Now a bygone era almost 50 years ago, take a look at some of our best archive pictures of life in Preston in 1974.
9. Preston in 1974
The celluloid adventures of Kung Fu star Bruce Lee have aroused so much interest among Preston's youngsters, that Preston Judo Club's junior ranks have swollen considerably over the last 12 months. The Preston club have their home at the Star Ballroom in Fylde Road. Pictured: Preston Judo Club instructor Dave Quigley comes in for some heavy punishment from 13-year-old Jimmy Ross Photo: RETRO
10. Preston in 1974
A girl with an ear for good music, Susan Potter, is given a blast on the euphonium by Graham Child, of the band of the Royal Artillery, Woolwich. The band gave a concert at her school, St Cuthbert Mayne, Fulwood, and other venues throughout Preston Photo: RETRO
11. Preston in 1974
When Miss Marjorie Whittle attended St Andrew's Primary School in Ashton, Preston, 50 years ago, she never dreamt that she would end up as its headmistress. But that's just what she went on to do. And now, after spending almost her entire teaching career at the school, Miss Whittle is to retire. The school gave her a rousing send-off Photo: RETRO
12. Preston in 1974
John Brown, the North End goalkeeper, who presented the Preston Cub Scouts 2nd Division championship cup to Anthony Murphy, captain of the 46th Preston (Sacred Heart) team, pictured here with the boys Photo: RETRO