They evoked true seaside nostalgia and are photos taken nationally for news events happening at the time. But for us, here in Blackpool, they grasp bygone eras and remember Blackpool at the height of the season with Punch and Judy, packed beaches, celebrities and donkey rides.
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7. Beach Memories
British actress Billie Whitelaw relaxing on the seafront when she was starring 'Progress In The Park', 1961 Photo: John Pratt
9. Beach Memories
Children in Blackpool enjoying a donkey ride despite war time restrictions on coastal holidays, 1943 Photo: George W. Hales
10. Beach Memories
An incredible picture of Blackpool beach and pier in 1949. They were still post-war timesm, no wonder you can hardly put a pin between them Photo: Fox Photos
11. Beach Memories
Such an emotive picture showing a little evacuee from the East End of London playing on the sands in 1940 Photo: Fox Photos