WELCOME to the start of a new week which can only mean it is time to look back on years past.

Today we share a collection of pictures from all parts of Oswestry and border life from the late 1970s and early 1980s.

Remember if you recognise anyone let them know you are thinking of them.

Border Counties Advertizer: Gobowen Church sunday school party 1986 63

We begin with a lovely picture of Gobowen Church Sunday School party in 1986. Recognise any familiar faces?

Border Counties Advertizer: Morda Social cub cheque prsentation 1980

A cheque presentation at Morda Social Club in 1980.

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Border Counties Advertizer: Ruyton XI towns autmn fayre 1980

Ruyton XI Towns Autumn Fayre in 1980.

Border Counties Advertizer: Morda FC December 1977

Not the happiest looking bunch at Morda Football Club in December 1977.

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