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!
17. No. 2A signalbox, Preston Railway Station c.1949 Photographed from platform 1 showing the southern approaches to the through lines on the west side of the station before the overall canopy was cut back. Preston Digital Archive
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18. Red Cross Street, Preston c.1949 Interior view of one of the stone built terraced cottages (see related image) These properties were demolished in 1958.
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19. The Seamen's Mission, Preston Docks c. 1949 The mission cabin catered to the needs of a great many dock workers and ships crews over the years and contained rudimentary washing facilities together with a tea bar. The Mission cabin was situated next to the 'Black Cabin' just inside the main gate on Watery Lane opposite the dock offices. The 'Black Cabin' was where the dock workers would be 'told off' to work various assignments throughout the dock complex.
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20. A View from St. Walburge's Steeple, Preston c. 1949 Looking down on to Pedder Street and the allotments located along the railway embankment
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