Step back to 1971 and take a nostalgic journey through life across the Black Country and Staffordshire.
From markets and factories to workplaces, sporting events and community gatherings, these archive photographs capture the people, places and moments that helped shape the region more than 50 years ago.
See familiar landmarks, local businesses and everyday scenes from a different era, when shopping trips, public transport, factory floors and simple childhood pleasures were all part of daily life. From royal visits and sporting heroes to collecting conkers and meeting friends, these images offer a fascinating glimpse into a changing time.
How many places do you recognise? Whether you remember these scenes first-hand or are discovering them for the first time, do these pictures bring back memories of family, work, school days or growing up in the area? Share your memories in the comments below.
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33. Great Bridge Market, Tipton, 1971
The sights and sounds of Great Bridge Market. This 1971 picture captures a familiar Tipton scene from a time when outdoor markets were at the heart of the community. Did you have a favourite stall? | Express & Star archive
34. Green Lane, Walsall, 1971
A moment of dedication in Green Lane. This 1971 scene captures a community occasion in Walsall. Do you recognise anyone taking part? | Express & Star archive
35. Dudley, 1971
A day of protest in Dudley. Postal workers from across the Black Country gather after a march through the town during the 1971 strike. Do you remember the strikes and demonstrations that shaped the era? | Express & Star archive
36. Tipton Sports Union stadium, 1971
A proud moment for Tipton athletics. Prince Philip officially opens the new Tipton Sports Union stadium in 1971, setting Jack Holden on his way. Do you remember the stadium’s early days? | Express & Star archive