Between 1990 and 1993, the city experienced significant growth, adapting to new trends while maintaining its rich heritage. The economy was steadily shifting, with a mix of traditional industries and the rise of new retail and service sectors.
Fishergate Shopping Centre, which had opened in 1986, was a popular destination for locals, housing high street favourites and drawing shoppers from across Lancashire.
During this period, Preston North End remained a key focus of local pride, with fans loyally supporting their team at Deepdale Stadium. The stadium itself was beginning to undergo the modernization that would continue throughout the decade.
Culturally, Preston embraced a blend of old and new, with markets and traditional events sitting comfortably alongside emerging trends in music, fashion, and entertainment. The Harris Museum and Art Gallery remained a central point for art lovers and history buffs alike, offering exhibitions and cultural programming that reflected both local history and wider trends.
Transport links continued to improve, keeping the city well-connected to nearby urban centres, and community spirit remained strong. Now, take a trip back to the early '90s with this nostalgic collection of images from Preston during those exciting years.
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9. A crack girls team have the Lancashire netball world in their hands after winning a top district tournament. The year 11 squad from Walton-le-Dale High School, near Preston, trounced the opposition to take the South Ribble Schools Netball Championship for the fifth year running. The winning team, from left, Debra Marginson, Nicki Butterworth, Kate Priest, Zena Jewell, Emma Parkins, Lesley McColl, Shirley Saumtelly and Louise Walmsley
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10. Move over Rudolph - Santa has decided it's a lot less bother with a hover. Father Christmas arrived at Newton Bluecoat CE Primary School, near Preston, aboard a hovercraft, and thrilled youngster with rides around the grounds
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11. Youngsters from Roebuck CP School entertained sick children at the Royal Preston Hospital's with a puppet show. It was the culmination of a project linked with Preston Area Industry Education Liaison Group and involved parents, high schools and several local industries
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12. A South Ribble school's hockey team is the tops after thrashing the opposition in a seven-a-side competition. The under-13 team from Penwortham Priory High took part in the Preston and District Tournament and won the final against Garstang High School, 3-0. The victorious team is pictured above: Rachel Orton, Karen Learmonth, Adele Rawcliffe, Caroline Lightfoot, Sarah Smith; Lindsay Mekie, Shona Mekie, Kathryn Payne, Claire Lee and Karlyn Hinchcliffe
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