From protests to carnivals to long lost pubs, hotels and nostalgic street scenes – this collection paints an evocative picture of a turbulent decade in the county.
In Derbyshire the miners' strike was a major industrial dispute involving thousands of miners and their trade union against the Conservative government and then prime minister Margaret Thatcher. The strike was a defining moment in the history of British coal mining.
The 80s was also a key time for charity fundraising with the 1980s Ethiopia famine leading to the formation of several charities and fundraising events, including Band Aid and Live Aid.
Comic Relief was also launched with schools and residents taking part in activities for Red Nose Day.
Other notable events in Derbyshire included the demolition of Horns Bridge in Chesterfield and the popular America Adeventure theme park opening.

45. Asbestos protest
Asbestos protest in Bradwell , October 1988 Photo: Sheffield Newspapers


47. Cinema demolition
Demolition of Heanor empire cinema, April 1989. Photo: Johnston press

48. The Beast of Ollersett Moor
Derbyshire Police's firearms unit tracking a big cat known as the Beast of Ollersett Moor, near New Mills 1989. Photo: Jason Chadwick

