We take a look at the empty streets of Preston and compare them to now. Preston’s normally bustling two main shopping thoroughfares – Fishergate and Friargate – were like a ghost town. As life mostly returns to normal we see the city centre busy and lively once again. READ MORE: Preston’s own Coronation Street – Lovat Road. IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: Fishergate in the 80s
5. Exercising
Exercising was permitted during the lockdown and this cyclist was taking no chances - keeping her face covered with a scarf Photo: Neil Cross
6. Quiet in the city centre
A few people ventured out into the city centre to buy essentials Photo: Neil Cross
7. Public transport
Public transport continued to run during the lockdown, but there wasn't many who made it out onto the bus station Photo: Neil Cross
8. Lonely on the streets of Preston
A lone shopper makes his way through the empty streets of Preston Photo: Neil Cross