Do you remember Wolverhampton in those days? It’s 41 years ago now, yet for many it still feels like only yesterday.
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5. Wolverhampton Polytechnic, 1985
Wolverhampton Polytechnic, November 1985: A view along Stafford Street shows the institution during a period of major change, as shifts in government policy opened the way for its transition to university status in time for the town’s millennium. | Express & Star
6. Grove Infants School, 1985
Youngsters from Grove Infants School explore the past by trying on historic hats. Pictured are Darren Tunstall (left), Deepa Patel, Adrian Mould and Jane Cooper wearing a selection of period headwear, June 1985. | Express & Star
7. Vono Beds, Queen Street, 1985
October 1985: Vono Beds showcased 42 different ranges in its latest collection, starting with the economy “York” model. The company produced 3ft divans for as little as £49, rising to £359 for a top-of-the-range 5ft model. | Express & Star
8. Vono Beds, Queen Street, 1985
October 1985: A selection of modern-style beds on display at the Vono Beds showroom on Queen Street. A snapshot of 1980s comfort and design. | Express & Star