The destination: Preston in 1983. Here are a few of our best archive pictures from life back in that heady era...
As one reader said: “God I miss the 1980s...”
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1. 1983 Preston
This group are gathered on Preston's Flag Market - but why? Let us know. Photo: RETRO
2. 1983 Preston
Marathon darters have set their sights on a new target... to help a hospital's newborn babies. Pub regulars at the New Fleece Inn, Meadow Street, Preston, are holding a 12-hour dart session. They hope to score one million and one and chalk up more than £700 for Sharoe Green Hospital maternity unit Photo: RETRO
3. 1983 Preston
Preston sea cadets are the best... and that is official. Local cadets were voted top of the form when they joined a special training course at the Royal Marine Barracks in Deal, Kent. Three town teams won the prestigious Tipner Cup in a contest to find the top groups on the course. In a separate competition, Preston representatives also proved themselves expert shots Photo: RETRO
4. 1983 Preston
Nov 27th 1983: PNE vs Watford
February 1981
Preston and Watford tussle for the ball on the edge of the box The game ended with a 2-1 win to Preston Photo: RETRO