The Market Square has always been used for public events. Some organised by the council, others not.

Music, in many forms has been popular.

Taken in the 1970's.

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I think this was a pancake race organized by Radio Trent.

Taken in the 1970's.

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This Guy used to be a almost permanent fixture in the square, preaching about God.

Taken in the 1970's.

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Protests have also been common, This one was about the closure of Bus Depots.

Taken in the 1970's.

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Some events I never got the details of.

Taken in the 1970's.

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Students events were also popular.

Taken in the 1970's.

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Of course you have to include the twice monthly event of pouring a full bottle of washing-up liquid into the Fountain.

Taken in the 1970's.

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Found a few more event type shots around the square.

Mostly taken in the 1970's.

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