28 photos from Wakefield and the Five Towns that will take you back to the 1980s28 photos from Wakefield and the Five Towns that will take you back to the 1980s
28 photos from Wakefield and the Five Towns that will take you back to the 1980s

26 photos from Wakefield and the Five Towns that will take you back to the 1980s

Take a step back through time with these nostalgic photos from across Wakefield and the Five Towns.
By Holly Gittins
Published 8th Jun 2020, 16:45 GMT

Spanning the district through the 1980s, these snaps offer a glimpse back at some of our favourite locations and events. Can you spot any familiar faces?

This picture, believed to have been taken in the 1980s, shows shoppers on Silver Street and, in the background, a busy Westgate.

1. 1980s

This picture, believed to have been taken in the 1980s, shows shoppers on Silver Street and, in the background, a busy Westgate.

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Do you remember Hemsworth's BMX track?

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Do you remember Hemsworth's BMX track?

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Or maybe you spent a weekend at Sun Lane leisure centre, playing games on giant inflatables?

3. August 1985

Or maybe you spent a weekend at Sun Lane leisure centre, playing games on giant inflatables?

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Children and toddlers lined up to try the balance beam during activities day at Lightwaves Sports Centre.

4. August 1985

Children and toddlers lined up to try the balance beam during activities day at Lightwaves Sports Centre.

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