9. Preston in 1996
Six British Aerospace apprentice fitters from Lancashire are walking from Newcastle to Carlisle to raise cash for two guide dogs for local blind people. First year apprentice Karl Taylor, 16, who works at the Marsh Lane Training Centre, is setting off with his five pals on the 75-mile walk, collecting cash along the way. Pictured (from left): Karl Taylor, Daniel Parry, Daniel Clough, Graham Hardyman, Matthew Heritage and Louis Hargreaves Photo: Archive
10. Preston in 1996
Wandering amid the gloom of the Eastern hills of the Ribble Valley, a band of adventurers grip their sword-hilts in sweating palms, aware of a feeling of impending doom. These are the folk of Nothing Ventured - a fantasy role playing club which allows its 100-plus members to run amok in outrageous crypto-medieval costumes. These pictures were taken when the army of enthusiasts were at Bowley Scout Camp, near Whalley Photo: Archive
11. Preston in 1996
We are the champions! Soccer-mad youngsters from Kennington Road County Primary School, Fulwood, Preston, who triumphed in the inter-schools football league Photo: Archive
12. Preston in 1996
Meet the musical maestros! Pupils Alex Titterington, Christopher Tiley, Niall Smith and a mystery band member hit a high note during a talent show held at Queen's Drive County Primary School, Fulwood, Preston Photo: Archive