20 nostalgic pictures of Preston in 1975 including colour snaps that stand out

This throwback to 1975 reminds us of how our city was shaping up in an era which is now 50 years ago.

There are some wonderful and rare colour photos of buildings and places you will remember and paint a picture of Preston all those years ago.

17. Preston, 1975

An Engineering Union Demo takes place at Cross Street | National World

The opening of the new rest room at Mount Street Hospital | National World

Fans at Susie Quatro concert at Preston Guild Hall | National World

Preston in the 1970s. Jackson's newsagents shop at number 54 Wellfield Road, Preston | National World