Back to the 80s

Back to the 80s

The 1980s have arrived at Summerlee.

Back to the 80s is a look back at one of the most exciting and colourful decades of the 20th century. This free exhibition explores the 80s through toys, video games, fashion, music, film and more. Bring the family over for a wander around the decade that brought us mullets, the Rubik Cube, leg warmers, the Walkman and of course Mario and Sonic!

There is lots to see and do for the whole family including the chance to play with iconic 80s toys and video games, dress up stuff and even the chance to play your own cheesy pop songs on our cool record player.

You can also visit our recreated 1980s Cottage at the Summerlee miners’ rows and judge for yourself if it’s the decade that taste forgot!