These fascinating archive photographs take you back more than 50 years to a county of familiar landmarks, busy town centres, thriving communities and everyday moments that capture life in another era. From local businesses and industry to village events, transport, sport and celebrations, the collection brings together the people and places that helped shape Shropshire’s story.
Whether you remember the 1970s first-hand, recognise places your family once knew, or are discovering this period for the first time, these pictures offer a chance to explore a Shropshire that has evolved over the decades - and the memories that remain.
How many places can you recognise? Share your memories with us in the comments.
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45. Royal Salop Infirmary, Shrewsbury, 1975
History coming down brick by brick. This 1975 photograph captures the demolition of the 1925 wing of the Royal Salop Infirmary, a building remembered by generations of patients, staff and visitors. What are your memories of the RSI? | Shropshire Star archive
46. Clun, 1975
Sometimes nature writes the story. This 1975 photograph shows Mrs Mary Edwards and her granddaughter, Rachael, beside an unexpected lake that appeared in the grounds of Clun Castle. Had you ever seen it before - or since? | Shropshire Star archive
47. 'The Phoenix' pop group, Ludlow, 1975
Before smartphones and streaming, local bands were the soundtrack to nights out. The Phoenix, a Ludlow pop group pictured in 1975, featured Peter Lewandowski, Neil Condliffe, Malcolm Wragg, Gerald Davies and Phil Hughes. Did you ever see them play? | Shropshire Star archive
48. Fellowship Hall, Albrighton, 1975
For these young football fans, their weekly training sessions were under threat. This 1975 photograph shows some of Albrighton’s junior players outside the Fellowship Hall, where they had practised for six years. Do you remember playing sport in village halls like this? | Shropshire Star archive