Step back in time to Albert Street in Mansfield with this retro gallery

Albert Street in Mansfield has changed over the years, so we are heading back to the 70s and 80s to see how it looks today compared to yesteryear.

Here we take another stroll down memory lane to look back at what life was like on the well-known street 30 and 40 years ago.

Continuing with our town centre theme, this retro gallery features now-demolished shops and pubs from years gone by.

Have a look through and see how much has changed.

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5. Demolished

The former buildings were demolished, and this area is now the entrance to St Peter's Retail Park. Photo: Chad

Albert Street is home to many of the towns estate agents. John Sankey has been helping Mansfield residents since 1968. Photo: Chad

Albert Street, pictured here in the 80s - is this how you remember it? Photo: Chad

The old buildings were demolished some time in the 80s. Photo: Chad