36 scenes of Preston's historic Flag Market through the years - showing celebrations and the changing face of the beloved space

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