Northampton retro: 18 memorable black and white photos recall lost way of life, from factories to supermarket

They celebrate the town’s proud shoe-making and sporting heritage, and its engineering prowess.

This retro photo gallery shows all aspects of life, from workers on the factory floor to supermarket shoppers.

The nostalgic black and white images span 80 years, from the end of the 19th century to the mid-1970s.

They show some of the most memorable events from that period, including the drought of 1976 and the heartwarming moment young evacuees are reunited with their parents.

Do these photos bring back any memories for you? What do you miss most about Northampton of yesteryear? Let us know in the comments section.