The 1970s was a decade of considerable change for the Lancaster district as can be seen in the black and white photos here taken by the late Alister Firth.
But what were you doing in the decade that brought us Glam Rock and flares?
Perhaps you were born in the Seventies, got married or attended one of the traditional local events like the William Smith Festival.
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5. Back to the 70s
The Pye Motors showroom can be seen in this photo from the 70s. Photo: Alister Firth
6. Back to the 70s
Scotforth Road shops and the rare Edward VIII postbox. Photo: Alister Firth
7. Back to the 70s
Stephen Twist, who took this picture, was among Lancaster’s growing student population as he graduated from St Martin’s College in the Seventies and also took part in the annual Rag Week. Picture shows St Martin's Rag Week in 1973. Photo: Stephen Twist
8. Back to the 70s
A sign of things to come. Penny Street pre-pedestrianisation in the 70s. Photo: Alister Firth