This week’s fascinating pictures from Mansfield and Ashfield’s past

By Sharon Brandom

Published 10th Sep 2019, 13:50 BST

Take a trip down memory lane with these fabulous bygone snaps from Mansfield and Ashfield.

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1981: Crowds gather to watch what looks like a pushchair race at Mansfield Carnival. Did you watch this event or take part in it?

placeholder image — 1981: Crowds gather to watch what looks like a pushchair race at Mansfield Carnival. Did you watch this event or take part in it?

1981: A fantastic group shot featuring Clipstone Comets Juvenile Jazz Band looking very smart in their uniform. Were you a member of the band in days gone by?

placeholder image — 1981: A fantastic group shot featuring Clipstone Comets Juvenile Jazz Band looking very smart in their uniform. Were you a member of the band in days gone by?

1981: Pupils from Rufford Comprehensive School in Edwinstowe looking after the raffle at the school fair. Did you go to this school?

placeholder image — 1981: Pupils from Rufford Comprehensive School in Edwinstowe looking after the raffle at the school fair. Did you go to this school?

1981: This fabulous group shot was snapped at the Mansfield Carnival. Are you on this picture?

placeholder image — 1981: This fabulous group shot was snapped at the Mansfield Carnival. Are you on this picture?

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