Bristol in the 1970s: Archive photos capture everyday life
27-09-2026 07:00 via bristolpost.co.uk

Bristol in the 1970s: Archive photos capture everyday life

Archive photos capture everyday life in 1970s Bristol, from five barmaids reaching national competition finals to Margaret Thatcher visiting the fish market before becoming prime minister.
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