I'm amazed it's 900 years old... 15 retro pics of one of Preston's most ancient areas

Potentially one of the oldest areas of the city, Preston’s Ribbleton Lane has seen some sights over the decades.

A torn deed that dates to around 1290 is the first reference found to Preston’s land south of Ribbleton Lane, meaning that that part of the city has a history stretching back almost 900 years.

Once famed for its corner shops, it later became a mecca for DIY enthusiasts, while these days its currently home to plenty of large warehouses.

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Can you spot any familiar sights or faces in this collection of historic archive pics? Have a look at how it’s all changed over the years...

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13. Ribbleton Lane

This part of Skeffington Road should be recognisable many Preston folk - it is the level crossing that dissects the road. This image was taken in 1969 - and the day before six runaway railway wagons crashed through the level crossing gate Photo: RETRO