Retro pictures of Nottinghamshire women during the miners' strike of 1984-85

As this year marks the 40th anniversary of the miners’ strikes in 1984-85, we have some retro photos from a demonstration in Nottinghamshire to share.

By Phoebe Cox

Published 14th Feb 2024, 14:39 BST

We are heading back to the miners’ strike of 1984-85 where a mass demonstration took place in Nottinghamshire, with women at the forefront.

Have a look through this gallery and see if you can spot any familiar faces...

Miners' strike demonstration in 1984.

1. Demonstration

Miners' strike demonstration in 1984. Photo: National World

Families and groups gathered in Nottinghamshire from across the country. Recognise anyone?

2. Support

Families and groups gathered in Nottinghamshire from across the country. Recognise anyone? Photo: National World

The demonstration received a large press coverage.

3. Press

The demonstration received a large press coverage. Photo: National World

Mansfield and Ashfield strikers and their families marched through the streets.

4. Nottinghamshire

Mansfield and Ashfield strikers and their families marched through the streets. Photo: National World

Nottinghamshire