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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.

Joe Mahon with attendees at a BBC Radio Foyle Open Day.

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Joe Mahon with attendees at a BBC Radio Foyle Open Day. Photo: DJ

Derry City FC in September 1985.

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Derry City FC in September 1985. Photo: DJ

Set for film being erected at Derry Quay.

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Set for film being erected at Derry Quay. Photo: DJ

Set for film being erected at Derry Quay.

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Set for film being erected at Derry Quay. Photo: DJ

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