Can you remember what life was like in Newcastle in 1982?
In the UK, it was the year dominated by the Falklands War, with Margaret Thatcher in her fourth year as Prime Minister.
May 1982 saw the official opening of the Kielder Water reservoir in Northumberland- the largest artificial lake in the UK.
Newcastle United finished the 1981/82 season sitting in 9th in Division 2 before finishing 5th after 1982/83. It was the year Kevin Keegan joined the club from Southampton but his arrival did not immediately secure promotion for the Magpies.
That’s what was going on around the city and country, but what are your memories from 42 years ago?
Here we have 13 amazing photos- thanks to Newcastle Libraries- detailing what the city looked like four decades ago.
Do you think much has changed?
And do you think the city was better off then or now?
There are so many shops, restaurants and pubs chronicled in these snaps which are no longer around today- which of them do you wish could make a return to the city?
Take a look and let us know your thoughts.
1. Inside Eldon Square
A view of the interior of Eldon Square Shopping Centre taken in 1982. | NLPhoto: Newcastle Libraries
2. Central Arcade
A view of the Central Arcade Newcastle upon Tyne taken in 1982. The photograph shows the interior of the Central Arcade which is decorated with Burmantofts tiles in shades of brown buff and yellow. 'J. G. Windows Ltd' music store is to the right. | NLPhoto: Newcastle Libraries
3. The Carriage in 1982
The Carriage. A public house and restaurant in the ex Jesmond Station. | NLPhoto: Newcastle Libraries
4. Civic Centre
The Civic Centre in July 1982. | NLPhoto: Newcastle Libraries