It was the summer when classical music, namely Nessun Dorma, became a huge hit with millions of television viewers.
It was the summer when Roger Milla starred for Cameroon and Gary Lineker spared England’s blushes in the quarter finals.
It was 30 years ago on July 4 when England and Germany came face to face in the semi-finals – and the rest is history.
But what was happening back in Hartlepool and East Durham? Take a look at our photo selection and see if it brings back great memories.
1. A film crew in town
Hartlepool was the setting for filming for the Spender TV series in 1990. Photo: Hartlepool Mail
2. Fun at Mill House
New swimming sessions started for mums-to-be at Mill House Leisure Centre. Were you one of the people pictured having fun in the water? Photo: Hartlepool Mail
3. Ready to play in 1990
Town rock duo Alter Ego John McGrahan (right) and Howard Scarborough pictured in 1990. Remember them? Photo: Hartlepool Mail
4. A special visitor to Hartlepool
The Duchess of Norfolk is greeted by hospice founder Alice Bendle on her 1990 visit to Hartlepool. Photo: hm