It was quite the time to be alive, and so why not take a trip down memory lane by exploring our picture collection of archive images from Preston in 1985 and 1986. They’ll have you saying ‘I loved those days’ in no time.
These are some incredible historic pictures, so have a look and see if you recognise any familiar sights or faces...
Still fancy a bot more nostalgia or a few other trips down memory lane? Be sure not to miss some of our other recent retro picture collections...
9. The patter of three score tiny feet echoed around Hoghton, near Preston, as the village's pre-school youngsters set off on a sponsored toddle. The effort by the Gregson Lane mother and toddler group is likely to bring in up to £150. Around 30 youngsters, some pictured above, walked around the Gregson Lane cricket pitch three times. The cash will be used to buy equipment for the group, with some possibly going to the community centre
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10. Miss Jennie Lee of the South Preston appeals branch of the Guide Dogs for the Blind, receives a cheque from Anita Noblett and the children of Moorfield school, Preston
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11. The pulsating beat of the calypso helped to put Preston in party mood during the late Spring Bank Holiday. And these girls gathered in colourful costume to parade in the 11th West Indian-style carnival at Ribbleton and Deepdale
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12. Twins Carla (left) and Kirstie Ellithorn (right) eating candy floss with their sister Cheryl (centre) at Preston's Spring Fair on the Flag Market
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