Here are 22 pictures of the forgotten shops, streets and fashion styles of Wakefield from the 70s, 80s

By Leanne Clarke

Published 20th May 2024, 16:00 BST

Here's a collection of pictures looking back at the history of Wakefield's high streets and the styles of the time.

The pictures are from the 1970s and 1980s with some from even earlier.

What do you recognise?

13. Seasonal lights

Cross Square lit up in the 1980s Photo: s

Lord Donaldson, the Arts Minister, unveiled a group of three sculptures by Dame Barbara Hepworth in Wakefield in 1975 Photo: s

The tourist information centre at Wakefield Town Hall is pictured in 1985. Photo: s

Eastmoor Rugby League team 1979/80? Photo: s