We take a look back across the county in 1976 to relive some of the moments, scenes and stories that shaped the year.
Scroll through the black and white photos, including a visit from a former England ‘66 star and manager, royalty, and many local faces that made the headlines 50 years ago.
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17. Telford 1976
A scene from the first ever Telford Super Saturday which was held at Telford town park on Saturday, August 7, 1976. The picture shows Mrs Marlene Vince, Malcolm Lord, with members of the 165 Provost Company from COD Donnington. | Shropshire Star
18. Wrockwardine Wood 1976
Excelsior, a bus and coach firm based in Wrockwardine Wood, was founded by Alf Price in 1920. This image was taken after the company won a cup in 1976 at the Blackpool National Coach Rally—Reg noted they were the only coach operator to receive an award at the event. Pictured, from left, are Alan Pugh, who worked part-time for Excelsior; Reg Price, Alf’s son and the firm’s owner; and driver Alan Stevens. | Shropshire Star
19. Church Stretton 1976
Central Garage on Burway Road, Church Stretton in 1976. | Shropshire Star
20. Oswestry 1976
'An outdoor lesson for children of Bellan House School, Oswestry. Class teacher Miss M Jones took the youngsters into Cae Glas park for a reading lesson. Helping to lead the lesson with Miss Jones is Samantha Shaw.' Taken during the famously hot summer of '76. | Shropshire Star