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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13. Plungington Road, Preston
Just some of the shops you could find on Plungington Road, Preston. The image was taken in 1987. I remember going to the bakery in this image and sharing a blackcurrant tart or egg custard with my dad Photo: Archive
14. Plungington Road, Preston
Roadworks on Plungington Road in Preston, back in 1985. For many years Trevor Southward's TV shop was located here - you can just about make it out behind the lorry Photo: Archive
15. Plungington Road, Preston
Chinese takeaway Bamboo has long been a mainstay of Plungington Road in Preston. This image was taken in 1985. Across the road from the takeaway was the dry cleaners Photo: Archive