17 things Mancunians remember from their childhoods that you don't see anymore

From taking and Orange bus to spending the day at Belle Vue, many of our favourite childhood past times can no longer be enjoyed today.

But, that doesn't mean we can't look back over our childhood with fond memories and admire the former traditions which were once considered the 'norm' across Manchester.

We put a call out on social media and asked what was the best thing about growing up in Manchester that you don't see anymore - and we were inundated with responses.

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Here are 17 things Mancunians will remember from childhood that you don't see anymore.

The list below isn't intended to be comprehensive, we selected asked for your suggestions on social media. But, if there is something you feel we should have included, let us know in the comments section.

The iconic orange double-deckers are now a thing of distant memory in the region.

At one point in time, Manchester buses were as associated with orange as London buses were associated with red.

Manchester Evening News reader John Deakin suggested orange buses, whilst Jo Cutch said: "Orange buses, as a kid if we had been away I always knew when we were back in Manchester."

For those who don't know, a rag and bone man collects unwanted household items to sell on themselves.

Known for travelling on a horse and cart, the rag and bone man would collect anything and everything that homeowners no longer wanted.

Rose Catlin and Stephen John Hanks suggested the rag and bone man.

And Karen Glaiser commented: "Rag and bone man with his horse, Peggy."

Before the days of Iphones, game consoles and social media, the main way to socialise with your friends was playing outdoors. And whilst