Pictured are cubs at the Derbyshire cubs camp at Drum Hill in 1986.placeholder image
Pictured are cubs at the Derbyshire cubs camp at Drum Hill in 1986.

Growing up in Derbyshire: A nostalgic journey through 25 retro photos that capture life in the 1980s

By Brian Eyre
Published 2nd Mar 2025, 06:48 GMT
Updated 2nd Mar 2025, 06:50 GMT

It was a decade renowned for the miners’ strike and the tragic breakup of Prince Charles and Princess Diana.

We’ve revisited our archives to present you with our latest retro feature.

From Chesterfield to the picturesque Peak District, North Derbyshire, and the charming Amber Valley, take a moment to explore these 25 captivating photographs and reminisce about the memories they evoke.

Beryl Moss, Sylvia Barton, Carole reece and Angela Longdon taking part in the Langley Mill carnival in the 1980s.

9. Retro Derbyshire

Beryl Moss, Sylvia Barton, Carole reece and Angela Longdon taking part in the Langley Mill carnival in the 1980s. Photo: Eric Gregory

Blowing up the lime kilns at Millers Dale in the early 1980s.

10. Retro Derbyshire

Blowing up the lime kilns at Millers Dale in the early 1980s. Photo: Alan Swift

Alfreton Sunday league presentation night photo taken in 1985.

11. Retro Derbyshire

Alfreton Sunday league presentation night photo taken in 1985. Photo: Eric Gregory

Horsley Woodhouse FC, Derby Combination premier div, January 1984.

12. Retro Derbyshire

Horsley Woodhouse FC, Derby Combination premier div, January 1984. Photo: George Eyre

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