The improved fire station was officially reopened after the brigade had been temporarily quartered with the town’s British Sugar factory. The photograph shows Councillor Ron Carrington of Hereford and Worcester County Council (left), Councillor Ken Peers

The Chetton Green Residents Committee organised a concert in aid of a Children’s Jubilee party. The photograph shows some of the artists (from left) Ron Martin, Pat Lavill, Cyril Whittingham, George Crow, George Berry and Marie Landsale.

A parade of eight vintage and modern fire engines took place from the Stewponey to mark the fire station open day, alongside the opportunity to have rides on mini fire engine, Jupiter, and meet Fireman Sam. The photograph shows Carly and Ben Scriven tryin

The station held an open day, including band music, a marching display, fire drill and abseiling, to raise money for the Hayley Green Hospital appeal. Derek Maddock is quoted. The photograph shows Kirsty and Robert Cross from Quarry Bank sat in a fire eng

The fire station was holding a gala fete and fire safety day. The photograph shows Alan Humphries in front of a 20 foot column of blazing fat after demonstrating what can happen trying to put a chip pan fire out with water.

The team won a Hereford-Worcester Fire Bridgade technical quiz and would represent the county in the district finals. The Red Watch is mentioned, and the photograph shows (left to right) Phil Russell, Brian Rushton, Robin Wylde, Adrian Moore and Alan Hale

A block of seven shops and 16 flats had helped to bring a new lease of life to the village. The premises that can be seen include Clarkes, B. J. Flavell Cycles Ltd, Tipton & Coseley Building Society and George Udall.

An all-women’s football match was held to raise money for a portable electric wheelchair, refereed by David Allman, the only man on the pitch. Geoff Bains is quoted.

The women’s team usually played against men, and had brought in men to assist as goalkeeper and sweepers, but were looking for female defenders. The photograph shows Noreen Lloyd, Jackie Folks, Jane Hill, Irene Entwistle, Sue Baggott, Gillian Spilsbury, P

Three employees of the Wolverhampton Corporation – Clare Walker, Thomas Chater and Rose Mears – received long service awards from Councillor Dennis Turner and Councillor F. V. Law.