The photos turn back the clock to 1983 and showcase the stories which were making the news around the county during the 12 months. Locations in focus include York, Bradford, Knaresborough, Harrogate, Barnsley and Sheffield as well as the wonder of the Yorkshire Dales. READ MORE: 17 photo memories take you around Yorkshire in 1981 YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of nostalgia

19. Leeds
Margaret Thatcher tucks into her fish and chips lunch at Harry Ramsden's in Guiseley in May 1983. | YPN Photo: YPN

20. Batley
Farmer's daughter Janet Ellis of Low Farm Norristhorpe had opened her own butchers shop on Healy Lane. Pictured in July 1983. | YPN Photo: YPN


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Share your memories of Yorkshire in 1983 with Andrew Hutchinson via email at: [email protected] or tweet him - @AndyHutchYPN | Third Party Photo: Third Party


