... 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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9. 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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10. Retro Painting Competition Winners at the Brittania Building Society in Penwortham. June 1986
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11. These spring chicks are alive and pecking thanks to the tender loving care of this proud group of youngsters at a Preston school. Class three at Kingsfold Primary School, Penwortham, have spent the past few months keeping a watchful eye on the chicks as they incubated. And a competition to find a name for the first one into the world helped raise money for the school's chosen charity - Action Aid
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12. Flipping heck! To cap it all, South Ribble's Club chief, Roger Farrington, wasn't prepared for a top award when he visited the 9th Penwortham St Leonard's Spitfire Cub Pack, who were preparing for Pancake Day. Pictured are Sixers Stuart Hunter, Noel Ackerman, Andrew Smith, Steven Harry and Andrew Crompton, having a laught at Mr Farrington's expense
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