It was the year Britain went to war with Argentina over the Falkland Islands, Italy won football’s World Cup and Princess Diana gave birth to Prince William.
But what was happening locally?
Let’s take a look at some of the images our photographers captured across Ashfield 40 years ago and see if you can spot any familiar faces.
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2. Ashfield School
Did you take part in Ashfield School's charity Bath Push in 1982? Photo: JPIMedia
3. Common Road
Do you remember Common Road at Huthwaite looking like this in 1982? Photo: JPIMedia
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