Nowadays, we’re used to being able to clicking on anywhere on a map of the planet and seeing bird’s eye views of where we live or want to visit.
Drone pictures are everywhere, but back in the day, aerial photos were unusual – a luxury afforded only by corporations and for reconnaissance purposes.
We’ve looked back into our archive to find pictures of our part of the county from vantage points, helicopters and airplanes.
Some of the places have changed dramatically, almost unrecognisable; others are very similar to modern views.
5. Looking back and looking down on our towns and villages
Kettering: Birds eye view of Windmill avenue from the top of a bungee jump tower, 2009 Photo: Alan Castle
6. Looking back and looking down on our towns and villages
Kettering Windsor Gardens construction 1987 Photo: Northants Telegraph
7. Looking back and looking down on our towns and villages
Burton Latimer, Prescott Motors, aerial photo showing the garage in the 1970s Photo: National World
8. Looking back and looking down on our towns and villages
Kettering Leisure Village in May 1996 Photo: National World