July 1970: Demolition work at Groom’s Alley as a three-storey warehouse is cleared to make way for a supermarket. The scene shows a bulldozer operated by Wildes pushing through the remaining brickwork, with the Clifton Cinema visible in the background. placeholder image
July 1970: Demolition work at Groom’s Alley as a three-storey warehouse is cleared to make way for a supermarket. The scene shows a bulldozer operated by Wildes pushing through the remaining brickwork, with the Clifton Cinema visible in the background. | Shropshire Star

Wellington retro: 17 nostalgic photos of life in and around the town, 1970–1971

By Tania Taylor
Published 23rd Apr 2026, 15:13 BST
Updated 27th Apr 2026, 08:02 BST

Today we turn the clock back more than half a century.

These images transport us to Wellington in 1970 and 1971, capturing familiar places and the faces that brought the town to life.

If you recognise a place or spot someone you know, share your memories in the comments.

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The opening of Wellington Theatre Club at the Prince’s Street Art Centre, later known as the Belfrey Theatre. During the event, Frances Williams presents a bouquet to Councillor Mrs Margaret Shaw, with her father Roy, chairman of the club, looking on. The venue, converted from the former Prince’s Street School, marked the company’s first permanent home. The image appeared in the Shropshire Star on October 8, 1971.

17. Wellington Theatre Club, Prince's Street Art Centre

The opening of Wellington Theatre Club at the Prince’s Street Art Centre, later known as the Belfrey Theatre. During the event, Frances Williams presents a bouquet to Councillor Mrs Margaret Shaw, with her father Roy, chairman of the club, looking on. The venue, converted from the former Prince’s Street School, marked the company’s first permanent home. The image appeared in the Shropshire Star on October 8, 1971. | Shropshire Star

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