We have trawled through our archives to show you what life was like around the town as a new decade began.
These great pictures will bring back memories of carnivals, schools, businesses and events that went on in the area.
Check them out here….
10. Mansfield Colliery
Mansfield Colliery, March 1988. Miners have a drink in the welfare after their last shift. Photo: Chad
12. school show.jpg
Youngsters were ready for their school show in 1980. Photo: National World
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