It was an era which saw the UK go from miners’ strikes and Maggie Thatcher to fast food, sun-soaked holidays abroad, the dawn of widespread computer use, and decidedly quirky fashion choices. And so, take a look at a few of our best archive pictures of life in Chorley back in the mid-1980s.
17. Chorley in the mid-1980s
These charity-minded ambulancemen, representing Chorley and Leyland stations, were proud to pull their weight when fund-raising, as they tugged a two-and-a-half ton ambulance 12 miles from Chorley Hospital to the Royal Preston Hospital. They were raising money for the Sally Moon Heartbeat Appeal. Photo: RETRO
18. Chorley in the mid-1980s
On your marks... Almost 300 people turned out to take part in the inaugural Fun Run organised by Lancaster Lane Primary school in Clayton-le-Woods, near Chorley. Proceeds from sponsorship and entry fees to the run will go towards games equipment at the school. Photo: RETRO
19. Chorley in the mid-1980s
And they're off... Almost 300 people turned out to take part in the inaugural Fun Run organised by Lancaster Lane Primary school in Clayton-le-Woods, near Chorley. Proceeds from sponsorship and entry fees to the run will go towards games equipment at the school. Photo: RETRO
20. Chorley in the mid-1980s
Buffalo fund-raisers needed all their brute strength when they turned out for this charity event - hauling a double-decker bus around Leyland. The stunt was arranged by members of the Chorley and District Lodge of the Antediluvian Order of Buffaloes as part of their community services programme Photo: RETRO