29 revealing retro pictures of what old school Preston looked like back in the 1960s: "I can't believe it!"

From England winning the World Cup in '66 to the tragedy of Aberfan, the 1960s was an era of historic events.

By Jack Marshall

Published 28th Mar 2024, 11:51 BST

Take a look at what life in Preston looked like back in those days...

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1. Harris Orphanage, in Preston, circa 1960 when Mrs Taylor was headteacher. Pictured are (from left) Susan Roe, Pat Barnes, Marilyn Hood and Sandra Heath. On the back row are Martin Ross and Peter Dagger. The youngstes are reciting a poem, possibly in Mr Moon's class. Picture sent in by Pat Crossthwaite (nee Barnes), of Preston

2. Goosnargh and Whittingham Festival 1960's The procession is walking from Church Lane towards the Stags Inn. Image courtesy of Janet Rigby and the Goosnargh and Whittingham Past Facebook Group. Preston Digital Archive

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4. Children's Outing, Ribble (Express) Bus Station, Preston c.1960 The terraced houses seen in the background are on North Road. Lords Walk appears at the far right. Image courtesy of Mrs. Finbar Knight.

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