22 fascinating pictures of Preston in 1928 that will explain how our city looked so many years ago

By Claire Lark

Digital Journalist

Published 19th Jan 2026, 16:00 GMT

A fascinating look at Preston during the roaring Twenties

These pictures focus on 1928, the people, places and buildings of the day.

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9. Preston, 1928

The Central Club Meeting Rooms & YWCA, Fishergate, Preston 1928 Former meeting place of the Preston Scientific Society. These buildings were demolished c.1928 to make way for Marks and Spencers which still occupy this space on the north side of Fishergate. | Iconic Media

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10. Preston, 1928

St. Walburge's Church, Preston. Boys Club 1928 | Iconic Media

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11. Preston, 1928

St. Walburge's Church, Preston. Girls Club 1928 | Iconic Media

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12. Preston, 1928

The Odeon Cinema, Preston 1965 Seen following the removal of the balcony that had been in place since opening as the New Victoria Cinema in 1928 | Iconic Media

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