For many, the early 1970s will seem like only yesterday...
And, while it may be something of a rude awakening to remind a few of them that those days are now some 50+ years in the past, it’s never a bad time to take a trip down memory lane to experience what things used to be like back in the day.
These pictures will have you saying ‘Ah, take me back!’ in no time.
18. A happy ending and return for 30 Preston school children from Ribbleton Hall Comprehensive School, who were very nearly victims of the familiar Spanish holiday heartache story - a tale of overbooked hotels and spartan room conditions
20. Ald Tom Dewhurst, the Mayor of Preston; Thorn Lightin works manager Mr WG Deadman (far right); and Thorn Lighting employees congratulate the three holiday winners - Christine Bamber (left), Margaret Richardson and Mrs Pat Ashbridge. The women were picked by ballot to win the holidays to celebrate the factory's part in winning a Queen's Award to Industry
National World encourages reader discussion on our stories. User feedback, insights and back-and-forth exchanges add a rich layer of context to reporting. Please review our Community Guidelines before commenting.