As temperatures are currently at sizzling level we look back at other times when it was hot, hot, hot - in particular that long hot summer of 1976As temperatures are currently at sizzling level we look back at other times when it was hot, hot, hot - in particular that long hot summer of 1976
As temperatures are currently at sizzling level we look back at other times when it was hot, hot, hot - in particular that long hot summer of 1976

Summer of 76: Here's 13 pictures to bring back hazy memories of Preston's long hot heatwave of 1976

As the current heatwave continues we look back at the summer of 1976.
By Naomi Moon
Published 19th Jul 2022, 09:50 BST

It was one of the driest, sunniest and warmest summers in the 20th century. But at the same time Britain and Ireland suffered a severe drought. Folk will long remember those long hazy days and we hope our photos bring back some lost memories. READ MORE: Worden Hall and Park past in pictures. IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: Leyland in the 80s and 90s. MORE MEMORIES: Pictures of Leyland in the 60s and 70s

Not the usual attire found in Preston town centre, but with temperatures soaring needs must!

5. Summer of 76

Not the usual attire found in Preston town centre, but with temperatures soaring needs must! Photo: Archive

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These youngsters cool down in their paddlng pool

6. Summer of 76

These youngsters cool down in their paddlng pool Photo: Archive

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Patick Boulger impresses his mates with the big fish he has caught at the River Ribble in Preston

7. Summer of 76

Patick Boulger impresses his mates with the big fish he has caught at the River Ribble in Preston Photo: Archive

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These lads take advantage of a quick paddle in the River Ribble to cool down

8. Summer of 76

These lads take advantage of a quick paddle in the River Ribble to cool down Photo: Archive

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