36 incredible retro archive pics of 1970s Preston, including a visit from the Indian national cricket team

From old school clubs and pubs to the visit of the Indian national cricket team, Preston life in the 1970s was plenty eventful.

Take a look at some of our best archive retro pictures of the sights and sounds of the city back in 1973 and 1974.

These are some incredible historic pictures, so have a look and see if you recognise any familiar sights or faces...

Still fancy a bit more old school reminiscing? Be sure not to miss some of our other most popular recent retro picture collections...

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