Preston was no different and, despite economic hardships and recession hitting the area hard, the city retained its vibrant and lively spirit, as evidenced by this handful of historic pictures from that heady time…
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25. These fresh air enthusiasts were taking part in the annual sponsored 10-mile walk around the town for the Preston and District Hospital Welfare Society.
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26. Coronation Street's Stan Ogden never seems to have much brass so it came as a big of a bonus when Stan - alias actor Bernard Youzens - was invited to join two brass bands - Brindle Brass Band and Poulton-le-Fylde Brass Band - in a Preston Guild Hall rehearsal. He is pictured above with Barbara Richards
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27. Bobby Charlton, Preston North End's new manager, had the welcome mat rolled out for him by the Phoenix Club at the Guild Hall and, in turn, promised the people of Preston First Division football. Proceeds from the dance - largely organised by Bernard Ibison - will go towards buying match tickets for under-privileged children. Bobby Charlon is pictured with his wife Norma
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28. Preston sports clubs were hoping to have raised about £200 from their western-style barbecue, which proved a great success. Some 600 people devoured 1,000 rolls filled with fried egg, sausage and bacon, all cooked on an open fire at South Meadow Lane Sports and Social Club
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