85 great pictures from Derry & Donegal back in September 1985

By Brendan McDaid

Published 16th Sep 2025, 13:13 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 September 1985.

Hope they bring back some nice memories!

Photo copyright: Derry Journal.

Presentation of Catering Certificates at North West Regional College. Photo: DJ

Derry City's first match in Dublin V UCD and reception by Dublin Derry Supporters Club. Photo: DJ

Triathlon presentations at Templemore Sports Complex. Photo: DJ

Flooding at Springvale, Coshquin and Ederowen back in 1985. Photo: DJ

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