All the images are taken looking down on the sprawling metropolis that Preston has now become. The city has undergone several periods of significant change over the years and some of this can be seen in the following pictures. It is a fascinating snapshot of how the streets of Preston once looked and you can compare it in your minds eye to what is there now. READ MORE: Broadgate in pictures from the 80s. IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: Preston’s historic Flag Market over the years. MORE MEMORIES: Preston’s covered market in the heart of the city in the 90s and 00s
17. Preston from the sky
In good conditions you can see so much of the sprawling city centre from the top of St Walburge's church spire. This is the University of Central Lancashire's halls of residence and housing, pictured in 2004 Photo: John Hughes
18. Preston from the sky
Fylde Road and Tulketh Brow in Ashton, as seen from St Walburge's church spire in 2004 Photo: John Hughes
19. Preston from the sky
This area is now unrecognisable from 2004 when the image was taken. It shows the university roundabout and the Lamb and Packet pub Photo: John Hughes