Born in the 1970s? Your youth came as Britain entered a transitional phase — culture, social norms and lifestyles were shifting, blending elements of older traditions with newer influences. For many, childhood involved playing outdoors, simple neighbourhood games, and a sense of community. As teens, you might have witnessed the rise of new music, evolving fashion and changing social structures. 

Schooling and youth experience changed too: for example, the school-leaving age rose, exposing many young people to more education and widening horizons — giving a different sense of opportunity and identity compared with earlier generations.