Throwback Thursday: Memories from Ipswich in January 1976

Ipswich School's annual cross country run (Image: Archant)

We have delved in to our archives to see what happened in Ipswich in January 1976.

Snowy scenes from Christchurch Park in January 1976 (Image: Archant)

We had a flurry of snow at the weekend, and this gallery shows similar scenes from January 1976. It was the perfect opportunity for children - and adults - to grab a sledge and enjoy some old fashioned fun.

Springield Follies preparing for their annual Christmas pantomime (Image: Archant)

The Eastern Counties Cross County was running at Chantry Park, as was the annual cross country at Ipswich School.

Did you take park in the life saving class at the St Matthew's Baths over 40 years ago? (Image: Archant)

January 1976 also saw amateur dramatic group Springield Follies, who are celebrating their 70th anniversary this year, preparing for their annual pantomime, which was Robinson Crusoe.

Two participants in the Eastern Counties Cross County in Chantry Park in 1976 (Image: Archant)

Ipswich Town FC held a kids party at the Manor Ballroom, which was enjoyed by all, and there was a life saving class at St Matthew’s Baths where youngsters were shown first aid.

Youngsters learning life saving skills at St Matthew's Baths in 1976 (Image: Archant)

Do you recognise anyone in these pictures? Email suffolkpicturedesk@archant.co.uk