And there was plenty happening closer to home that year in Sutton-in-Ashfield too.
We have searched the archives for pictures of events, people and places from 32 years ago.
Have a look through and see if you can spot any familiar faces.
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. Sutton Aquanauts
Sutton Aquanauts presentation - can you spot any familiar faces? Photo: Chad
. St Mary's
St Mary's Summer Fair from 1990 - do you recognise anyone in this picture? Photo: Chad
. Simpson Wright and Lowe
Simpson Wright and Lowe staff taking part in a charity cycle ride Photo: Chad
. Welly Wanging
Sutton Centre Welly Wanging - looks like great fun, did you take part? Photo: Chad
. Quarrydale School
Quarrydale School's drama group from 1990 - can you recognise anyone? Photo: Chad
3. St Mary's
St Mary's Summer Fair from 1990 - do you recognise anyone in this picture? Photo: Chad
4. Simpson Wright and Lowe
Simpson Wright and Lowe staff taking part in a charity cycle ride Photo: Chad