But fear not - for those looking to reminisce, take a look at our best archive pics of 1980s life in Preston, Fulwood, Penwortham, Chorley, and Leyland here.
These are some incredible historic pictures, so have a look and see if you recognise any familiar sights or faces...
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25. On your marks... Almost 300 people turned out to take part in the inaugural Fun Run organised by Lancaster Lane Primary school in Clayton-le-Woods, near Chorley. Proceeds from sponsorship and entry fees to the run will go towards games equipment at the school.
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26. Fun and games were the order of the day for youngsters and adults alike at The Hawthorne's in Chorley as they held their fifth annual It's a Knockout contest. Children from the town's Duke Street Nursery School and the Simpson Centre at Blackburn competed against Hawthorne's kiddies in a variety of games
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27. One way and another, there were quite a lot of hot dogs in Worden Park, Leyland - including at least 220 well-groomed aristocrats hot the trail of success; several hot favourites among them; and even a hot-dog stand to keep canine and human appetites satisfied. For this was the Exemption Dog Show, organised by the Third Leyland and St Mary's Scout group and raised more than £70 for the group
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28. These smart looking chaps have gathered for the Chorley FC Sportsman Dinner on March 16, 1987. Do you recognise anyone?
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