43 amazing historic pictures of Preston streets down the decades

The modern city we see before us was not always like it is now.

Take a trip back in time to see how Preston has changed over the decades...

These are some incredible historic pictures, so have a look and see if you recognise any familiar sights or faces...

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29. Old Preston

Canal near Marsh Lane, Preston 1960 View looking north towards Marsh lane showing the derelict remains of a canal barge close to the canal terminus. The south side of Marsh Lane bridge had recently been filled in and banked up almost to road level. | National World

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30. Old Preston

Police Incident, Junction of Plungington Road & Ripon Street, Preston 1960's Photo by Terry Martin, courtesy of Nicola Martin of the Preston Past and Present Facebook Group. | National World