1981 Collection (page 13)

Michael Foot with wife Jill Craigie and Mick McGahey on anti-nuclear weapons march - October 1981 ----- MICHAEL FOOT WITH WIFE JILL CRAIGIE AND MICK MCGAHEY ON ANTI-NUCLEAR WEAPONS MARCH - OCTOBER

Glasgow Rangers 0 v Dundee United 0. Scottish Cup Final match at Hampden Park. (picture) Dundee United Hamish McAlpine saves a penalty at the end of normal time from Ian Redford to keep Dundees hopes

Andy McCluskey and Paul Humphreys (on keyboards) of the band Orchesteral Manouevers In The Dark pictured during a break at rehearsals for their forthcoming tour. 6th November 1981

Scenes in Quicks Road, South Wimbledon, showing a billboard poster for Ratners. 25th June 1981

The departure of pop star, Elton John, from London Heathrow airport to the West Indies. 6th November 1981

Charles, Prince of Wales visits Rhyl, at the start of a three-day tour of Wales. 27th October 1981

Diana, Princess of Wales visits Rhyl, at the start of a three-day tour of Wales. 27th October 1981

Elton John and Zandra Rhodes at Heathrow. 11th January 1981

Elton John at Heathrow Airport for a flight to New York. 11th January 1981

Cast members of Cats, musical based on T. S. Eliot 1939 poetry book Old Possums Book of Practical Cats, composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber, and showing at the New London Theatre

Young Conservative Conference at Congress Theatre, Eastbourne. Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher is presented with a Valentines card. 12th February 1981

Joan Collins at Heathrow Airport with her daughter Katyana after a holiday in the Bahamas. 15th February 1981

Helen Szabo with a customised Volkswagen Beetle Supercar. The car was built by pipe fitter Ed Papac and flown into Britain from California for a Rod and Custom show in Manchester

Dave Thomas, 35, from Ilford, found the front of a wrecked Volkswagen van and badly damaged VW microbus in a breakers yard

Naomi McIntosh who is going to work for Channel 4. She is concerned with giving education a good name. Naomis speciality is market research

Liz Forgan, pictured in her office when she was womans editor of The Guardian. Forgan was a founding commissioning editor and then Director of Programmes at the UKs Channel 4 from 1981 to 1990

The Job Centre in Linwood shortly after Peugeot announce the closure of the Talbot car factory in Linwood. February 1981

Freddie Starr, Comedian, pictured with boxing gloves, January 1981. Freddie recently appeared on TV Show Parkinson, alongside Muhammad Ali, which aires Saturday 17th January 1981

The arrival of the British hostages from Iran at London Airport following the Iran hostage crisis. Terry Waite, The Rev Canon Dr John Coleman, Archbishop Robert Runcie

CB Radio inside Car, 2nd September 1981

The opening of The Roof Gardens, Kensington High Street. Pictured is Richard Branson. 21st July 1981

Youngsters at Springfield School could soon be getting to the bottom of things, to beat the job crisis. (Picture) Headmaster Mr George Gyte conducts a discussion group. 16th November 1981

A high-rise flat in Billingham, County Durham. January 1981

Snooker player Steve Davis playing golf. 8th June 1981

Snooker player Steve Davis with a group of young fans. 8th June 1981

Space invader champion Stephen Bradley. After 3 days of boys and girls in London playing a Space Invader game to find the first UK National champion

Shirley Williams of the Social Democratic Party getting her election campaign underway as she tours shopping areas during the Crosby by-election. 8th November 1981

The Ashes. England v Australia 4th Test match at Edgbaston, Birmingham. England. England won by 29 runs. (Picture) Man of there match Ian Botham celebrating. 2nd August 1981

Tony Benn with Ken Livingstone at a meeting at St Marys Hospital, Harrow Road, London, regarding the hospitals closure. 17th December 1981

The Ashes. England v Australia 4th Test match at Edgbaston, Birmingham. England. (Picture) Ian Botham (with white hat) in the field. 2nd August 1981

Shirley Williams of the Social Democratic Party on the campaign trail in Crosby ahead of the by-election. 18th November 1981

Shirley Williams of the Social Democratic Party celebrates her victory at the Crosby by-election with her supporters at the Blundellsands Hotel, Crosby. 27th November 1981

Shirley Williams returns to the House of Commons as the first MP elected for the Social Democratic Party. 1st December 1981

Young holidaymakers at the roller disco at the James Corrigan seafront amusement arcade, Scarborough, North Yorkshire. 12th August 1981

Ken Livingstone, Chairman of the GLC meets some of the stars who will be in the open air rock festival on the afternoon of the Royal Wedding of Prince Charles and Lady Diana

Young holidaymakers play the video machines at the James Corrigan seafront amusement arcade, Scarborough, where they play free for two and a half hours after paying an entrance fee of 30p

Fashion inspired by Diana, Princess of Wales. 13th August 1981

Snooker player Steve Davis having dance with a fan. 8th June 1981

Snooker player Steve Davis (centre) with J. Evans (left) and A. Morrowe
Snooker player Steve Davis (centre) with J.Evans (left) and A.Morrowe. 10th January 1981

Snooker player Steve Davis with kids in a Margate arcade playing pool. 8th June 1981

Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher and her husband Denis on holiday at Bedruthan, Cornwall. 10th August 1981

Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher on holiday at Bedruthan, Cornwall. 10th August 1981

Denis Thatcher on holiday at Bedruthan, Cornwall. 10th August 1981

Ken Livingstone, Chairman of the GLC pictured as he meets some of the stars who will be in the open air rock festival on the afternoon of the Royal Wedding of Prince Charles and Lady Diana

Ken Livingstone, Leader of the Greater London Council, holds a Press Conference at County Hall, London. 10th November 1981

Arsenal 0-0 Manchester United, League Division One match at Highbury, Saturday 26th September 1981. Our Picture Shows... Gordon McQueen of United beats Alan Sunderland of Arsenal to the ball

Maternity fashion inspired by Diana, Princess of Wales, modelled by Sharon Day. 6th November 1981

Singer Cleo Laine at the Chelsea Flower Show. 18th May 1981

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"Reflecting on the Vibrant Tapestry of 1981: A Year of Iconic Moments and Unforgettable Memories" As the curtains rose at the 25th London Film Festival in 1981, cinephiles eagerly awaited a cinematic feast that would captivate their hearts and minds. Meanwhile, across screens worldwide, a certain Reagan Chesterfield ad sparked conversations and left an indelible mark on popular culture. Amidst the hustle and bustle of city streets, the sleek silhouette of a 1981 Austin Maxi effortlessly weaved through traffic, embodying both style and practicality. And while cars roamed the roads, love took center stage as Prince Charles exchanged vows with Lady Diana Spencer in a fairytale wedding that captured imaginations around the globe. Sports enthusiasts were treated to exhilarating moments like Joe Louis' legendary triumph in 1936 or witnessing Alex Higgins go head-to-head against Steve Davis in an electrifying snooker match come November '81. Innovation soared as De Lorean DMC-12's gull-wing doors opened up new possibilities for automotive design. Similarly, unknown creators crafted timeless beauty with their creation of a stunning Triumph TR8 Convertible in 1981. The world watched with bated breath as India Hicks graced royal nuptials in her own unique way during another unforgettable wedding moment. Simultaneously, aviation history was made when G-SSSH took its maiden flight from Hatfield - marking an exciting chapter for BAe146 aircrafts. Across continents, Wrigley Field stood tall as Chicagoans cheered passionately within its hallowed grounds - etching memories into baseball lore throughout that memorable year. And amidst it all, Royal Victoria Dock served as a bustling hub where dreams set sail towards uncharted horizons. As time carried us forward from this remarkable year filled with cultural milestones and technological breakthroughs alike, let us cherish these fragments of our shared history, forever woven into the fabric of 1981.