Nottingham retro: 13 wonderful photos of Nottingham that will remind you of growing up in the 1980s

It’s scary to think that we’re as far away from 2068 as we are 1980. 

The start of the 1980s may have been nearly 45 years ago, but that doesn’t mean many of us don’t still have fond memories of the decade. 

Despite the turbulence caused in many working class communities by Margaret Thatcher’s government, popular culture in the ‘80s seemed to provide a much-needed counter balance. 

With iconic bands of the era such as Wham!, Simple Minds and The Smiths breaking through, the ‘80s is remembered by many for its thriving music scene. 

Those who grew up in Nottingham in the ‘80s will no doubt have happy memories of walking into the city centre and buying a record, before going back home and playing it constantly for days. 

The sad reality is that Nottingham, like all major cities, has changed quite a bit since the ‘80s. 

Many buildings and even some streets have long since disappeared over the years. 

We’ve picked out 13 retro photos that are guaranteed to remind you of growing up in Nottingham during the ‘80s.