Pit closures affected the districts in the 1990s and early 2000s, despite the prominent miners' strike of 1984-85, which saw thousands of miners go on strike to save their collieries and jobs. The strike was a response to the National Coal Board's (NCB) plan to close 20 collieries, which the NCB claimed were unprofitable. Pictured: Clipstone colliery was then closed in 1993, but was reopened a year later by RJB mining, this picture shows miners returning to work. It remained opened for a further nine years before eventually closing permanently in 2003. Other collieries across Mansfield and Ashfield have a deep-rooted history.placeholder image
Pit closures affected the districts in the 1990s and early 2000s, despite the prominent miners' strike of 1984-85, which saw thousands of miners go on strike to save their collieries and jobs. The strike was a response to the National Coal Board's (NCB) plan to close 20 collieries, which the NCB claimed were unprofitable. Pictured: Clipstone colliery was then closed in 1993, but was reopened a year later by RJB mining, this picture shows miners returning to work. It remained opened for a further nine years before eventually closing permanently in 2003. Other collieries across Mansfield and Ashfield have a deep-rooted history.

Mansfield and Ashfield retro: 25 past losses, including coal mines, lidos and cinemas

By Phoebe Cox
Published 16th Oct 2024, 14:53 BST
Updated 1st Apr 2025, 14:50 BST

Life has changed significantly over the past few decades, with many elements of the past no longer existing. From the closure of significant landmarks to the collapse of major brands, here are some key aspects of Mansfield and Ashfield’s history that have disappeared.

We had lidos for the summer months, popular clothing and household brands, iconic cinemas and stages, coal mines that powered the country, and thriving factories – all no longer exist.

Here is an extensive list of 25 places and things that no longer exist in the Mansfield and Ashfield area.

Can you think of any others?

Some say Ken Wagstaff is the greatest player to ever wear the Mansfield Town Football Club, also known as "The Stags". Ken, now aged 81, is considered the best player of Mansfield Town FC in the club's history. Wagstaff scored 93 goals for the Stags in the early to mid 1960s. Wagstaff was known for his quickness of foot and thought, as well as his balance and strength. Other notable players include Harry Johnson and Sandy Pate.

21. Wagstaff at Field Mill

Some say Ken Wagstaff is the greatest player to ever wear the Mansfield Town Football Club, also known as "The Stags". Ken, now aged 81, is considered the best player of Mansfield Town FC in the club's history. Wagstaff scored 93 goals for the Stags in the early to mid 1960s. Wagstaff was known for his quickness of foot and thought, as well as his balance and strength. Other notable players include Harry Johnson and Sandy Pate. Photo: National World

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Revolver was a record shop in the Four Seasons Shopping Centre.

22. Revolver

Revolver was a record shop in the Four Seasons Shopping Centre. Photo: Chad News

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A historic building in Mansfield will be demolished and replaced with a supermarket despite concerns over the site's heritage. The centre has stood in its current form for 70 years and was home to popular shops. Most recently, Iceland, Argos and Domino's Pizza.

23. Rosemary Centre

A historic building in Mansfield will be demolished and replaced with a supermarket despite concerns over the site's heritage. The centre has stood in its current form for 70 years and was home to popular shops. Most recently, Iceland, Argos and Domino's Pizza. Photo: Brian Eyre

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The Town Mill was on Bridge Street, Mansfield, and dates back to 1850 when it began life as a water-powered corn mill, before eventually becoming a pub from 1969 to 2010. It was a firm favourite with locals until it closed its doors. It was known for its live music scene.

24. Town Mill

The Town Mill was on Bridge Street, Mansfield, and dates back to 1850 when it began life as a water-powered corn mill, before eventually becoming a pub from 1969 to 2010. It was a firm favourite with locals until it closed its doors. It was known for its live music scene. Photo: Mansfield Chad

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