The 80s was the decade when we graduated from those little metal clip-on roller skates to multi-coloured roller boots. And the roller disco was the place to let loose on wheels! The north coast had a number of venues which opened their doors to hoards of enthusiastic skaters. Coleraine's boat house and St Patrick's Church Hall in Portrush were just two of the venues to offer roller discos - where did you go to?placeholder image
The 80s was the decade when we graduated from those little metal clip-on roller skates to multi-coloured roller boots. And the roller disco was the place to let loose on wheels! The north coast had a number of venues which opened their doors to hoards of enthusiastic skaters. Coleraine's boat house and St Patrick's Church Hall in Portrush were just two of the venues to offer roller discos - where did you go to?

Bygone north coast: Step back in time and visit the north coast in the 1980's

By The Newsroom
Published 22nd May 2025, 12:02 GMT

Mention the 80s and those of us who were in our teens back then will think: “Yeh, it wasn’t THAT long ago.”

Consider this – the start of the 80s was 45 years ago. That hits hard!

For many, the ‘80s was a time of brilliant music, classic television shows and simpler living.

It’s easy to see why many of our towns look completely different now compared to how they did back then.

What are your memories?

The Crescent area of Portstewart is a place that evokes memories of things that we miss from the 80s. Remember the paddle boats and the two pools on the promenade, along with the little F1 style cars beside the Crescent park.

5. CRESCENT

The Crescent area of Portstewart is a place that evokes memories of things that we miss from the 80s. Remember the paddle boats and the two pools on the promenade, along with the little F1 style cars beside the Crescent park. Photo: GOOGLE

We may have had the north Atlantic just beside us but in the 80s, we didn't want a dip in the sea but a visit to Castlerock outdoor swimming pool.

6. CASTLEROCK

We may have had the north Atlantic just beside us but in the 80s, we didn't want a dip in the sea but a visit to Castlerock outdoor swimming pool. Photo: GOOGLE

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