… to the mid-1980s in Penwortham. The ‘80s is in full swing and the ‘90s is looming on the horizon, so take a look at our best archive pictures of life in the era in Penwortham...
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21. Penwortham 1986-1990
Children's favourite Captain Pugwash came to life when the author of the famous books visited a primary school. Writer and artist John Ryan sketched the characters from the series for youngsters at Broad Oak Primary School in Penwortham, Preston Photo: RETRO
22. Penwortham 1986-1990
Toddlers James Glennoe and Laura Edwards found they needed a helping hand when they presented a giant-sized cheque for £140 to Doctor Barnardo's. Luckily Preston councillor Frank McGrath was around to ease the burden on behalf of the charity. The three-year-olds, of Marylands Private School, Penwortham, were watched by their classmates who helped raise the money through a Christmas nativity play and raffle Photo: RETRO
23. Penwortham 1986-1990
Litter bugs were ousted from Penwortham as local Guides and Brownies set about making their home a cleaner place to live. Teams of girls worked through the district armed with bin liners collecting all the rubbish they could find Photo: RETRO
24. Penwortham 1986-1990
Painting Competition Winners at the Brittania Building Society in Penwortham. June 1986 Photo: RETRO