1979 Collection (page 10)

Princess Anne at charity event - November 1979 08 / 11 / 1979
Princess Anne at charity event - November 1979 08/11/1979

Princess Anne during visit to Middlesbrough - October 1979

Shrove Tuesday Pancake Racing took place in Leicester Square today. Many well-know personalities took part including athletes, TV stars, MPs, nurses and doctors Church members etc

Joan Collins wearing tennis gear during filming of TV show - July 1979

Joan Collins and John Gielgud during filming at country house - April 1979

MARGARET THATCHER READS THE DAILY EXPRESS - 10TH APRIL 1979

WILLIE CARSON AND PRINCESS ANNE LAUGHING - 13th December 1979

David Bowie Interview 1979

John Conteh vs Matthew Saad Muhammad I. For WBC light-heavyweight title, Steel Pier, Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States of America. Conteh lost by unanimous decision. (Picture) Fight action

Old boys watch the girls go by from the bench at the junction of Keighly Road, Silsden, near Keighley, Yorkshire. Willie Hardisty, pictured second left, with his bench pals. 9th August 1979

Tyneside Metro, Ouseburn Viaduct. 27th June 1979

At St James Station, Newcastle, men are working by hand to dog out the start of the second tunnel. 20th February 1979

Peter South, sub agent for Mowlem, and Neville Harrison, of Mott Hay and Anderson, consulting engineers welcome tunnelling miners at the Metro link-up under Eldon Square, Newcastle. 5th September 1979

Prince Charles pictured during his visit to Australia. March 1979

Prince Charles throwing a cow pat (dung) at the opening of Agro 79 (an agricultural exhibition) in Australia. March 1979

Pop singer Englebert Humperdinck at the Inn on the Park hotel minus his sideburns. 9th May 1979

Liza Minnelli in her role as the storyteller on stage at the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, during rehearsals for " The Owl and the Pussycat". 23rd July 1979

Actor John Cleese, pictured at The Midland hotel in Birmingham, The Midlands, England. John is in his semi Basil Fawlty character as he chops up some meat in the hotel kitchen

Mary Quant, designer and fashion icon, appears at The Birmingham NEC, Midlands, England. Mary, still designing in 1979, poses on a bed with a cup of tea. Picture taken 12th November 1979

Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh unveils a plaque to John Dalton at the Manchester Literary and Philosophical Society alongside the society president Mr H.M Fairhurst. 12th July 1979

Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh stops to have a joke with Castle Irwell gardeners with a special word to Robert Johnson and Paul Thornley. 12th July 1979

Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh in Manchester. 12th July 1979

Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh waves to a party of happy school children who were cheering from the top of the piers at Manchester Airport as he arrived for a two-day visit to Manchester

Oak and Eldon Gardens, Birkenhead - son to be no more. 13th September 1979

Oak Gardens, Birkenhead, soon to disappear. 23rd July 1979

Denis Howell Labour Minister of State for Sport with pop star Elton John. They are pictured together in Birmingham before Elton appeared in a concert. 22nd April 1979

Elton John, arrives back in London after his successful tour of Russia. 31st May 1979

Elton John at London Heathrow Airport. 16th September 1979

Elton John, pictured at Heathrow Airport, after his eight trail-blazing concerts in Leningrad and Moscow. 31st May 1979

Whitesnake at the headquarters of Team Surtees at Edenbridge, Kent, ahead of their charity concert to the Ocean Hammersmith in aid of the Gunnar Nilsson fund. 1st March 1979

Kirkby Manufacturing and Engineering Works, Kirkby, Wednesday 28th March 1979

The Ford Motor Manufacturing plant at Bridgend, Wales, Picture taken 12 months before it opened. Picture taken 8th May 1979

The new Ford plant at Bridgend is so large that workers use bicycles to get around. Picture shows Mr Mike Keohane of Porthcawl (LEFT) and Mr John Preece of Ogmore - by - Sea (RIGHT)

A 1936 MG model. Abingdon, Oxfordshire. 14th September 1979

Brothers, (left to right) Ivor, Ralph, Morris and Norman Berry work together at the MG factory in Abingdon, Oxfordshire. 14th September 1979

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Len Lacey of Northwich has just composed and narrated his own LP "This is Life
Len Lacey of Northwich has just composed and narrated his own LP " This is Life." Len reckons it is going to be the greatest sensation Punk has ever seen. 12th September 1979

Snooker player Steve Davis, Londons best hope of winning the Coral UK Professional Snooker Championship next month, practices with the money which will go to the Cancer Research fund if he wins

A selection of childrens toys and games. 24th November 1979

An electronic games machine with light signals, a powerful computer brain and a vocabulary of 20 different sounds joins Woolworths this Christmas

Labour MP Shirley Williams walking her dog. 7th June 1979

Secretary of State for Education and Science and Labour MP Shirley Williams on the campaign trail in Stevenage, Hertfordshire, with Betty Allsopp. 29th April 1979

Prince Charles after a game of Polo, Windsor. 27th May 1979

Shanty town on the eastern edge of Tehran, where open sewers run past houses made of mud and reinforced with tin cans. Our Picture Shows

Margaret Thatcher pictured in London. May 1979

Be Prepared. The Boys Scout Hall in Tehrans prestigious northern suburb of Shemiran has a new use. Just down the road from the Shahs Saadabad Palace

The Cherry Translator. A personal computer-on-a-chip that translates languages, launched by Cherry Leisure. 9th May 1979

Conservative Prime Minister, Margaret Thatcher, at Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire. Pictured, Margaret Thatcher at a fruit and veg stall, on the left is Horace Cutler. 25th September 1979

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"1979: A Year of Iconic Moments and Cultural Shifts" In 1979, the world witnessed a seismic shift in politics as Margaret Thatcher rose to power. Known for her iron will and conservative policies, Thatcher became the first female Prime Minister of Britain, leaving an indelible mark on history. Meanwhile, on the streets, the Ford Escort Mk. 2 donned the striking Rothmans Rally livery in its pristine white coat. This powerful machine symbolized speed and adrenaline as it raced through challenging terrains. Not far behind was another British classic - the Triumph Bonneville motorcycle - roaring through open roads with a rebellious spirit that embodied freedom and adventure. The London Film Festival Poster showcased artistic brilliance while captivating audiences with its mesmerizing visuals. It served as a reminder that cinema had become an integral part of our cultural fabric. On a lighter note, humor prevailed when one man smashed cake onto another's face; a playful act capturing moments of joy amidst life's chaos. Music transcended borders in 1979 when French music teacher Nadia-Juliette Boulanger shared her passion for melodies across generations. Her dedication inspired countless students to pursue their dreams in harmony. Luxury took center stage with the Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow Mk. 2 shining brightly in its sleek silver exterior—a symbol of opulence and prestige that defined an era. And who could forget ABBA's electrifying performance at Wembley Stadium? The Swedish supergroup enchanted fans worldwide with their infectious tunes, creating everlasting memories for all who were fortunate enough to witness their magic firsthand. Lastly, we cannot overlook the Triumph TR7—an embodiment of style and sophistication—cruising down boulevards with unparalleled elegance during this transformative year. As we reflect upon 1979, it becomes evident that this remarkable year encapsulated both political upheaval and cultural milestones—a time where legends were born and memories were made.