With that in mind, it’s perhaps unsurprising to know that Preston has evolved plenty over the 68 years since 1956, but it’s nevertheless incredible to be offered the chance to catch a glimpse of what life back in those days actually looked like.
Here are a few of our best archive pictures from that heady era.
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1. These terraced cottages in Great Shaw Street, Preston, were photographed on April 19, 1956. These properties were built on to the end of the Foresters Hall which can be seen at the far right of the image. Picture courtesy of Preston Digital Archive.
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3. Fishergate Hill, Preston c.1956 Taken from the east side of Penwortham Bridge. The Regatta Inn once stood on the ground occupied by the landscaped roundabout.
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4. Nile Street, Preston c.1956 Nile Street was situated just off the north side of Church Street, almost opposite Manchester Road. The decorative element above the doorway seen on the left was a very common feature in the town. The type became known as 'Preston ears' Picture courtesy of Preston Digital Archive
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