Fri, 05 Sep 2025 19:17:17 +0000

15 Things £1 Could Buy You in 1970s Britain (Unbelievable Today)

If you grew up in Britain during the 1970s, you’ll remember how far a single pound could stretch. Today, £1 barely buys you a chocolate bar… but back then, it could cover a whole night out, a family dinner, or even a train trip to London.

In this video, we’re looking back at 15 things £1 could buy you in 1970s Britain — from pints at the pub and fish & chips, to vinyl records, bus rides, and even shoes from Woolworths.

This isn’t just about prices — it’s about the memories. The clink of pint glasses, the vinegar-soaked newspaper from the chippy, the sound of a ticket puncher on the bus, the smell of petrol on a Sunday drive.

👉 What’s the first thing you remember buying with £1? Tell us in the comments below!

📺 Watch more nostalgia from Dear Old Britain: https://www.youtube.com/playli....st?list=PLr6IcrKnHjm