Northampton as it used to be: 37 fantastic pictures of faces and places from the 1970s, '80s and '90s Vol. 2

By David Summers

Published 19th Dec 2025, 11:05 BST

The Chronicle & Echo is taking another look in our archives for a series of special nostalgic picture galleries – and this is volume 2.

All these pictures are from the 1970s, the 1980s and the 1990s and show a fascinating insight into life in Northampton in years gone and are sure to bring back memories.

If you have any stories from the photographs, or can expand on the people featured, please email [email protected].

Christmas wreaths at County Florists, Becky Goodridge

1. Looking Back Faces and Places Special Vol 2

Christmas wreaths at County Florists, Becky Goodridge Photo: Chron

Mary Ward, Spinney Hill with flowering yucca , 1993

2. Looking Back Faces and Places Special Vol 2

Mary Ward, Spinney Hill with flowering yucca , 1993 Photo: Chron

Flowerbeds at The Golf House Roundabout, Kettering Rd, 1993

3. Looking Back Faces and Places Special Vol 2

Flowerbeds at The Golf House Roundabout, Kettering Rd, 1993 Photo: Chron

Duke of Edinburgh, twins 1985

4. Looking Back Faces and Places Special Vol 1

Duke of Edinburgh, twins 1985 Photo: chron