The destination? Bamber Bridge over the decades, including scenes from the ‘70s, ‘80s, and ‘90s, from churches, scouts, and horticultural shows to football, petrol stations, and table tennis. Take a look at our gallery of the best pics from eras gone by.
These are some incredible historic pictures, so have a look and see if you recognise any familiar sights or faces...
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13. Bamber Bridge in the '70s, '80s, and '90s
The roar of the machines and thrills of the track brought thousands of moto cross fans to Cuerden Park, Bamber Bridge. An estimated 10,000 crowd watched a series of races organised by the North-Western Auto Cycle Union Photo: RETRO
14. Bamber Bridge in the '70s, '80s, and '90s
A major junior soccer tournament took place in South Ribble following last year's mini world cup in the borough. Bamber Bridge Leisure Centre, near Preston was the venue for the six-a-side junior football competition for players in categories under 11s and under 13s Photo: RETRO
15. Bamber Bridge in the '70s, '80s, and '90s
These residents of St Saviour's Close in Bamber Bridge formed an action group to stop Baxi heating from building an ultra-modern foundary on land behind their homes. Photo: RETRO
16. Bamber Bridge in the '70s, '80s, and '90s
The judging of dahlias at St Aidan's 22nd annual horticultural show in Bamber Bridge. Left to right: Mr Alan Smith, Miss Louise Threlfall, Mr Leonard Taylor, Mrs Margaret Murphy and Mr Alan Cobham. Photo: RETRO