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.
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5. Market Drayton, 1975
Before online shopping and high street changes, shop windows were a real showcase. Mrs Day Titley and Mrs Winifred Pointon are pictured in 1975 with their prize-winning display for Cunningham’s during Market Drayton Shopping Week. Can you remember the shops that caught your eye? | Shropshire Star archive
6. Wellington, 1975
A giant load squeezes through Wellington in 1975. This 96-ton crane section, transported by Wrekin Roadways, passes the Cock Hotel crossroads on its way from Horsehay to Brierley Hill. A familiar sight in the background is H Sutch’s bicycle shop, selling Raleigh bikes. Do you remember this corner of town? | Shropshire Star archive
7. Claverley, 1975
It was a match neither player was expecting. In September 1975, Claverley women Mrs Joyce Newman and Miss Tina Brown swapped tennis rackets for a hosepipe after spotting flames at the old hall beside the courts. Can you remember this part of the village? | Shropshire Star archive
8. Dale Turkeys, Ludlow, 1975
South Shropshire had its very own world champion in 1975 - and it was a turkey! Chukie, bred by Dale Turkeys in Caynham, Ludlow, broke records after weighing 71lb 12oz and was later sold for charity. Can you remember seeing this unusual Christmas story? | Shropshire Star archive