Cross country runners, Christchurch Park sledders and Terry Butcher handing out awards all feature in this week’s Throwback Thursday from February 1983.

Ipswich Star: Were you among the crowds at Christchurch Park during the snow in February 1983?Were you among the crowds at Christchurch Park during the snow in February 1983?

The snow-covered hills of Christchurch Park were a popular attraction for children and grown-ups alike in February 1983.

Ipswich Star: Terry Butcher visiting Westbourne School to present awards to pupilsTerry Butcher visiting Westbourne School to present awards to pupils

Everyone loves a snow day, and while we’ve not had much more than a flurry this winter, the people pictured in this gallery took full advantage of the weather with sledges and wooly hats aplenty.

Ipswich Star: Ipswich Mayor Beryl James held a charity ball at the Corn ExchangeIpswich Mayor Beryl James held a charity ball at the Corn Exchange

In the same month, Ipswich Town legend Terry Butcher, who just two years before had won the UEFA cup with Bobby Robson at the helm, made an appearance at Westbourne School to hand out sporting awards to pupils.

Ipswich Star: Cross country running races took place in Landseer ParkCross country running races took place in Landseer Park

Ipswich Mayor Beryl James held a charity ball at the Corn Exchange, which featured a raffle with an assortment of prizes all to raise funds for a good cause.

Ipswich Star: Cross country running races took place in Landseer ParkCross country running races took place in Landseer Park

Cross country runners took over Landseer Park, while pupils from a number of Suffolk schools were treated to playing on the pitch at Portman Road.

Ipswich Star: Suffolk school pupils play at Portman RoadSuffolk school pupils play at Portman Road

Do you recognise anyone in this gallery?

Ipswich Star: Suffolk school pupils play at Portman RoadSuffolk school pupils play at Portman Road

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