Having hosted countless events, from markets to mass gatherings, it has also been a long-lasting meeting place, cultural landmark, and architectural wonder over the years. Here we our best archive pictures of historic Flag Market scenes from down the decades.
9. Flag Market
The long-hated Crystal House, situated on the edge of the Flag Market, was a replacement for the Town Hall which burned down in 1947 Photo: RETRO
11. Flag Market
Workmen give the cenotaph a new look during the refurbishment works on Preston's Flag Market in 1985 Photo: RETRO
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