As the county basks in glorious sunshine, we’re turning back the clock through the decades to relive captured moments of fun in the sun on camera.
From picnics and paddling to queues of traffic heading off for bank holiday getaways, we take a look back at how people have made the most of bright days across the years.
Enjoy this selection of retro images, presented in no particular order, and don’t forget to share your own memories in the comments.
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1. Woodside, Telford, 1971
A summer’s day at Woodside Infants’ School in 1971. Six-year-old Susan Wood is pictured happily serving treats to her friends during a special road safety session organised with the help of the Ice Cream Alliance. Looking on are Shropshire County Road Safety Officer Mr A E John and Mr G Moruzzi of Blewshill Creamery, vice-chairman of the alliance’s road safety committee. | Shropshire Star
2. Ellesmere, 1949
Children and adults cool off at The Mere in Ellesmere during the summer of 1949, with the parish church rising in the background. The photograph captures the relaxed atmosphere of the town’s popular “Lido” area. | Courtesy of the Geoff Charles Collection | National Library of Wales
3. Shrewsbury, 1964
Triss Farrow soaks up the sunshine high above the crowds at Shrewsbury Flower Show in August 1964. Part of the Hungarian trapeze troupe the Leotaris, the daring performers thrilled thousands of visitors with their breathtaking aerial displays. | Shropshire Star
4. Coalport, 1949
An outing to Coalport in 1949, shared by Jean Hassall. The group travelled by train from Stirchley with a picnic, kettle and teapot in tow, enjoying a day by the river with friends and neighbours from Hinkshay, Dawley and surrounding areas. Pictured are Jean Oakley (fourth from left, drinking from a cup), her sister-in-law Josie Oakley, young Keith Oakley (second from left), Jenny Harris (front centre right) and her son Adrian Harris, along with other unnamed companions. | Courtesy of Jean Hassall