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

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Brightsparks Nursery in Penwortham present their Nativity in 2008 Photo: Becky Matthews

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New Longton All Saints CE Primary School Year 1 Nativity play 'Shine Star Shine' Photo: David Hurst

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St Teresa's in Penwortham perform Its a Baby! in 2008 Photo: Becky Matthews

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New Longton All Saints Primary School present their Nativity play in 2008 Photo: Neil Cross

