Retro Rewind: A trip down Memory Lane in Mansfield and Ashfield

From the proud days when the rhythmic hum of the textile mills filled the air and the deep seams of the coal mines drove the local economy, to the bustling Saturday markets and the cherished local haunts where generations gathered, this article explores the shared memories and defining moments of Mansfield and Ashfield’s yesteryear.

We’re unearthing the stories, the people, and the places that time might have faded but never forgotten.

So grab a cuppa, get comfortable, and prepare to reminisce about the way we were.

17. Richard Roberts Knitwear

1985 and Kirkby's Richard Roberts knitwear factory is in full swing. The factory was located on Urban Road in Kirkby-in-Ashfield and closed its doors in 2003. Photo: National World

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18. Hall Street Hostel

Hall Street Hostel Protest in Mansfield in 1980.The protest occurred during a time of significant social and economic unrest in the UK, marked by high unemployment and industrial decline. The hostel has since closed. Photo: National World

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19. Handley Arcade

Photo taken inside Handley Arcade, Mansfield. The arcade is still open and operational today. It is a historic part of the town centre that focuses on hosting local, independent small businesses. Photo: National World

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20. Newgate Lane Sports Day

This photo was captured during the mother's race at Newgate Lane sports day in 1970. The school closed in 2012 and became Mansfield Primary Academy. Photo: National World

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