Take a journey back to Tipton in the 1960s and 1970s — a time of busy streets, proud industry, and everyday moments that shaped a community.
This handpicked collection captures the town as it once was, from familiar high streets and local landmarks to snapshots of work, play, and neighbourhood life. Each image offers a glimpse into a shared past, full of character, change, and memory.
Take your time browsing the gallery and see how many scenes you recognise. You may even spot places that bring back your own stories — feel free to share your memories and favourites in the comments below.
Did you see our earlier collection of 1940s photos showing life in the Midlands through war and change? Take a look here.
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13. Bowen Street area, Tipton, 1973
Bowen Street, Tipton, in 1973, where West Bromwich Corporation set out plans to revive a run-down area through the clearance of a derelict canal, the construction of new council housing, and the landscaping of neglected land. The photograph captures residents Alice Cave and Gail Morgan, set against a backdrop reflecting both the challenges of decline and the early stages of planned renewal. | Express & Star archive
14. Tipton Steel Stockholders Ltd, Batmans Hill industrial estate, Tipton, 1973
Tipton Steel Stockholders Ltd at Batmans Hill Industrial Estate, Tipton, in 1973, a specialist firm operating in the plate market. The company later became part of the Hill and Smith Group, reflecting its role within the wider industrial network of the area and the ongoing development of local manufacturing and steel trading. | Express & Star archive
15. Griffiths Street, Tipton, 1973
A evocative scene from Griffiths Street, Tipton, in 1973, where West Bromwich Council’s plans to transform a disused canal behind Owen Street into a green space of grass, flowers and trees were still on the drawing board. In the foreground, Teresa Cave is pictured with her brother Ian, playing in the rough wasteland that would soon be earmarked for regeneration, capturing a fleeting moment between decay and renewal. | Express & Star archive
16. Victoria Park, Tipton, 1974
Two men fishing at Victoria Park, Tipton, in 1974, captured in a quiet moment of leisure by the water. The scene reflects a slower pace of life in the park, where everyday pastimes offered a simple escape within a familiar local setting. | Express & Star archive