These photos from the Bucks Herald archives and shared by Aylesbury Remembered, show life in the town during the decade.
We look back at Aylesbury pubs past and present, entertainment in Friars Square and some familiar locations.
Scroll through our gallery to enjoy the photo collection, and share your memories by commenting on our Facebook page.
5. Aylesbury in the 1980s
A photo of Hartwell Day Centre taken in June 1986, soon after it opened. It is now known as Aylesbury Opportunities Centre Photo: Bucks Herald
6. Aylesbury in the 1980s
Morris men entertaining crowds at Friars Square Shopping Centre in September 1984 Photo: Bucks Herald
7. Aylesbury in the 1980s
Advertising hoardings at Upper Hundreds taken in March 1986. This photo is taken from the corner of Britannia Street, with Station Street, swept away when the Wilkinsons store was built, off to the right Photo: Bucks Herald
8. Aylesbury in the 1980s
Work taking place outside the entrance to Hale Leys Shopping Centre in October 1989 Photo: Bucks Herald