Packed with busy shops and friendly faces, it offered a mix of variety, convenience, and a strong sense of community.
Locals remember it as the go-to place for groceries and everyday shopping, the place to stop for a chat.
The road bustled with life, and its welcoming atmosphere made it part of daily life.
These images capture the spirit of Plungington Road during its vibrant heyday. Take a look back.
25. Newton's Gas Showroom was just one of the many shops found on Plungington Road, Preston in 1997 Photo: Ian Robinson
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26. This junction of Plungington Road and Ripon Street was labelled an accident blackspot in 1993 after a series of crashes and incidents Photo: Lindsey North
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27. In 1998 Video World on Plungington Road, Preston was a popular shop - certainly in my household! Photo: Iain Lynn
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28. In the 1990s this corner spot was occupied by Done Bookmakers - a betting shop. A far cry from Greenways toy shop that used to be housed there in the 1980s Photo: Iain Lynn
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