Take a trip back to 1985 with this collection of archive pictures capturing life across Shropshire.
From FA Cup action at Goodison Park and royal visits to Harper Adams to community fundraising, local carnivals and everyday scenes, these photographs bring together the people, events and places that made the county what it was 41 years ago.
How many familiar faces can you recognise? Share your memories and see who else remembers these moments in the comments.
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9. Eyes to the skies for a spectacular summer air display
Eager spectators scan the clouds above RAF Shawbury during the air show and Round Table summer fair on Saturday, July 20, 1985. Thrilled crowds were treated to a jaw-dropping performance by the world-famous Red Arrows, though gusty conditions unfortunately grounded the iconic Battle of Britain Memorial Flight. Were you among the thousands looking up into the Shropshire sky on that breezy July afternoon? | Shropshire Star archive
10. Full steam ahead at the Chelmarsh Fete
Ray Matthews, of Much Wenlock, delights young visitors and parents alike as he offers rides on his miniature traction engine on July 13, 1985. The charming mini engine proved a huge hit at the traditional summer fete, giving local children a memorable trip around the grounds. Do you recognise any of the happy young passengers lined up for a ride back in the summer of 1985? | Shropshire Star archive
11. Digging deep into Oswestry's ancient past
In May 1985, Dr David Hill of Manchester University points out the course of Wat's Dyke to keen local amateur archaeologists on Shelf Bank. Joined from left by volunteers Mrs Eunice Coleclough, Miss Kate Brown, Mr Doug Kidd, and Mrs Sheila Rawson, the team joined a major survey aimed at plotting the exact paths of both Offa's and Wat's dykes before time and erosion erased their boundaries. Do you recognise any of these dedicated history enthusiasts who helped uncover Shropshire's heritage back in 1985? | Shropshire Star archive
12. Guarding the crusts from cheeky farmyard invaders
Youngsters from Coton Mount Infants School in Shrewsbury keep a firm grip on their packed lunches as a parade of persistent ducks crash their picnic on June 18, 1985. The children were enjoying a day out at Acton Scott Working Farm Museum, near Church Stretton, when the feather-brained intruders decided to try their luck for a free lunch. Do you recognise any of these young picnic guardians facing off against the ducks back in 1985? | Shropshire Star archive