Over the years Newport has modified a lot – so why not be part of us and check out what’s come and gone in the cityWhether it was the Nintendo NES being the hottest bit of gaming tech, or shell-fits being a vogue important, it is truthful to say that rather a lot has modified since 80s and 90s. And the variations down the a long time aren’t solely evident in gaming or clothes – but in addition in Newport too.The mighty ‘Port was not solely classed as a city again then, nevertheless it was residence to not only one however two legendary gig venues – Newport Centre and TJ’s – that drew large names like David Bowie, Blondie and Elton John to this ‘ere humble nook of south east Wales.And the centre of Newport regarded noticeably completely different too – from the chartist mural and the “exploding” clock in John Frost Square too. So after reminiscing, and perhaps additionally getting a bit misty eyed, about the good previous days we had a dive via our archives – and discovered some beforehand unseen pictures that in some way did not see the mild of day once they have been first taken. So whack in your favorite Now That’s What I Call Music playlist and strap your self in for a bit of Newport nostalgia.Love nostalgia? Have the greatest articles emailed to you free of charge with our nostalgia publication. Click right here to see all the Wales Online newsletters.
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The unseen photos of Newport in the 1980s and 1990s – from John Frost Square to TJ’s
