With The Stanley Arms having closed its doors last October ahead of a council licensing review, the pub even had to cancel a ‘farewell party’ last year.
Thankfully for local punters, the establishment has since reopened under new stewardship, so here we take a look back at the good times had at the beloved Preston boozer. Sign up for our free newsletters now
And, as reader Pat Edgeley says of The Stanley: “Great night out.”
Still fancy some more retro nostalgia? Be sure not to miss some of our recent popular picture galleries...

1. Revellers enjoy a drink in the Stanley Arms, Preston. Photo: Kelvin Stuttard
Kelvin Stuttard

2. The Stanley (Credit: Garry Cook)
The Stanley (Credit: Garry Cook) Photo: Garry Cook @gazcook


4. The Stanley (Credit: Garry Cook)
The Stanley (Credit: Garry Cook) Photo: Garry Cook @gazcook