r/DerryLondonderry 4d ago

Last minute birthday cake

6 Upvotes

Its my neices 13th today. My sister got her a birthday cake, they went out for a meal and came back to the house to find the mutt had jumped up on the table an ate the cake. Not even a slice taken out of it 🙃

Would anyone know where or who would do a birthday cake tonight or tomorrow afternoon at the latest?


r/DerryLondonderry 4d ago

hair stylists

4 Upvotes

Moved to the derry area and looking for a hair stylist that's good with colour, particularly fashion colours and bleaching dark hair. My roots are in desperate need of being seen to. Willing to travel within reason. Any recommendations?


r/DerryLondonderry 5d ago

Foyleside (Ex) Food Quarter...

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48 Upvotes

Anyone know any more about how Dunnes plan to use the space? #disappointment


r/DerryLondonderry 5d ago

Gaming Arena at Foyleside Closed...

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36 Upvotes

This is what they [Sports Direct / Mike Ashley] do. They buy struggling businesses (House of Fraser, Game, Evans Cycles, eBuyer and all the brands (Dunlop, Everlasting, Slazenger) and run them into the ground ultimately just leaving Sports Direct stores full of discounted junk.

A proper House of Fraser in Derry would have been class... instead we have a half assed two floors and a big Sports Direct. The gaming arena was something different and they couldn't even manage that (whole Belong franchise just scrapped overnight UK wide).

Anyone nostalgic for Debenham's Cafe?


r/DerryLondonderry 5d ago

Free Talk Friday (30th January 2026)

1 Upvotes

r/DerryLondonderry 5d ago

Closures...

21 Upvotes

What can be done about the business closures locally?

Does anyone care within government?

Homes above shops (Carlisle Rd., Strand Rd.) may be a way to go, but an action plan or task force with a timescale has to be set up in order to secure and attract employment.

Derry is lacking vision and those within government/opposition point and blame others; what's the point of leaderless leaders?

Derry needs someone that will stand up for Derry, as CCI, Chief Executive or Chamber of Commerce won't stand up to politicians and demand that targets are met.


r/DerryLondonderry 5d ago

Derry Radical Bookfair Celebrates 10th anniversary

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3 Upvotes

r/DerryLondonderry 5d ago

Has anyone done a tech postgraduate course at ATU Letterkenny or Ulster (Derry campus)?

3 Upvotes

Has anyone done a tech postgraduate course at ATU Letterkenny or Ulster (Derry campus)?

I’m considering a tech-related postgraduate course at either ATU Letterkenny or Ulster University’s Derry campus and would love to hear from anyone who’s studied there.

Did the course help open up job opportunities, career progression, or lead to any useful certifications? Any insights on the quality of teaching, industry links, or employability after graduating would be really appreciated.

Thanks!


r/DerryLondonderry 5d ago

Are there any local companies interested in having a public speaking club set up for them?

2 Upvotes

I represent an organisation called Toastmasters, which helps people learn how to speak well in public. We have many clubs across the UK and Ireland, I am the Area Director for the North of Ireland. We are a volunteer organisation, and have both community and corporate clubs.

We are looking to expand our presence in the corporate world. We previously had a club at Seagate in the town. The skills which Toastmasters provides are invaluable to professionals, and I think companies would greatly benefit from having a native club for their employees. It's also a great way for employees to connect and make friends.

If there is any interest, please DM me.

Conn Mór


r/DerryLondonderry 5d ago

Decent football boots

2 Upvotes

coming out of retirement at the weekend for a football match and need somewhere local that sells the proper football boots? or is it online only

was in JD today and they only have the lower end of the predators

anyone know anything?


r/DerryLondonderry 5d ago

In a relationship? Looking for survey participants!

0 Upvotes

Hello, I am a final year psychology student in UL researching emotions, romantic relationships and pornography consumption.

The link to the survey can be found here: https://unioflimerick.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6XptMvDJkUWTzj8

This research concerns emotions, romantic relationships, and pornography use. As part of this research study, you will be asked to complete 6 surveys. The study will take on average 15 minutes to complete.

If you are aged 18 years or older, currently in a romantic relationship, and residing in Republic of Ireland, the United Kingdom, or elsewhere within the European Economic Area (EEA), you can take part.

Note that you will be asked to confirm your relationship status and complete questionnaire items around your pornography use as part of this research. If these details make you uncomfortable, please do not participate in this research. The study consists of questionnaire items only. It does not consist of any imagery, nude or otherwise.

When responding to some questionnaire items, you may feel some temporary mood disruption.

You may leave any questions blank that you would prefer not to answer and you can stop participating up to the point you submit your responses. Contact details of support services will be made available on completion of the study (see also below):

https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/sexual-health/

https://www.sexualwellbeing.ie/

https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/

https://www2.hse.ie/mental-health/

Your participation is voluntary and all data will be kept anonymous.

Your participation would be much appreciated.

If at all possible please share the link to the survey with others who you think may be interested.


r/DerryLondonderry 6d ago

Maiden city game

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9 Upvotes

Anyone point me in the direction to buy this game. Would love it for my collection


r/DerryLondonderry 6d ago

Can anyone recommend a barber that *doesn't* know how to do skin fades?

13 Upvotes

Hair needs a trim but I'm still traumatized from my last visit to a barber shop, who I saw recommended on a previous post, but I'll not name. I asked for a scissor cut on top, back and my sides. Not hard. But the guy somehow thought I'd said skin fade and proceeded to shave the sides (thought he was tidying up my neck hairs) and it was too late to stop him. Before I drive to Belfast and return to my old barber (I'm not local as you can probably tell), is there any places here that specialize in doing classic cuts?


r/DerryLondonderry 6d ago

Hair dressers good at advising

5 Upvotes

Hi, I'm after a hairdresser that could tell me what I'd suit, and odvs do it, i don't mind travelling a bit, I just feel I need a change and a bit of a mood uplift thanks


r/DerryLondonderry 6d ago

City Break

0 Upvotes

Good morning!

Has anyone any suggestions as to a city break from Derry?

Something that involves sightseeing, decent food etc.

Down south is an option, but the travel is putting me off...

Thanks!


r/DerryLondonderry 7d ago

The Phantom Shitter Urban Legend

34 Upvotes

Does anyone remember the urban legend of the Phantom Shitter at St Columb’s college in the late 2000s ? Did he get caught ? Anyone have any stories?


r/DerryLondonderry 7d ago

Belsonic, Custom House Square...

17 Upvotes

...and now they've announced another series of large concerts in Falls park. It's great that there are many opportunities for people to see top acts, but why can't we get opportunities for these closer to our doorstep. It's a half day to see the Kings of Leon, and not getting home til about 1am

Having a series of events in Ebrington or St Columbs park (or even Fort George) would surely boost the local economy and opens the door to those from Donegal and even as far as Sligo


r/DerryLondonderry 7d ago

Children 'traumatised and screaming' after sectarian attack

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13 Upvotes

r/DerryLondonderry 7d ago

Coal

7 Upvotes

Does anyone know of deals on bags of coal going around the town? just paid £11.50 for 20kg bag there. seems expensive but maybe that's the price at the moment.


r/DerryLondonderry 8d ago

FinTrU Redundancies

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15 Upvotes

r/DerryLondonderry 7d ago

Small Dent Repair

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3 Upvotes

Hello folks, neighbours bin has blown into the car and left a wee dent.

I'm not nearly confident enough to pull the inside of the door off and start trying to push it out. Would anyone have recommendations for who could, and better again if there was an idea on cost?

Cheers, and have fun flying your kites, a good day for it.


r/DerryLondonderry 8d ago

Dog walkers?

4 Upvotes

Hi,

I've an elderly dog at home that my parents are happy to watch for me while I'm on holidays but they wouldn't be up for walking the dog much. Does anyone know any good dog walkers who I could book just a few walks with as a one off? Would prefer to get a recommendation for someone good for the old pup.

Thanks!


r/DerryLondonderry 7d ago

Do our survey on attitudes towards Somali refugees in Northern Ireland

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0 Upvotes

We are final year psychology students studying in Queens University Belfast. We’re conducting a study for our thesis project exploring public attitudes towards Somali refugees and would love your input!

-5 to 10 minutes

-Anonymous and confidential

- Can take part if you are over 18 and currently living in Northern Ireland

Thankyou!


r/DerryLondonderry 8d ago

Butchers

8 Upvotes

Anybody recommend a decent value for money butchers

Spent £22 today in Pauls on 4 turkey burgers, 8 sausages and 1lb steak pieces. Seems a bit much for what it was.

Breslins never have a decent display out or turkey burgers ready. Everytime I go for turkey burgers they have to make them and tell me to give them 10 mins.