This incredible photo of a caravan blown from its standing in a field is one of 16 memories celebrating a decade in the life of Ossett. The 1980s proved to be a decade of ups and downs for the community. Landmarks, shopping local sport and stories which were making the news headlines are all featured in this wonderful trip down memory lane. READ MORE: Go inside Club Barcelona - The Birstall nightclub which bused in revellers from Leeds YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
1. Ossett in the 1980s
A caravan blown from its standing in a field off Headlands Road in September 1983. | YPN Photo: YPN
2. Ossett in the 1980s
A clean up was underway after Ossett School was ravaged by fire in January 1981. | Wakefield Express Photo: Wakefield Express
3. Ossett in the 1980s
Ossett mayoral regalia on display in 1980. | Wakefield Express Photo: Wakefield Express
4. Ossett in the 1980s
The opening of Spring Mill Golf Course in 1980. | Wakefield Express Photo: Wakefield Express
5. Ossett in the 1980s
Ossett Parish Church Bell Tower opening in July 1981. | Wakefield Express Photo: Wakefield Express
6. Ossett in the 1980s
St. John's Methodist Church pictured in March 1981. | Wakefield Express Photo: Wakefield Express