These photographs are all from the archives down through the years. There are 20 in total.
We were wondering if any of our readers might be able to identify those in the photographs.
Have a look through this selection and let us know, drop us a comment, or email [email protected].
In the weeks and months, we hope to bring regular Retro pictures for readers to enjoy.

13. Farming Life archives/Darryl Armitage
Pictured in late July 1980 is eight-year-old Joanne Bailey from Newtownards, who is seen showing of the handsome trophy which she won with her pony on the leading rein class at the Greyabbey Show. Picture: News Letter archives/Darryl Armitage Photo: Farming Life archives/Darryl Armitage

14. Farming Life archives/Darryl Armitage
Pictured in late July 1980 at a donkey derby which was held as part of Portaferry’s Gala Festival. Michelle Doran, Pauline Braniff and Orla Dorrian from Ballygalget and Joanne Carson and Elaine Parkinson from Portaferyy enjoying the spectacle of the derby. Picture: News Letter archives/Darryl Armitage Photo: Farming Life archives/Darryl Armitage

15. Farming Life archives/Darryl Armitage
Pictured in late July 1980 at a donkey derby which was held as part of Portaferry’s Gala Festival. Jackson’s Pride which was owned by John Mahon is see in this photograph being ridden by John Smyth as the head across the line to win a heat. Picture: News Letter archives/Darryl Armitage Photo: Farming Life archives/Darryl Armitage

16. Farming Life archives/Darryl Armitage
Pictured in late July 1980 at a donkey derby which was held as part of Portaferry’s Gala Festival. Ten-year-old Geraldine Lennon on Craigaroddon Jet, about to be led to the starting line by her eight-year-old sister Jennifer at the start of the first heat of the derby. Picture: News Letter archives/Darryl Armitage Photo: Farming Life archives/Darryl Armitage


