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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17. Bridgnorth, 1979
Smiles all round for the Bridgnorth “It’s A Knockout” squad after their 1979 victory over twin town Thiers in France. The team, who had narrowly missed out on a place in the European competition earlier that year, travelled to France for a 10-day visit and returned home with a specially presented cup after winning 80 points to 63. | Shropshire Star
18. Market Drayton, 1972
The old outdoor swimming pool in Market Drayton. This photograph, believed to date from around 1972, captures a scene familiar to many who spent warm days splashing, swimming and soaking up the sunshine. | Shropshire Star
19. Highley, 1957
Rev R G Miles, Vicar of Highley, is pictured in 1957 with children from East London enjoying a countryside break through the Children’s Country Holiday Fund. | Shropshire Star
20. Bridgnorth, 1978
Children and teachers from Oldbury Wells School, Bridgnorth, are pictured in June 1978 just before setting off by coach for a six-day educational trip to Brittany, France. The photograph shows Katheryn Davies (12), Adrian Morris (13), Miss Alison Roose, and Simon Butler (14) among those preparing for the journey. | Shropshire Star