This article throws open the dusty photo albums and rekindles the vibrant, shared memories of Mansfield and Ashfield, tracing the remarkable journey from the post-war austerity of the 1950s through to the seismic cultural shifts of the 1970s.
It was a time of booming coal mines and textile mills, and Saturday morning pictures at the ABC cinema were a weekly highlight for the kids.
Join us as we explore the heart of Nottinghamshire's former colliery towns during their defining decades, remembering the familiar faces, the local landmarks, and the everyday stories that shaped the communities we know today.
13. Smiling Proudly
Kirkby Bowls Club holding a presentation night in 1970. Photo: National World
14. Buses on Parade
Old buses are being paraded through the market place in 1970. Photo: Chad
