Sitting in the heart of Ribbleton and boasting some top athletic facilities for the people of Preston, West View Leisure Centre was opened in 1987 and has gone on to be used by thousands of people since. Take a trip down memory lane to catch a glimpse of what the facility looked like during construction and on its big opening day.
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25. A strong management team is an essential part of running a successful leisure centre, and the team at West View was led by Colin Barton, with David Whittaker as his assistant, and Katie Potter in place as activities officer. Pictured: The West View squad with Colin Barton (centre right), Katie Potter and David Whittaker
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26. West View Leisure Centre, pictured here in 1986, offered something for everyone
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27. Building work on the main sports hall of West View Leisure Centre in 1986
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