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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.

Inishowen Regional Pioneer Supper dance at Strand Hotel.

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Inishowen Regional Pioneer Supper dance at Strand Hotel. Photo: DJ

Inishowen Regional Pioneer Supper dance at Strand Hotel.

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Inishowen Regional Pioneer Supper dance at Strand Hotel. Photo: DJ

Fire blow out at Moss Park.

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Fire blow out at Moss Park. Photo: DJ

Home Farm v Derry City at Tolka Park.

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Home Farm v Derry City at Tolka Park. Photo: DJ

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