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.
26. Alnwick North Community Centre
Children from Alnwick North Community Centre with their silver fountain to raise funds for Children In Need in November 1986. Photo: Jane Coltman
27. Acklington
Children from Acklington who held a Blue Peter Sale to raise money for the annual appeal by the TV programme. Photo: staff
28. Jack and Jill Playgroup
Youngsters who attended the Jack and Jill Playgroup in Powburn in their Nativity scene. Photo: staff
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