51 evocative Preston photos from 1961 that reveal the heart and hustle of the town six decades ago

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...

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