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Whether you rocked double denim or geometric miniskirts, bell-bottoms or platform shoes, there are some things you’ll almost certainly remember if you grew up in the 60s or 70s.
This retro photo gallery takes you back to those heady days, capturing many of the most ubiquitous sights, sounds and flavours of two momentous decades.
From school rituals to popular shops and sweet treats, these nostalgic pictures are sure to bring back memories for anyone who lived through those days.
What are your best memories of the 60s and 70s, and what do you miss most about life back then?
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9. Old-school playgrounds
Concrete was all the rage when it came to playgrounds in the 60s and 70s, when a scraped knee was a sign that you'd had a good time. | Getty Images Photo: Keystone Features
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10. Donkey rides
Donkey rides used to be one of the highlights of a trip to the seaside. They still exist, but they're much less common today, partly due to greater awareness about animal welfare. | Getty Images Photo: Len Trievnor/Daily Express
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11. Midland Bank
The Midland Bank launched in Birmingham in 1836 and was the world's biggest bank for a period during the first half of the 20th century. It remained one of Britain's foremost businesses in the 60s and 70s, but it was sold in 1992 and became HSBC Bank. | Heritage Images via Getty Images Photo: Historic England
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12. PE lessons
School gyms could be brutal in the 60s and 70s, whether it was first-degree burns from the climbing ropes or the thought of doing it in your underwear if you forgot your PE kit that scared you the most. | Heritage Images via Getty Images Photo: Historic England Archive