An era of potential and excitement, brilliant film and stunning British music, it was a standout era for many who lived through those times. Plus, the fashion is coming back into style… Take a look at a few of our best pics from Preston in 1990.
As reader Stacey SH said: “Haha what face am I pulling!? I spotted you before me!”
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13. Preston in 1990
A long awaited bypass was officially opened - amost five months ahead of schedule. Local schoolchildren and residents watched as the chairman of Lancashire County Council's highways and transport committee Coun George Slynn cut the ribbbon to open the new Kirkham and Wesham Bypass near Preston. Speeches were made by the Mayor of Fylde Coun Eileen Hall, the Mayor of Wesham Coun Linda Nulty, the Mayor of Kirkham Coun David Armer, and Coun Slynn himself Photo: RETRO
14. Preston in 1990
Easy-riders from Coupe Green Primary School, Hoghton, near Preston, passed their cycling proficiency test with flying colours, achieving a rare 100 per cent success rate. The top juniors proved that they can safely handle their bikes on a course organised by the district road safety officer Photo: RETRO
15. Preston in 1990
The recent Mark Greatbatch week-long coaching corse has been voted a huge hit. More than 20 youngsters attended the course held at Oyston Mill, Preston. The Kiwi Test star is pictured (back fourth left) with some of the youngsters and coach Keith Winder (back far right) Photo: RETRO
16. Preston in 1990
A group of primary school newspaper reporters got the star treatment when they visited Preston's Charter Theatre. For one of the backstage areas they were able to see was the star's dressing room. The eight pupils of Frenchwood County Primary School, Preston, all write for the school's twice-termly newspaper and they will now feature their visit to the theatre Photo: RETRO