Nowadays, we’re used to being able to clicking on anywhere on a map of the planet and seeing bird’s eye views of where we live or want to visit.
Drone pictures are everywhere, but back in the day, aerial photos were unusual – a luxury afforded only by corporations and for reconnaissance purposes.
We’ve looked back into our archive to find pictures of our part of the county from vantage points, helicopters and airplanes.
Some of the places have changed dramatically, almost unrecognisable; others are very similar to modern views.
1. Looking back and looking down on our towns and villages
Rockingham Road, Kettering 2010 Photo: Steven Tomlinson
2. Looking back and looking down on our towns and villages
Corby - the old swimming pool looking across to Wescott Way and Turner Road - aerial shots from Grosvenor House 2006 Photo: Michael Jones
3. Looking back and looking down on our towns and villages
Corby pictured from Grosvenor House, February 1991 Photo: Alison Bagley
4. Looking back and looking down on our towns and villages
Aerial view of Rothwell looking towards Rushton Photo: National World