But for some, there were certain aspects of lockdown that might not have been all that bad.
We asked Preston folk if there's anything they might miss about it, as Freedom Day approaches on Monday 19 July.
17. Grocery deliveries
Groceries being delivered to the door, and marveling at replacement items... "We had no toilet roll, so here's some pancakes instead..."
18. Little darlings
Quality time with your kids, building dens out of the sofa and hot chocolate
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