This week, we’re take a nostalgic journey through the history of Corby, showcasing images that chronicle the town’s past. From the early days of steel production to Christmas lights switch-ons at the bandstand, the town has seen so many changes over the years.
Take a look through the ones we’ve selected, and if any of the images bring back memories that you’d like to share, contact us at [email protected].
49. Pictures from Corby's past
A Minerals Division Kitson 0-6-0ST propels a rake of loaded iron ore wagons into the steelworks at Corby. (Photo by Rail Photo/Construction Photography/Avalon/Getty Images) Photo: Construction Photography/Avalon
50. Pictures from Corby's past
Corby's steel workers demonstration, UK, 12th July 1979.(Photo by Evening Standard/Hulton Archive/Getty Images) Photo: Getty Images
51. Pictures from Corby's past
Stephenson Way, Corby, 19th January 1978. (Photo by Evening Standard/Hulton Archive/Getty Images) Photo: Getty Images
52. Pictures from Corby's past
2nd January 1980: Steelworkers on the first national strike since 1926 at the Corby Steelworks in Northamptonshire. (Photo by Keystone/Getty Images) Photo: Getty Images