A much-maligned decade, the 1970s in the UK came off the back of the ‘50s, when things like television and household appliances such as washing machines became widespread, and the ‘60s, when the Mini and The Beatles took the country by storm.
Known as a time of Edward Heath, the Austin Allegro, and daft hairstyles, the ‘70s can often be lambasted as a poor relation when compared to previous decades, but many historians say that more leniency needs to be afforded those times in retrospect, pointing out that many developments and changes were seen.
It is, however, hard to ignore the fact that the decade did nevertheless feature some difficult times politically and economically for many across the UK, Preston included. The country went from basking in the warm glow of post-war change to suffering the Winter of Discontent.
Why not take a trip back in time to get a feel for what things looked like back in those heady days with our best archive pictures of Preston in the mid-1970s.
See if you recognise any familiar faces or scenes...
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9. Lancashire horse riders saddled up and rode off into the distance to take part in a marathon relay-ride to Banbury Cross. And the Mayor of Preston, Coun Harold Parker, raised a few horse laughs when he leapt on to a vacant steed and jogged around the Flag Market. The ride, organised as part of "Sport For All Week" is the longest ever to be held in Britain
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10. Fr Thomas Sowerby and some of the children from Sacred Heart RC Church, Preston, after they had taken part in a 10-mile sponsored walk in aid of the New Parish Community Centre. They raised over £500 towards it, including Fr Sowerby's £16.90
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11. Foundary workers Joe Carter, George Eccleston and Michael Cawood roll out one of the final castings as Preston's last iron foundary - John Booths - closes its doors on Derby Street
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12. Both teams pictured above won the championships of their respective sections in the Preston and District Netball League. Magpies (pictured in dark shirts) won the Monday league title. The team included: Jean Harrison, Eileen Streatfield, Helen Chanock, Marion Eccles, Ursula Pennington, Carol Lansom and Joan Potter. Marinas (in white shirts) finished winners of the Thursday league. They are: Carol Peacock, Maureen Potter, Paula Sharples, Wendy Williams, Sue Hurley, Ann Baker and Kate Parr
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