The town’s mills and factories were central to its economy, producing textiles that were exported globally. It was the time when the Great Depression impacted employment in manufacturing.
Preston’s community remained resilient, relying on its strop working-class identity and local markets.
Despite hardship, Preston maintained it spirit, blending industrial progress with a commitment to preserving its rich heritage.
25. Preston, 1930
Preston Dock c.1930 Storing baled wood pulp on the roof of No. 3 Warehouse. Folllowing closure of the port this building survived, and was subsequently converted into apartments | National World
26. Preston, 1930
Nicol Mere CP School recorder group perform in the Queens Hall Market St Wigan | National World
27. Preston, 1930
Horrocks Main Office, Stanley Street, Preston c. 1930 Of interest is the display of muskets, swords and pistols that were said to have been used to protect local mill managers following the unsuccesful attempt to kill Samuel Horrocks in 1825. | National World
28. Preston, 1930
Aaah, the days when emptying the bins was such a simple affair! In fact, this picture, provided by our former chief photographer Roy Payne, is from the earliest days of Preston Council refuse collection services at Argyll Road in 1930 | National World