16 of Mansfield's longest-running businesses that have defied the odds to stand the test of time

The last couple five years have been hard for everyone and some of those which have been hit hardest have been businesses.

Mansfield has seen the loss of some well known shops and businesses.

But here are some of the Mansfield businesses which have stood the test of time.

These are listed in no particular order.

9. Mansfield Town Football Club

Mansfield Town Football Club play their matches at the One Call Stadium, formerly known as the Field Mill, which is the oldest professional football ground in the world. Field Mill has been used as a football ground since 1861, and as a cricket ground for a few years before that. Photo: Google

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10. W. Slack and Sons

W. Slack and Sons on Rosemary Street, Mansfield, was established in 1902, and it moved to its current site in 1914. Photo: Google

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11. Hopkins Solicitors

Hopkins Solicitors, on Eden Court, Crow Hill Drive, Mansfield, moved into their Mansfield head office in 1982, however the firm goes all the back to 1913. Photo: Google