Given the fact that anyone born in 1949 would now be approaching 77 years old, it’s safe to say that these retro archive pictures reflect a Preston which very few people will have tangible memories of. But they are fascinating!
ICYMI: 19 memorable photos of Deepdale Road, the home of Preston North End showing its stadium, pitch and supporters
1. This scene could be familar to some readers - maybe you live in one of these houses? These homes on Sawley Crescent, Ribbleton, Preston were built in 1949, when this photo was taken. Picture courtesy of Preston Digital Archive.
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4. Workmen cleaning leaves from Avenham Park paths, in Preston, in October 1949
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