Last week, Limavady Museum proudly launched its new exhibition, ‘The Daintifyt Years’ at the Roe Valley Arts & Cultural Centre.
The event was officially opened by Councillor Steven Callaghan, who highlighted the vital role the factory played in Limavady’s economy and community, and paid tribute to all those who worked there.
The launch evening was warmly attended by former employees of the factory, making for a wonderful night of reminiscing, sharing stories, and enjoying refreshments together.
The Daintifyt Years exhibition pays tribute to one of Limavady’s most iconic factories, which opened its doors in October 1953. Within its first 10 months, the factory employed nearly 250 people and was known for producing the elegant English Rose line of bras and corselettes.
But beyond being a workplace, Daintifyt was a vibrant hub of social activity, fostering strong community spirit through football teams, darts clubs, beauty contests, and the Northgate Ladies Choir.
Although the factory closed in 2004, ending 185 jobs, its legacy lives on. This exhibition celebrates those memories through photographs, artefacts, and a complimentary publication, preserving the rich history of Daintifyt for future generations.
The Daintifyt Years exhibition will be on display until Saturday 28th February 2026. Admission is free and all are welcome to visit.
For further information or to RSVP to upcoming events, please contact: museums@causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk.
Jimmy McCann and Museum Officer Jamie Austin at the launch of ‘The Daintifyt Years’ exhibition in Roe Valley Arts & Cultural Centre.
Contributors to the exhibition: Eileen Bond and Rita King, with Councillor Steven Callaghan and Museum Officer Jamie Austin at the launch of ‘The Daintifyt Years’ exhibition in Roe Valley Arts & Cultural Centre.
Head of Community & Culture, Julie Welsh, Councillor Steven Callaghan, Museum Officer Jamie Austin, Museum Services Development Manager Sarah Calvin, Jack and Sophie at the launch of ‘The Daintifyt Years’ exhibition in Roe Valley Arts & Cultural Centre.
Head of Community & Culture, Julie Welsh at the launch of ‘The Daintifyt Years’ exhibition in Roe Valley Arts & Cultural Centre.
Museum Officer Jamie Austin and Councillor Steven Callaghan at the launch of ‘The Daintifyt Years’ exhibition in Roe Valley Arts & Cultural Centre.
Violet McMichael, Mary Douglas and Florence Doyle at the launch of ‘The Daintifyt Years’ exhibition in Roe Valley Arts & Cultural Centre.
Margaret McGoldrick, Mandy McKay and Pauline Doherty at the launch of ‘The Daintifyt Years’ exhibition in Roe Valley Arts & Cultural Centre.
Silvia Wilson and Hettie King at the launch of ‘The Daintifyt Years’ exhibition in Roe Valley Arts & Cultural Centre.
John and Lauren Holland at the launch of ‘The Daintifyt Years’ exhibition in Roe Valley Arts & Cultural Centre.
Helen Magee and Betty Ferguson at the launch of ‘The Daintifyt Years’ exhibition in Roe Valley Arts & Cultural Centre.
Hettie King, Silvia Wilson and Marlene Guy at the launch of ‘The Daintifyt Years’ exhibition in Roe Valley Arts & Cultural Centre.
Jimmy McCann with fellow employees at the launch of ‘The Daintifyt Years’ exhibition in Roe Valley Arts & Cultural Centre.