21 evocative pictures captured in Preston that reveal life in bygone days

Dug from our archives, these fascinating pictures journey through the decades.

They take in people, places and street scenes. Many of us can’t remember these times but they are a wonderful window into bygone days.

13. Historical Preston

Derby Promenade, Miller Park, Preston | submit

Tram passes horse in Fishergate, Preston, circa 1906 | submit

A Preston Borough policeman directing traffic at the bottom end of Frargate 1956 | submit

The Grand Junction public house on Watery Lane, Ashton, before the opening of Preston Dock in June 1892 | submit