Back in 1961, Preston's smallest house, on Fylde Street, was demolished. It was reputed to have been built in 1869 during one day as a bet between two workmen | National World

placeholder image — Back in 1961, Preston's smallest house, on Fylde Street, was demolished. It was reputed to have been built in 1869 during one day as a bet between two workmen | National World

13 evocative scenes of Preston through the decades that are very nostalgic

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Published 17th Jan 2026, 16:00 GMT

Through this collection of old pictures we can throw an eye into a world long gone.

They are an eclectic mix of photos which show buildings, streets, people and moments in time. They are a fascinating insight into how our city once was.

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13 evocative scenes of Preston through the decades that are very nostalgic

Through this collection of old pictures we can throw an eye into a world long gone.

13. Preston memories

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