Take a trip Down Memory Lane to Mansfield, circa 2006

By Tracy Smith

Published 14th Dec 2025, 08:00 BST

It feels like yesterday, but 2006 is nearly two decades in the rearview mirror—a time when life in Mansfield, much like the rest of the country, moved at a slightly different pace, still deeply connected to its industrial past while navigating an evolving community spirit.

Grab a cuppa and get comfortable as we travel back to a year defined by both the familiar rhythms of daily life and moments of significant local change.

Have a look through our archives from 2006 and see if you recognise anyone.

1. Here's a look back to nearly 20 years ago

Have a look through our archives from 2006 and see if you recognise anyone. Photo: National World

Kirkby Inner Wheel members held a tea party for International Peace Day.

2. International Peace Day

Kirkby Inner Wheel members held a tea party for International Peace Day. Photo: National World

Kamal Harvey-Mistry PE Teacher at Meden School, Warsop, right and pupils before their visit to Brazil as part of a cultural project involving children's rights, football and dance.

3. Trip to Brazil

Kamal Harvey-Mistry PE Teacher at Meden School, Warsop, right and pupils before their visit to Brazil as part of a cultural project involving children's rights, football and dance. Photo: National World

Pauline Coupe member of the Poplars Community Association at a fun day in Sutton.

4. Singing in the Rain

Pauline Coupe member of the Poplars Community Association at a fun day in Sutton. Photo: National World

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