Take a look back at these nostalgic photos of our district...Take a look back at these nostalgic photos of our district...
Take a look back at these nostalgic photos of our district...

16 retro photographs of Pontefract and the surrounding area

Take a look back at these nostalgic photos of our district...
By Olivia Hale
Published 15th Mar 2021, 16:45 BST
Updated 16th Mar 2021, 11:55 BST

We taking a look at reader photos from years gone by, send yours to [email protected]

In 1987 Pontefract was the host for a national competition to find the best market 'pitcher'

1. Pontefract town

In 1987 Pontefract was the host for a national competition to find the best market 'pitcher' Photo: JPIMedia

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Knottingley vicar receiving new bell from local foundry workers

2. Vicar

Knottingley vicar receiving new bell from local foundry workers Photo: JPIMedia

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Prince Philip at Pontefract Race Course in 1977

3. Prince Philip

Prince Philip at Pontefract Race Course in 1977 Photo: JPImedia

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Street artists in the Buttercross, Pontefract

4. Buttercross

Street artists in the Buttercross, Pontefract Photo: JPIMedia

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