They are from schools across the South Ribble area and the youngsters were in full rehearsal for their annual festive shows when Post photographers dropped in to take their pictures in the 00s. No doubt they brought tears to the eyes of parents... and probably a few giggles too. READ MORE: Christmas Nativity pictures from the 90s. IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: Preston school Nativity plays from the 00s. MORE MEMORIES: The Preston Christmas lights switch-on in the 00s

1. Nativity memories
A Nativity scene from Walton-le-Dale's St Leonards Primary School show 'Stable Story' in 2008 Photo: David Hurst

2. Nativity memories
Cast members from Longridge Primary School production of 'Tinsel' Photo: Daniel Wilson

3. Nativity memories
Years 3 and 4 at St Mary and St Benedict's Primary School in Bamber Bridge, performing 'Baboushka' in 2008 Photo: Kevin McGuinness

4. Nativity memories
Longton Ladybirds Nursery School nativity from 2006 Photo: Neil Cross