Wolverhampton 1000 Years Celebration
D-EXP/P/W105 Jan 1985 - Nov 1985 Wolverhampton Archives
These photographs have been catalogued and digitised thanks to the kind generosity and support of the Friends of Wolverhampton Archives.
D-EXP/P/W105 Jan 1985 - Nov 1985 Wolverhampton Archives
These photographs have been catalogued and digitised thanks to the kind generosity and support of the Friends of Wolverhampton Archives.
D-EXP/P/W105/1 2 Jan 1985 Wolverhampton Archives
To mark the start of Wolverhampton’s Millennium celebrations, the Council organised a fireworks display in St. Peter’s Square, the first of many events planned throughout the year. Lady Wulfrun and King Ethelred are mentioned, and the photograph shows a c
D-EXP/P/W105/2 26 Mar 1985 Wolverhampton Archives
The junior school held a concert tracing Wolverhampton’s 1000-year history from Saxon times with the Battle of Wodensfield, and including events such as the flight of Prince Charles after the Battle of Worcester, a cholera epidemic in Bilston, the industr
D-EXP/P/W105/3 16 Apr 1985 Wolverhampton Archives
The display was produced by pupils of East Park Junior School and marked 50 years since the last Sunbeam came off the production line. Celebrations also included preserved models of the famous car and ex-employees were encouraged to take part. The photogr
D-EXP/P/W105/4 16 May 1985 Wolverhampton Archives
The medallion was made by Wolverhampton Polytechnic lecturer Ron Dutton and was the prize in a “Find the Lady Competition” organised jointly with Mensa. The photograph shows Ann Mroczko with the medallion.
D-EXP/P/W105/5 28 May 1985 Wolverhampton Archives
The article relates to a visit by Princess Diana. The Art Gallery, M & B brewery, St Peter’s Church and the Retail Market in School Street are mentioned.
D-EXP/P/W105/6 29 May 1985 Wolverhampton Archives
The fortnight included a variety of attractions including Cannock Chase Morrismen, South Staffordshire Operatic Society and Penn and District British Legion Youth Band. The photograph shows siblings Rachel and Stewart Ward laughing and crying at a Punch a
D-EXP/P/W105/7 3 Jun 1985 Wolverhampton Archives
The play was part of a programme of events including performances from Wolverhampton Music School, a Punch and Judy show, a dance workout and performances from St Barthlomew’s Church of England Primary School. The photograph shows Andrew Tucker (left), Jo
D-EXP/P/W105/8 5 Jun 1985 Wolverhampton Archives
Pupils from the school were invited to reenact a debate about the development of a park in the east of the town during the 1890s. David Michie and Mayor George Howells are mentioned, and the photograph shows ‘Councillor’ Susan Harris (right) with the ‘May
D-EXP/P/W105/9 8 Jun 1985 Wolverhampton Archives
More than 50 floats were making their way through the town. Mayor George Howells and Wolverhampton Jaycees are mentioned and Paul Johnson is quoted. The photograph shows Lindsey Vigurs dressed as a clown on the Wolverhampton Museum and Art Gallery float.