The nineties was the era of girl power, Britpop and the decade when Labour swept into power in a landslide victory at the 1997 general election.
It is somewhat surreal to think the 90s were three decades ago.
We’ve dived into archives to take a trip down memory lane to see what life was like the 1990s in Derbyshire.
It was a time when you’d need to visit a photography shop to get negatives developed, but somehow the wait for the photos seemed to make the experience of finally resting your eyes on the photos in your hand, somewhat sweeter!
What memories do you have from back then? If you have any photos from those years we would absolutely love to see them.
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1. Nineties Derbyshire
To those in their 40s, the 1990s may seem like a few years ago. Here are some lovely photos from 'back in the day'. Pictured is Aldercar School pupils during Industries Day, 1990s. | Brian Eyre

2. Retro Derbyshire
Loscoe Action Group Fundraising day, 1990s. | Eric Gregory

3. Nineties Derbyshire
Fidelma and Bill Stark, at the Apollo pub, Barlborough, pictured in 1990 | Sheffield Star

4. Nineties Derbyshire
Alfreton Poll Tax meeting, 1990. Photo: Mansfield Chad
