These photographs, there are 20 in total are from August 1981, so they are 43 years old.
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.
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13. William McGoldrick, Aghyaran, Co Tyrone, in action with his dog Coll at the trials at Shane’s Castle, Antrim, in August 1981. Picture: News Letter archives
William McGoldrick, Aghyaran, Co Tyrone, in action with his dog Coll at the trials at Shane’s Castle, Antrim, in August 1981. Picture: News Letter archives Photo: Farming Life archives/Darryl Armitage

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We were wondering if any of our readers might be able to identify those in the photographs. Picture: Farming Life archives/Darryl Armitage Photo: Farming Life archives/Darryl Armitage

15. William Montgomery from Newtownards with his Suffolk ram lamb which was champion at the annual show and sale of Suffolk pedigree sheep at Balmoral in August 1981. Picture: Farming Life/News Letter archives
William Montgomery from Newtownards with his Suffolk ram lamb which was champion at the annual show and sale of Suffolk pedigree sheep at Balmoral in August 1981. Picture: Farming Life/News Letter archives Photo: Farming Life archives/Darryl Armitage

16. Mr Francis Shannon from Banbridge, Co Down, with his dogs Sweep and Jill at the Irish National Sheepdog Trials at Shane’s Castle, Antrim, in August 1981. Picture: Farming Life/News Letter archives
Mr Francis Shannon from Banbridge, Co Down, with his dogs Sweep and Jill at the Irish National Sheepdog Trials at Shane’s Castle, Antrim, in August 1981. Picture: Farming Life/News Letter archives Photo: Farming Life archives/Darryl Armitage


