From Thatcher and the Miners’ Strike to Live Aid and Wham!, the mid-’80s was certainly an eventful era to say the least, so check out some of our best archive pictures of Preston back in those days.
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5. Preston in the mid-1980s
Even the attraction of the Ryder Cup failed to stop a huge turnout at Ingol Golf Club for a special Celebrity Tournament in aid of the local Heartbeat charity. Preston comedian Wandering Walter Horam prepares a different sort of shot with Ingol captain Richard Muirhead holding the ball. Also pictured (left to right): Harold Parker, Martin Lawrence, Frank Crompton, Bill Jackson and Mike Curtis. Photo: RETRO
6. Preston in the mid-1980s
The Light Infantry Corunna Band, based at Weeton, near Preston, paid a musical visit to Moor Nook Country Primary School in Preston. They captivated some 340 pupils with a full concert covering songs from traditional brass band to Status Quo. The children were also given a chance to join in with their own instruments, and even conduct the band Photo: RETRO
7. Preston in the mid-1980s
Children's favourite Captain Pugwash came to life when the author of the famous books visited a primary school. Writer and artist John Ryan sketched the characters from the series for youngsters at Broad Oak Primary School in Penwortham, Preston Photo: RETRO
8. Preston in the mid-1980s
The cast of Pinocchio, presented by pupils at Roebuck School in Ashton, Preston Photo: RETRO