It has hosted countless events through the ages – seen markets, fun fairs and mass gatherings – and has been a meeting place for generations of ordinary folk. We’ve searched the archives to find images of the this historic market square, including when it was given a spruce up in 19??. We hope the images evoke memories for anyone who has ever crossed this majestic space, taken time to pause on one of its many benches, or took part in an event there. READ MORE: Preston’s Miller Arcade in pictures. IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: The changing face of Debenhams. MORE MEMORIES: Long lost Preston shops
1. Preston's Flag Market
In 1985 the Flag Market underwent a refurbishment and new cast iron lamps were commissioned for the project. They were made by the Coupe Foundry in Higher Walton, and all bear the maker's stamp Photo: Archive
2. Preston's Flag Market
Cars parked on Preston's Flag Market in 1980 - despite signs in the area saying that parking is prohibited Photo: Archive
3. Preston's Flag Market
Coun Harold Parker plants a tree to put the finishing touches to the revamping of the Flag Market in 1985 Photo: Archive
4. Preston's Flag Market
Fireworks explode over Preston's Flag Market in 1987 Photo: Kevin McGuinness