Preston was no different and, despite economic hardships and recession hitting the area hard, the city retained its vibrant and lively spirit, as evidenced by this handful of historic pictures from that heady time…
These are some incredible historic pictures, so have a look and see if you recognise any familiar sights or faces...
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17. Late '70s Preston
Providing a Christmas treat for the passing throngs of shoppers requires a great deal of concentration, as well as huff and puff - as this pictures shows during Tulketh High School Band's carol outing to Preston Flag Market Photo: RETRO
18. Late '70s Preston
Les Dawson and Billy Dainty get in the right spirit at the start of the celebrity match at Fairhaven Golf Club, watched by other competitors including Preston comedian Walter Horam and one of the Bachelors. The tournament was sponsored by Les and was in aid of the Artists' Benevloent Fund Photo: RETRO
19. Late '70s Preston
Broughton A won the Preston and District Cub Scout swimming gala with a total of 32 points. Broughton B were second with 26 and 6th Fulwood J were third with 21. Sixteen packs took part and Mrs Dorothy Greener, ADC, presented the winners with the Laura Berry Trophy. Some of the competitors are pictured above Photo: RETRO
20. Late '70s Preston
Children from Greenlands School, Ribbleton, delighted passersby when they went on a carol singing expedition to St George's Shopping precinct in Preston Photo: RETRO