Spanning four decades from the 1950s to the 1980s, this is a nostalgic look back at the streets of Bilston as they once were, captured in everyday moments from years gone by.
Browse through this handpicked gallery and see how many familiar scenes you recognise — and feel free to share your memories and favourites in the comments below.
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21. Park Meadow Avenue, Stowlawn, Bilston, 1967
A familiar scene from Bilston's past as residents of Park Meadow Avenue, Stowlawn, voiced concerns over a stretch of road without footpaths. Captured beside the bus stop is the No. 24 service to Bradley Lane, a snapshot of everyday life in the community. | Picture: Express & Star
22. Walsall Street, Bilston, 1955
A proud moment in Bilston's history as a military detachment marches through the town centre in 1955 to mark the regiment's 250th anniversary. With eyes turned towards the Town Hall, the scene also captures familiar high street landmarks including Lloyds Bank and Timothy Whites & Taylors. | Picture: Express & Star
23. Bilston, 1968
A peaceful suburban scene from 1968, capturing the rhythm of everyday life. A Carver’s lorry passes by as a No. 24 bus heads for Westfield Road, carrying an advert for Wolverhampton Steam Laundry, while the offices of London and Manchester Assurance and the spire of St Leonard’s Church complete the familiar streetscape. | Picture: Express & Star
24. The Bank Chambers, Swan Bank, Bilston, 1952
The Bank Chambers on Swan Bank, Bilston, pictured in 1952. Regarded as a building of special architectural and historic interest, it stood as a prominent landmark in the town, with the name of accountant W T Baker still visible on its windows. | Picture: Express & Star