aid food.

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St Peter's Secondary School Band Aid food. Photo: DJ

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