Audiophiles hifi appreciation thread old and new

I've two cassettes that, purely for nostalgia, I'd like to play through my stereo. I appreciate there's no sensible value-for-money approach for this - but:

1. Do I just get a vintage separate tape deck? (If so, any recommendations?)
   
2. Is there a modern, reasonable priced alternative?
   
3. Would a Walkman and 3.5mm to phono make sense?
   
4. Should I just forget the 80s and move on with my life?
   
   

Budget no more than £50 (closer to £25 ideally).