But there will still be plenty of nostalgia for many who can just remember such an age - take a look at a few of our best retro archive pictures of Preston back in those days.
These are some incredible historic pictures, so have a look and see if you recognise any familiar sights or faces...
15. Preston Digital Archive Follow Junction of Herbert Street & Porter Street, Preston. c. 1961 The Hare & Hounds P.H. is seen on Porter Street 3/4 right. The car parked in the foreground is standing on Herbert Street. See map in comment thread for points of reference. Image courtesy of Alex Black and the Preston Past and Present Facebook Group.
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