... to 1980s Penwortham. And, while it may seem like just yesterday for many readers, the 80s are getting on for 40 years ago at this point. Why not enjoy a trip down memory lane by checking out our best archive pictures from that beloved era.
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5. The days of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table were revived when the legend was brought to life for schoolchildren from St Paul's CE School, Faringdon Moss and St Mary Magdalen's RC Primary in Penwortham. Actors from the Camelot Theme Park at Charnock Richard visited as a thank you to the schools for taking part in a competition
6. Elizabeth Sibbering, Jennifer North, Michelle Poole and Juliet Ralph, the winners of the South Ribble Under 16 doubles tennis tournament. All four players are pupils at Penwortham Girls' High School
8. Fears that the fifth annual Penwortham Gala would be a wash-out were dispelled when crowds turned out in their thousands, despite heavy rain. This group were representing Preston Pirhana Swimming Club
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