Choreographer Laura Kidd with, from left, Kingsley Chesworth, Jonathan Crompton, Sam Frisby and Chris MaCarthy, who will perform the Full Monty in aid of the Quid For A Kid Appeal at The Anchor pub in Hutton, near PrestonChoreographer Laura Kidd with, from left, Kingsley Chesworth, Jonathan Crompton, Sam Frisby and Chris MaCarthy, who will perform the Full Monty in aid of the Quid For A Kid Appeal at The Anchor pub in Hutton, near Preston
Choreographer Laura Kidd with, from left, Kingsley Chesworth, Jonathan Crompton, Sam Frisby and Chris MaCarthy, who will perform the Full Monty in aid of the Quid For A Kid Appeal at The Anchor pub in Hutton, near Preston

Picture the past: Here's 24 candid photos showing what life was like in Preston back in the year 2000

By Naomi Moon
Published 4th May 2023, 05:54 BST
Updated 4th May 2023, 05:54 BST
The year 2000 marked the start of a new millennium.

But life in Preston continued on in its usual way – with many varied events and school activities. Do you recognise anyone here? Or can you spot yourself? Let us know. READ MORE: Go back to 1999 with these pictures of Preston life. IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: Life in Preston back in 1998. MORE MEMORIES: Return to the year 1997 and see what Preston was like back then

Children at the Fulwood Leisure Centre summer playscheme in Preston

5. Preston in 2000

Children at the Fulwood Leisure Centre summer playscheme in Preston Photo: John Hughes

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Children of St. Matthews Primary School in the directors box at Preston North End's stadium. Idris Selant, the RAFFI co-ordinator, is the tour leader

6. Preston in 2000

Children of St. Matthews Primary School in the directors box at Preston North End's stadium. Idris Selant, the RAFFI co-ordinator, is the tour leader Photo: Kevin McGuinness

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All the performers from heat three of the Lancashire Evening Post Search for a Star competition at the Charter Theatre in Preston

7. Preston in 2000

All the performers from heat three of the Lancashire Evening Post Search for a Star competition at the Charter Theatre in Preston Photo: Ian Robinson

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Pupils of Cottam CP School in action at WorldWish 3000 at Preston Guild Hall

8. Preston in 2000

Pupils of Cottam CP School in action at WorldWish 3000 at Preston Guild Hall Photo: Kevin McGuinness

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