33 fantastic images from the archives which round up life in Preston in the year of 1974

By Claire Lark

Digital Journalist

Published 27th Jun 2025, 11:01 GMT

Take a step back in time to 1974.

Now a bygone era almost 50 years ago, take a look at some of our best archive pictures of life in Preston in 1974.

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25. Preston in 1974

The Junior Chamber of Commerence Prsident in Preston June 1974 Photo: RETRO

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26. Preston in 1974

A couple of Gentlemen look on after Vandalism at Fishwick Hall Golf Club,Preston Feb 1974 Photo: RETRO

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27. Preston in 1974

Preston North End V Walsall August 31st 1974 Photo: Staff

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28. Preston in 1974

The arrival of the New Diesel Train at Preston Station September 1974 Photo: RETRO

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