There was always a strong sense of community spirit in the area in the 80s. The staff at the large assortment of shops found along the road were always welcoming, cheerful and happy for a chat. Let these images bring back memories of the shops and houses found in the Plungington Road area of the 1980s. READ MORE: Strand Road demolition of the BAE factory. IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: Preston’s nicest buildings. MORE MEMORIES: Preston’s ugliest buildings – as suggested by readers
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5. Plungington Road, Preston
Another mainstay of Plungington Road in Preston is The Chicken Shop - I remember my mum taking me here as a child. And many will remember Derik's Plaice - the fish and chip shop a few doors down Photo: Archive
6. Plungington Road, Preston
You can just about make out Toni's pizza place here on Plungington Road, Preston. This picture was taken in 1989 Photo: Archive
7. Plungington Road, Preston
It seems like there has always been a Spar shop in this row of stores on Plungington Road, Preston. The other shops have changed tenants many times over the years. This photo was taken in 1989 Photo: Roy Payne
8. Plungington, Preston
New-build houses in the Plungington area of Preston in 1985 - all part of the urban renewal programme of the early 80s Photo: Archive