It was the year that Top Gun hit movie screens (first time around) and The Communards' Don't Leave Me This Way was the biggest selling record.
This selection of 19 pictures features schools and youth groups from around north Northumberland.
5. Tweedmouth West
Tweedmouth West School celebrates its 80th birthday. May 1986. Photo: no
6. Longridge School
Longridge School Gymnastic Club display, June 1986. Photo: no
7. Alnwick Guides
Alnwick Guides organised a coffee morning in the Northumberland Hall in 1986. Photo: staff
8. Duchess's High 2
The Duchess's High School 7-a-side rugby team in September 1986. Photo: staff