Pure Derry

Pure Derry Local comedy, craic and merch merchant Local and world news from the self-appointed centre of the universe. If you do so, credit it. It's only fair. Sorry :(

Pure Derry is an online satirical news source which some local businesses have described as 'them shower of bastards!'. We offer real local views without any real local news, telling the truth through pure fiction. Often affectionally called PD, Pure Derry has been torturing the internet for around a decade now, with some well documented breaks in transmission to get a job, chase women, travel pla

net earth and figure out how to work the washing machine. Follow us now to avoid a punishment beating from Republican Action Against Inaction.

** INFO FOR USERS **
PureDerry shares local viewpoints with a fun & satirical spin. Often our posts will try to make a point, other times though they'll just be absurd, wacky or corny. There isn't really a set plan :)

Everything we write is 100% made up, unless we reference a news article, in which case that's probably the only fact of the story. Hopefully the truth still reaches you though, between the lines. We encourage good natured, witty and (hopefully) intelligent banter on topics we post amongst the community. We don't encourage rhetoric that we've all heard 1000 times before. Users posting abusive, sectarian, racist, homophobic or any other flavour of cretinesque bollocks will be banned. I've got no time for anyone trolling for reactions, especially those in the above categories. We would ask that users refrain from discussing, mentioning or referencing private individuals in derogatory or inflammatory contexts. We learned this lesson from experience!! :)

If you've any feedback, ideas or nuggets of info to share with us feel free to get in touch. Lastly, thanks for reading PureDerry, every like, share and word of encouragement makes this worth doing, so hopefully you get some fun & enjoyment out of all this!! :)

PD

** POSTING & USAGE GUIDELINES **

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06/09/2026

⚠️ Derry Fryathlon Update ⚠️

Due to poor weather conditions 🌧️, the third and final stage of the Derry Fryathlon event has now been abandoned. 🚫

If you were supposed to wake up today with a hangover 🤮, it's unfortunately no longer happening🤦

We apologise for the inconvenience.

DERRY TRAFFIC TO BE “BIGGEST PAIN IN THE HOLE YET” SAY FRYATHLON ORGANISERS Traffic across Derry is to be the “biggest p...
05/09/2026

DERRY TRAFFIC TO BE “BIGGEST PAIN IN THE HOLE YET” SAY FRYATHLON ORGANISERS

Traffic across Derry is to be the “biggest pain in the hole yet”, as the city braces for a weekend of competitive sport, including a half-marathon, a major football match and TWO multi-stage endurance events.

“There’s no point taking the car anywhere this weekend!” explained DFI spokesman, Kenny Move. “We have designed Derry’s road network so the random placement of even a single traffic cone will cause massy tail backs!”

“If you thought Clipper and the Foyle Cup were bad, wait til you see the state of this!” he beamed.

The news has sent shockwaves across the city, forcing hundreds of locals into town on foot, to compete in the city's latest “Fryathlon” event.

“With cars off the road it's a perfect opportunity for day drinking!” explained local organiser, Heverlee Doherty. “We have a fantastic three stage event planned that will keep locals entertained whilst thon mad fitness hures are running about sweating their balls off!”

Stage One will be a massive fry up at one of the city's eating establishments, where hundreds of competitors will scoff sausages, bacon, egg and black pudding, plus several rounds of toast - before tackling a gruelling pub crawl across the city centre.

“I'm starting at Cappuccinos and running over to the Blackbird” explained local man, Coleslaw McDaid. “But a few of the muckers are starting at The Pickled Duck and then going to Da Vincis, so we're gonna meet up later”

Stage Two’s drinking section will require competitors to visit at least six pubs, to fry as many heads as possible.

“Frying wans you've never met before is the best strategy” explained entrant, Majella Artois. “But you can also have your own head fried by wans ye know! It's tough going. I've been training for months”

The third and final stage is the dreaded comedown section - in which entrants have to overcome the effects of a stinking hangover.

“That's my least favourite bit” admitted local woman, Corona Jaggermeister Jameson. “But being fried the next day is part of the craic, so prepare accordingly”

“A pint of water, two panadol and a big dirty Chinese before bed is my usual strategy, but everyone has their own method of hanging out their hole!”

Taxis to get everyone home will be in high demand, with officials at DFI adamant that you can still get a taxi at Sackville St, if you stand there long enough.

“Naw that's definitely still an active taxi rank, swear!” added a spokesman.

“At least is was the last time we checked, in 2010”, he added.

In related news four Israeli athletes who planned to compete in the event were told to go f**k themselves.

Never forget that Derry Halloween was started by the people of Derry, of their own volition. Its capture and commerciali...
24/08/2026

Never forget that Derry Halloween was started by the people of Derry, of their own volition. Its capture and commercialisation into what it is today was only made possible because of the energy, enthusiasm and creativity of the people of the city.

GENUINE conversations about artistic integrity and the ownership of intellectual property need to be had. Folks cashing in on the hard work, creativity and dedication of others without credit, consideration or renumeration needs to stop.

The big man is still smoking his balls off 🤣🚬
27/06/2026

The big man is still smoking his balls off 🤣🚬

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DERRY CITY LAUNCH NEW MASCOT FOLLOWING FAN BACKLASHFollowing the contentious unveiling of 'The Candystripe Kid' this wee...
26/06/2026

DERRY CITY LAUNCH NEW MASCOT FOLLOWING FAN BACKLASH

Following the contentious unveiling of 'The Candystripe Kid' this week, Derry City have moved swiftly to appease criticism that he only appeals to children - by introducing a second club mascot for their Da to shout at.

"Fans deserve a mascot that really means something to us!" explained Don Redden-White from DCFC Supporters Group. "A character that captures the spirit of our city and the history of the club."

"We therefore greatly welcome the addition of 'Brandy The Greyhound' as our new adult mascot - and look forward to seeing him repeatedly circling the Brandywell pitch whilst we shout dogs abuse at him"

"Just like old times!"

The club's marketing department moved swiftly today, with members of the business community and local press invited to meet 'Brandy The Greyhound' - at a booze filled unveiling this evening before kick off.

"You spoke and we listened" explained club director, Paddy Simpson. "The da's are the ones buying tickets and paying for ice creams. So they deserve a big hug from a club mascot too."

"That's Felix Healy's real 1989 mustache, which he kindly donated to us today for an authentic Legenderry finish" he revealed.

Derry's underground gambling activity went crazy at the news. Bets we found on PolyMarket included: How many laps of the pitch he'll do; What time he'll first fall on his hole; How many cans he can drink and 'is it just James McClean dressed as a dog?'

Brandy will be pitch side tonight at the Brandywell, as Derry City take on Drogedha. Fans are welcomed to come say hello and grab a photo on his big club debut.

"Photos are free!" explained Brandy when we caught up with him in the fanzone.

"Unlike Ireland!" he added.

Weather Latest ☔
26/06/2026

Weather Latest ☔

14/03/2026

Travel advice for anyone planning a car journey soon 🚗

Don't bother your hole. 🚫

Our inbox has been busy with folks looking for Stouts Out tops since our last post! 💚Found a stash of gorgeous bottle gr...
13/03/2026

Our inbox has been busy with folks looking for Stouts Out tops since our last post! 💚

Found a stash of gorgeous bottle green organic cotton sweatshirts this week. How nice are these? 😍

We currently have all sizes in green jumpers and green tees, except large randomly.Will post the stock left in comments. Drop us a message if you want anything. ☘️.

Tees are £20.
Jumpers are £30.
£5 OFF for every two items bought.
Free Delivery included. (Derry area only)

Appreciate all your orders!

STOUTS OUT n ABOUTWell done to Lisa Curran who won a FREE Stouts Out tee in our recent giveaway. ☘️ Well done Lisa, we'l...
11/03/2026

STOUTS OUT n ABOUT

Well done to Lisa Curran who won a FREE Stouts Out tee in our recent giveaway. ☘️ Well done Lisa, we'll be in touch! 👕

We're finally back posting and populating our wee online store again - and this design is now (for future ref) available on both hoodies and ladies fitted tees, in a variety of colours.

It's prob a bit late for online orders in time for March 17th tbh. 🚚 However we have a limited selection of green and black garments on hand for local delivery/collection, so if ye still want something, drop us a wee message and we'll do our best for ye.

Thanks for all your orders! 🙏
PD

PS. Thanks to everyone on Waterloo Street for posing for this 100% authentic photo the other day 👀

What's your excuse? 🤭
09/03/2026

What's your excuse? 🤭

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