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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21. Telford United FC, 1982
FA Cup excitement at Telford United. The new stand is packed with supporters as Telford United welcome Tranmere Rovers in the FA Cup on December 11, 1982. The match ended in a 1-1 draw before Telford lost the replay. Do you remember being at the Bucks’ famous cup games? | Shropshire Star archive
22. Waterloo, 1982
A special link between two Waterloos. Villagers from the Shropshire hamlet of Waterloo gather in June 1982 to send a picture to the people of Waterloo, Ontario, Canada, after being contacted as part of the city’s 120th anniversary celebrations. Do you remember this unusual international connection? | Shropshire Star archive
23. Newport High School for Girls, 1982
Celebrating success at Newport High School for Girls. Prizewinners from the lower sixth form are pictured at the school’s annual speech day in September 1982. From left are Sarah Herrick, Jayne Beeston, Melanie Stratton, Michelle Hodson, Julia Davies and Frances Turner. Do you recognise any former classmates? | Shropshire Star archive
24. Lower Grove School, Market Drayton, 1982
Making friends with the police in Market Drayton. Pupils at Lower Grove School meet police officers and police dog Jade during a “get to know you” visit in June 1982. From left are Ian Hawkins, Joane Lockett and Marni Shapiro. Do you remember visits like this during your school days? | Shropshire Star archive