A nostalgic look back at Walsall from 1990 to 1995, taken from the Express & Star archives.
These images capture familiar local scenes and everyday moments – including a turf-cutting ceremony marking approval for new public toilets – alongside plenty of faces from the time.
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1. Christ Church, Blakenall Heath, 1990
In February 1990, the bells fell silent at Christ Church, Blakenall Heath, as safety concerns forced the closure of the church tower while funds were raised for vital repairs. Pictured is Reverend David Lingwood during a challenging period for the parish, as the community worked to restore the familiar sound that had long rung out across the neighbourhood. | Picture: Express & Star
2. The Knave of Hearts, Bloxwich, 1990
In April 1990, Stan Wood and his wife Margaret are pictured outside The Knave of Hearts on Lichfield Road, Bloxwich, the pub they ran together, as they found themselves caught up in a Poll Tax dispute. The couple had recently purchased a retirement home, only to be charged double by Walsall Council after it was classed as unoccupied, highlighting the confusion and frustration many residents faced during the introduction of the controversial charge. | Picture: Express & Star
3. Walsall Council House, 1990
In March 1990, Walsall Council House became the focal point of local opposition to the Poll Tax, as a packed public gallery looked on during a tense moment of civic debate. | Picture: Express & Star
4. Parsonage Transformers, Bloxwich, 1990
In June 1990, Parsonage Transformers on Fryers Road, Bloxwich, faced an uncertain future as the company was expected to close, with redundancies anticipated. The photograph captures a moment of anxiety for the workforce and the wider community, reflecting the wider industrial challenges of the period and the impact of factory closures on local livelihoods. | Picture: Express & Star