19 throwback retro pictures to take you back to old school Preston in the early 1970s

From classic cars to old school pubs, the early 1970s was a heady era indeed.

For those looking to take a trip down memory lane and indulge in a spot of nostalgia, look no further - here are our very best pictures of Preston life back in 1970 and 1971.

Can you spot any familiar sights or faces in this collection of historic archive pics?

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9. A happy ending and return for 30 Preston school children from Ribbleton Hall Comprehensive School, who were very nearly victims of the familiar Spanish holiday heartache story - a tale of overbooked hotels and spartan room conditions

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10. A happy ending and return for 30 Preston school children from Ribbleton Hall Comprehensive School, who were very nearly victims of the familiar Spanish holiday heartache story - a tale of overbooked hotels and spartan room conditions

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11. Coppull Moor Farm, Preston Road, Leyland - Riding Club - taken on June 27 1971

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12. David Gaukroger organised a highly successful Vacation Bible School "Holiday Special" at Carey Baptist Church in Preston. Pictured above are some of the youngsters taking part in a crafting session

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19 spectacular throwback retro pictures to take you back to old school Preston in the early 1970s

From classic cars to old school pubs, the early 1970s was a heady era indeed.

9. A happy ending and return for 30 Preston school children from Ribbleton Hall Comprehensive School, who were very nearly victims of the familiar Spanish holiday heartache story - a tale of overbooked hotels and spartan room conditions

10. A happy ending and return for 30 Preston school children from Ribbleton Hall Comprehensive School, who were very nearly victims of the familiar Spanish holiday heartache story - a tale of overbooked hotels and spartan room conditions

11. Coppull Moor Farm, Preston Road, Leyland - Riding Club - taken on June 27 1971

12. David Gaukroger organised a highly successful Vacation Bible School "Holiday Special" at Carey Baptist Church in Preston. Pictured above are some of the youngsters taking part in a crafting session

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