Getting into the groove back at The Carraig disco back in 1985.

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107 great photos from Derry and Donegal back in December 1985

By Brendan McDaid

Published 14th Dec 2025, 08:57 BST

We’ve been back in the archives to bring you on a trip down memory lane with these photos from December 1985.

Photos: Derry Journal.

Saturday Morning League's Gilfillan Cup final at Gransha Grounds.

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Saturday Morning League's Gilfillan Cup final at Gransha Grounds. Photo: DJ

Saturday Morning League's Gilfillan Cup final at Gransha Grounds.

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Saturday Morning League's Gilfillan Cup final at Gransha Grounds. Photo: DJ

Saturday Morning League's Gilfillan Cup final at Gransha Grounds.

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Saturday Morning League's Gilfillan Cup final at Gransha Grounds. Photo: DJ

Carnhill High School Christmas hampers for senior citizens.

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Carnhill High School Christmas hampers for senior citizens. Photo: DJ

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