The 1980s was a time of great social and economic change across Northern Ireland, and Larne was no different.
Join us as we leave the present day and head back to Larne in the 1980s – let us know which photos surprised you the most.

9. Bygone Larne
Many will have fond memories of taking a spin around the swing doors, or attending the weekend roller discos at the Laharna Hotel. Pictured here in 1980, the building was later demolished with the site redeveloped into an apartment complex. Photo: NI World

10. Bygone Larne
Larne Civic Week parade saw local businesses, schools and organisations take to the streets in a colourful procession of floats. Pictured here in the early 1980s is a float by 2nd Larne Scouts group. Photo: Gary Grange

11. Bygone Larne
The King's Arms Hotel underwent a major renovation in 1981 after being damaged in a bomb attack the previous year. The premises was a popular meeting place for a dance or a meal out through the years, with the menu pictured on the right showing some of the hearty fare on offer during the early 80s. Photo: Margaret McConaghy/Moranne Duddy

12. Bygone Larne
Customers pictured shopping in the Larne branch of Wellworth's, another chain that has disappeared from high streets in the last few decades. Photo: National World

