And so what better way to take a trip down memory lane than by flicking through our collection of the best archive pictures of Preston back in 1976? And - just like reader Michele Clayton, who says: “Wow I know all those faces” - you may just seen some sights that you recognise.
These are some incredible historic pictures, so have a look and see if you recognise any familiar sights or faces...
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5. 1976 Preston
A scene from "Unto Which It Shall Please God" performed by Hutton and Howick Townswomen's Guild on the first night of Preston and District Townswomen's Guild's four-day drama festival. Left to right: Marjorie Ainsworth, Joyce Savory, Joan Pickles, Muriel Corless, Mary Jasper and Doris Thompson Photo: RETRO
6. 1976 Preston
Conker Contest takes place at Market Square, Preston September 25th 1976. Photo: Archive
7. 1976 Preston
The Mayor of Preston, Coun Harold Parker, presents the Lancashire Evening Post garden trophy to Henry Smith watched by runner-up Mrs Annie Beetham, at the Preston Flower Show, held at the Guild Hall Photo: RETRO
8. 1976 Preston
Broughton C of E School, winner of B Section North of the Preston Skittleball Rally. Left to right: Sarah Fox, Katie Morris, Amanda Richards, Donna Carroll, Susan Mills, Louise Barrow, and Gillian Birtwistle Photo: RETRO