21 fascinating photos showing how Palmerston Road has been transformed in 40 years

By Kieran Davey and Deborah Croker

Published 28th Feb 2019, 14:03 BST

Updated 9th Sep 2019, 12:02 BST

From Knight & Lee to Midnight Tandoori, Palmerston Road has undergone a lot of change in the last 40 years.

Here are some of our favourite photos from The News’ archives.

Palmerston Road in July 1981

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Papersave in January 1996

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Empty shops in Palmerston Road in April 1993

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The Grand nightclub in Palmerston Road in September 1995

placeholder image — The Grand nightclub in Palmerston Road in September 1995

Bistro Montparnasse in Palmerston Road in April 1994

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MJN Jewellers in Palmerston Road in April 1994

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Knight & Lee in December 1996

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Christmas decorations in Palmerston Road in November 1995

placeholder image — Christmas decorations in Palmerston Road in November 1995