Government restrictions during the pandemic kept the turnstiles locked but the fans were able to return for the 2021/22 season opener against Hull City.
The result didn't go the way they wanted, North End beaten 4-1 by the Tigers - the performance very poor indeed from Frankie McAvoy's men.
The attendance was 12,452, with 1,798 making the trip from Hull.
Here are a selection of photographs of PNE fans from the Championship clash.
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9. Braving the elements
It might be summer but these PNE fans had their coats on as the heavens opened at Deepdale Photo: Camerasport
10. Hat's the way to do it
These three PNE fans sport some good head gear Photo: Camerasport
11. Good to be back
PNE fans in the Alan Kelly Town End, back after 17 months away. Photo: Camerasport
12. Scarf show
This gentleman wears his PNE scarf proudly at the game against Hull City. Photo: Camerasport