Step back to 1982 and take a nostalgic journey through Shropshire as it looked more than 40 years ago. From school days and community events to workplaces, sport and everyday moments, these archive photographs capture the people, places and stories that helped shape the county.
Explore familiar landmarks, local businesses, rural landscapes and faces from across Shropshire, capturing a year of royal visits, sporting achievements, changing technology, snowy winters and the simple moments of daily life that still bring back memories.
How many places do you recognise? Whether you remember these scenes first-hand or are discovering them for the first time, this collection offers a window into Shropshire’s past. Do these pictures bring back memories of family, school days, work, friends or growing up in the county? Share your memories in the comments below.
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13. The Hanwood Ladies' Club, 1982
A night out for Hanwood Ladies’ Club. Members gather for their annual dinner at the Beauchamp Hotel in Shrewsbury on January 28, 1982. From left are Mrs Helen James, Mrs Lynne Rathmell, Mrs Carol Ewels, Mrs Helen Rogers and Mrs Chris Burton. Do you recognise anyone from this social gathering? | Shropshire Star archive
14. COD Donnington, 1982
A royal welcome in Telford. The Queen meets well-wishers during her visit to Central Ordnance Depot Donnington in June 1982, where she officially opened the new Central Processing Building. Do you remember lining the route or catching a glimpse of the royal visit? | Shropshire Star archive
15. New Park Farm, Shrewsbury, 1982
Jeremy Beadle digs in at Shrewsbury. The television star cuts the first turf for a new housing development at New Park Farm in May 1982, bringing a touch of showbiz to the occasion. Do you remember Beadle visiting the town? | Shropshire Star archive
16. Weston-under-Redcastle, 1982
October 1982: Back to reality for Sandy Lyle. Just hours after his epic world match play final against Seve Ballesteros at Wentworth, Britain's top golfer was home in Weston-under-Redcastle helping with the washing up before a shopping trip to Wem. Do you remember when one of golf's biggest stars called Shropshire home? | Shropshire Star archive