This collection of our very best archive images depict life as it was in 1970s Chorley, from old school occupations to schools and pubs, it’s a glimpse into how life used to be some 50 years in the past.
These are some incredible historic pictures, so have a look and see if you recognise any familiar sights or faces...
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21. Many thanks to LP reader Derek France, from Morecambe, for todayâs Looking Back, showing children at St James Primary School, Brindle, Chorley, it is thought at some point between 1972 and 1974. The head teacher, Heather Bell, is pictured back right. The rector is Leo Stevens Hodge. On the front row, Derekâs daughter Jennifer France is seen holding hands with the rector and the boy, wearing a tie, is Andrew Gregson. There were only about 40 pupils at the school. Derek asks whether anyone knows when the photo was taken and why? If you know, email us on [email protected] or write to the address below.
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22. Retro Civic Procession takes place through the street of Chorley to thye Town Hall July 1973
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24. 1973: A Green Goddess fire engine pictured outside the Headland fire station during a fire brigade dispute.
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