Enjoy this look back on 1986 – the year when The Communards has the biggest hit single with ‘Don't Leave Me This Way’ and Top Gun was the biggest movie.
It was also the year England were knocked out of the World Cup by Argentina, aided by Diego Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ goal.
17. The Square, Swarland
The Square, Swarland, 50th celebrations, July 26, 1986. Photo: NOP
20. Wooler Carnival
Entrants in the children's fancy dress at Wooler Carnival in 1986. Photo: staff
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