From a small market town to a city, with more housing developments and people flocking to live here, Lisburn has gone from strength to strength.
However, there are many who still look back at the 1980s as the heyday of Lisburn, with a bustling high street, thriving market, and lots to do for all the family.
I took a trip down memory lane, thanks to some photographs from the Lisburn Museum, and looked back at some of the things that made Lisburn special in the 80s.
1. Bygone Lisburn: 'I stepped back in time and visited Lisburn in the 1980's - here's what I saw'
One of the main attractions for all ages on Bow Street in the 80s was definitely Woolworths. I was a regular visitor to the shop where you could pick up just about anything but the music section and, of course, the sweetie pick n mix were absolute favourites Photo: Lisburn Museum
2. Bygone Lisburn: 'I stepped back in time and visited Lisburn in the 1980's - here's what I saw'
Did you know that Bow Street Mall opened at the end of the 80s? Before it was built Crazy Prices stood in its place. How could you forget the TV advert with Jim McGrew and the yellow packets of crisps? Photo: Lisburn Museum
3. Bygone Lisburn: 'I stepped back in time and visited Lisburn in the 1980's - here's what I saw'
Without a doubt the highlight of the week in Lisburn was the market in Smithfield. The huge outdoor and indoor market attracted crowds every Tuesday. Whilst there is still a market there today it is not quite the same as it was in the glory days of the 80s Photo: Lisburn Museum
4. Bygone Lisburn: 'I stepped back in time and visited Lisburn in the 1980's - here's what I saw'
One of the highlights of the year, both in the 1980s and today in 2025, was the Mayor's Parade. The colourful spectacle drew crowds to the streets to enjoy a fun family day out Photo: Lisburn Museum