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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5. Ashfield Bowling Association
1982 and Sutton's Ashfield Bowling Association All Finals Photo: JPIMEDIA
8. Sutton Road
An image of Sutton Road at Huthwaite, taken 40 years ago. Is this how you remember it? Photo: JPIMedia
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