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.

Senior Citizens' Christmas Dinner 1985.

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Senior Citizens' Christmas Dinner 1985. Photo: DJ

Senior Citizens' Christmas Dinner 1985.

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Senior Citizens' Christmas Dinner 1985. Photo: DJ

Nelson Da Silva and Noel King meet Derry City fans and staff at Superfare Off Licence.

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Nelson Da Silva and Noel King meet Derry City fans and staff at Superfare Off Licence. Photo: DJ

Nelson Da Silva and Noel King meet Derry City fans and staff at Superfare Off Licence.

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Nelson Da Silva and Noel King meet Derry City fans and staff at Superfare Off Licence. Photo: DJ

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