Northampton as it used to be: 46 nostalgic pictures of faces and places from the 1970s, '80s and '90s Vol. 1

By David Summers

Published 19th Dec 2025, 10:57 BST

As we head into the festive period, the Chronicle & Echo has delved into its archives once again to find some fantastic nostalgic images.

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].

Hartwell primary School 1997

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Hartwell primary School 1997 Photo: Chron

Gt Houghton Prep School gives £1,000 to World Vision Jan 1987

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Gt Houghton Prep School gives £1,000 to World Vision Jan 1987 Photo: Chron

Olive Green passes driving test at 13th attempt 1985

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Olive Green passes driving test at 13th attempt 1985 Photo: Chron

Great Brington residents toast Princess Diana's birthday in June 1991 (a young Jo Whiley second from right)

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Great Brington residents toast Princess Diana's birthday in June 1991 (a young Jo Whiley second from right) Photo: Chron