In this Longford Leader trip Down Memory Lane, we recall a decade ago when Ireland and Liverpool soccer legend John Aldridge visited Longford and when hundreds of cycling enthusiasts saddled up for the 2012 Longford Cycle Tour. Here is a selection of photos for you to enjoy from both events. Don't forget to tag and share with your friends!

placeholder image — In this Longford Leader trip Down Memory Lane, we recall a decade ago when Ireland and Liverpool soccer legend John Aldridge visited Longford and when hundreds of cycling enthusiasts saddled up for the 2012 Longford Cycle Tour. Here is a selection of photos for you to enjoy from both events. Don't forget to tag and share with your friends!

Down Memory Lane | Longford Cycle Tour fun and Irish soccer legend drops by for a pint in 2012

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Published 19th Jun 2022, 21:33 GMT

Caption: 2012 - Alice Carbury, John Aldridge and Sharon Donnelly in Foley's Bar, Longford

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Caption: 2012 - Alice Carbury, John Aldridge and Sharon Donnelly in Foley's Bar, Longford

Caption: Noeleen and Dan Rooney get ready for the 2012 Longford Cycle Tour at the Mall Complex

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Caption: Noeleen and Dan Rooney get ready for the 2012 Longford Cycle Tour at the Mall Complex

Caption: Ailish Smyth gets ready for the 2012 Longford Cycle Tour at the Mall Complex

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Caption: Ailish Smyth gets ready for the 2012 Longford Cycle Tour at the Mall Complex

Caption: Danny Foley welcomes John Aldridge

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Caption: Danny Foley welcomes John Aldridge

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