Now a bygone era almost 50 years ago, take a look at some of our best archive pictures of life in Preston in 1974.
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1. Preston in 1974
Jane and Janet Boyd, of Morecambe, are greeted by an Easter bunny - publicity for a special Easter Revels show being presented at Preston's Charter Theatre Photo: RETRO
2. Preston in 1974
Members of the Boys' Brigade from Carey Baptist Church, Preston, justified their position as favourites to carry off the major honours at the Preston, Leyland and district battalion's annual sports at Penwortham Holme. They won the trophies for the best company and junior sections and also came first in the company section's relay race. About 150 boys, aged from eight to 17 took part Photo: RETRO
4. Preston in 1974
Midsummer Nights Dream production takes place at Charter Theatre,Preston. June 1974 Photo: RETRO