LIFE in 1980s Shropshire continued unabated by global events.
It was a turbulent decade with the Cold War tensions continuing until 1987 when east-west relations between US President Ronald Reagan and Mikhail Gorbachev of USSR finally thawed.
Culturally the world welcomed the arrival of Star Wars and other sci- fi’s, such as Dr Who and Star Trek, continued to be popular while Fame, Dynasty and Dallas, influenced fashion, shoulder pads and power dressing.
The 1980’s was the era of technology when Apple home computers and Sinclair computers Zx Spectrum Computer were on everyone’s Santa list.
The first mobile phones were also spotted in films and hinted toward the era of connectivity we live in today.
A very serious school play in Ellesmere
Cast members from the Ellesmere Primary School play in 1980.
Oswestry's introduction to robotic dancing
Robotic dancers in Bailey Street, Oswestry, in 1983.
Fun times in Weston Rhyn
Children at Weston Rhyn Youth Club in 1983.
Dib dib with Oswestry scouts
Members of Oswestry Venture Scouts in 1980.
Pancake day at Criftns
Parents and pupils from Criftins Primary School prepare for a pancake race in 1983.
Bargains to be had in St Martins
A rumage sale in St Martins in 1980.
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