And, while that heady age was 50 years ago at this point, 1971 will feel like a blink of an eye away for plenty of people with fond memories of that time. So here we take a look back at some of our best retro archive pictures of life in Preston back in 1971…
Also, be sure not to miss some of our other retro articles…
Also, be sure not to miss some of our other retro articles…
29. Life in Preston in 1971
Ald Tom Dewhurst, the Mayor of Preston; Thorn Lightin works manager Mr WG Deadman (far right); and Thorn Lighting employees congratulate the three holiday winners - Christine Bamber (left), Margaret Richardson and Mrs Pat Ashbridge. The women were picked by ballot to win the holidays to celebrate the factory's part in winning a Queen's Award to Industry Photo: RETRO
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