Retro rewind: A look back at Mansfield and Ashfield in the eighties

By Phoebe Cox

Published 30th Dec 2024, 12:34 BST

Updated 25th Sep 2025, 14:08 BST

Can you believe that the 1980s were four decades ago?

Here are some retro snaps from your Mansfield and Ashfield Chad in the eighties.

Recognise anyone?

Annesley School Cricket team - spot any familiar faces? Photo: National World/JPI

Students taking part in the big clear-up of Garibaldi Woods in 1980. Photo: National World/JPI

Forest Town Junior School's performance of Rumpelstiltskin in April 1981. Photo: National World/JPI

Jefferies School in Kirkby - spot anyone you know? Photo: National World

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