The packed promenade, cars bumper to bumper and thousands of people soaking up the sun on the beach, evoke nostalgia and show why Blackpool has always been a premier seaside resort.
Some of the buildings have changed and there are scenes which show the Illuminations above the promenade, some of which are long gone. Photos of the donkeys, a scene of North Pier and other general views of the seafront are featured.
In case you missed it: 23 photos of Blackpool and the town centre in the 1980s • In pictures: How did Blackpool used to look? • 15 picture memories from the heart of Blackpool which will take you back to the 1980s
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In case you missed it: 23 photos of Blackpool and the town centre in the 1980s • In pictures: How did Blackpool used to look? • 15 picture memories from the heart of Blackpool which will take you back to the 1980s
7. Blackpool 1980s
You can barely put a pin between people in this scene of Blackpool beach, 1988 Photo: submit
8. Blackpool 1980s
A view looking south in May 1986 - probably one of the bank holidays. Landaus, thousands of people, the Illuminations, attractions - Blackpool's peak season summed up in one picture Photo: JPIMedia
9. Blackpool 1980s
This was actually August 1988, although it looks more like autumn Photo: JPIMedia
11. Blackpool 1980s
The lost children centre in Blackpool, 1989. A vital service, especially at the height of the summer season Photo: JPIMedia
