The destination: Preston in 1965. It was the year of the state funeral of Sir Winston Churchill, of Malcolm X’s assassination, and of American troops landing in Vietnam. But what did Preston look like back in those days?
In case you missed it: 19 distinctive retro pictures of shops and shopping in Preston in bygone days
9. Preston Bus Station 1965 The Empire Theatre is seen towering over the end of the concourse. On the far left is the Empire Hotel with the spire of Preston Parish Church behind
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10. This view of Liverpool Street, Preston, was taken in 1965. These were the wholesale fruit and vegetable warehouses before being moved to Bow Lane. The indoor market was later located here. Image courtesy of The Lancashire Evening Post archives.
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11. Meadow Street, Preston. 1965 Of interest is the Post Office on the far left and the adjoining row of empty shops. St. Ignatius Church spire can be seen in the background.
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12. Loxham's Garages, Corporation Street, Preston c.1965 Site now occupied by Staples. Photo: P Reed
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