This article takes a nostalgic journey, exploring the vibrant characters who walked these streets and the landmark buildings – many of which have long disappeared in the onward march of time – that shaped the unique heritage of Worksop and Retford.
1. Fond memories of Worksop Canch Lido
Take a look at our archive of people and places in Worksop and Retford through the years. Photo: National World
2. The People's Princess
The crowds welcome Princess Diana on her visit to Worksop in the 80s. Princess Diana made at least two official visits to Worksop in the 1980s: On September 3, 1987, she visited the Courtaulds Leisure Wear Textile Group Factory on Raymouth Lane and in 1989, she visited both the Courtaulds factory again and the Bassetlaw Hospital. Photo: National World
3. The Old Bus Station
Councillors and petitioners asking for a new bus station, stand outside the bus station on Hardy Street in Worksop in 2009. The Hardy Street bus stops were described as having a "poor waiting environment," with narrow footpaths and limited shelter. Photo: National World
4. And here it is....
The modern bus station was a significant project for Nottinghamshire County Council, which had been developing and improving bus facilities across the county since 2004. A budget of £3.2 million was secured for the project. The plans were approved in early 2014, with demolition and construction starting later that year. It eventually opened its doors to the public in 2015. Photo: National World