Back in the day, The Post’s photographers were there to record life in Preston but they were taken on black and white film.
We have now used modern technology to transform those old black and white pictures by turning them into colour, and with it, bring those memories of the decade back to life in full colour.
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25. Preston in Colour
Elevated view of the docks photographed from the top of Pyke's grain elevator | National World
26. Preston in Colour
Lancaster Canal at Preston. The partially de-watered section just south of Marsh Lane bridge | National World
27. Preston in Colour
Thatched Cottages on Tithebarn Street. Lord Street Cotton Mill is seen looming in the background | National World
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