A famously eventful era, today we take a look back at life in Preston in 1981, so have a flick through our best archive pictures from that heady year.
I can’t get my head around some of these incredible historic pictures, so have a look and see if you recognise any familiar sights or faces...
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33. Life in Preston in 1981
Lines learnt, voices pitched, costumes made and props crafted - all that remains is for the curtain to go up on Preston St Augustine's youth club's annual panto. This year, it's the youngsters' version of Jack and the Beanstalk. Photo: RETRO
34. Life in Preston in 1981
Preston shoppers out looking for a bargain December 1981 Photo: RETRO
35. Life in Preston in 1981
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
36. Life in Preston in 1981
Roger Duckworth, of Moor Nook, Preston, is a fast draw specialist - and in just seven weeks has snatched a national record for his speedy shot. He shattered the old national record of .23 of a second, which had stood for over two years, by firing in .22 of a second Photo: RETRO