A striking view from Weston-under-Redcastle in January 1977, where restoration work was underway high above the village at St Luke’s Chapel. Mr Derek Lowe, Mr Alan Jones and Mr Maurice Lowe are pictured carrying out repairs to one of the pinnacles on the late 18th-century church tower, part of a wider restoration project costing around £1,600.placeholder image
A striking view from Weston-under-Redcastle in January 1977, where restoration work was underway high above the village at St Luke’s Chapel. Mr Derek Lowe, Mr Alan Jones and Mr Maurice Lowe are pictured carrying out repairs to one of the pinnacles on the late 18th-century church tower, part of a wider restoration project costing around £1,600. | Shropshire Star

21 unforgettable throwbacks from Shropshire in 1977

Here, we explore a fascinating collection of photographs from the Shropshire Star archives, capturing moments of everyday life and community spirit across the county in 1977.

By Tania Taylor
Published 15th Apr 2026, 13:08 BST
Updated 16th Apr 2026, 06:00 BST

From Telford youngsters embracing the new American skateboarding craze to Market Drayton Choral Society’s Jubilee concert, and from the aftermath of a Bridgnorth landslip to a Shrewsbury barracks parade, we hope you enjoy this nostalgic look back.

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A nostalgic look back to Market Drayton in June 1977, featuring the Market Drayton Choral Society performing in a Jubilee concert.

17. Market Drayton, 1977

A nostalgic look back to Market Drayton in June 1977, featuring the Market Drayton Choral Society performing in a Jubilee concert. | Shropshire Star

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A visit to RAF Cosford Aerospace Museum in January 1977, where civic leaders from Shropshire and the West Midlands were given a guided tour of the station’s collection. Squadron Leader Peter Coombes is pictured showing guests around the rocket section, including Second World War German rockets and other historic aircraft on display.

18. Cosford, 1977

A visit to RAF Cosford Aerospace Museum in January 1977, where civic leaders from Shropshire and the West Midlands were given a guided tour of the station’s collection. Squadron Leader Peter Coombes is pictured showing guests around the rocket section, including Second World War German rockets and other historic aircraft on display. | Shropshire Star

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A glimpse inside one of the new wards at Copthorne North Hospital, Shrewsbury, in November 1977. The image was taken shortly after patients began being transferred from the Royal Salop Infirmary following its closure, marking a significant moment in the transition to the new hospital facilities.

19. Shrewsbury, 1977

A glimpse inside one of the new wards at Copthorne North Hospital, Shrewsbury, in November 1977. The image was taken shortly after patients began being transferred from the Royal Salop Infirmary following its closure, marking a significant moment in the transition to the new hospital facilities. | Shropshire Star

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Idsall School, Shifnal, March 1977. Maths and German teacher Mr Richard Duncan introduces fourth-year pupils to the mysteries of an early desktop computer, newly acquired for use in the school’s science and maths block.

20. Shifnal, 1977

Idsall School, Shifnal, March 1977. Maths and German teacher Mr Richard Duncan introduces fourth-year pupils to the mysteries of an early desktop computer, newly acquired for use in the school’s science and maths block. | Shropshire Star

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