And, while it may seem scarcely believable that those days are now some 60 years in the rear-view mirror, the sights, sounds, and feel of the early 1960s will still be a familiar one to many a reader.
With that in mind, we’ve put together a retro archive picture collection of all our very vest images of Preston life - encompassing everything from workers on the docks to schools and pubs - for you to peruse.
50. Friargate, Preston 1962 East side properties opposite Lune Street, ear-marked for demolition for the new ring road. Shows from left, Harrops, Edwards and Victoria Carpets.
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51. The Fylde Tavern, Kendal Street, Preston 1962 This block was due for demolition in 1962 partly to make way for extensions to the Harris College. (UCLAN) The Fylde Tavern occupies the middle of the row. The long established antique dealers, Edward Nield, are on the right, with part of the Star Cinema on the extreme right.
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