Church street junction of Coronation Street. The shop right of centre is Barkers and is advertising 'holiday wear' at the top of its windows. It was replaced in 1938 by Littlewoods. The white building is the Adelphi Hotel and to the right of the hotel is Taylors chemistplaceholder image
Church street junction of Coronation Street. The shop right of centre is Barkers and is advertising 'holiday wear' at the top of its windows. It was replaced in 1938 by Littlewoods. The white building is the Adelphi Hotel and to the right of the hotel is Taylors chemist

17 great photo memories of Blackpool streets in years gone by

By Claire Lark
Published 30th Aug 2023, 08:00 GMT
Updated 30th Aug 2023, 08:05 GMT

These pictures span the years from the 30s to the 70s and show how of great resort once looked.

From the market where the old BHS building now stands to a great shot of Queen Street with the Cenotaph in the background, these pictures remind us how Blackpool has changed.

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Church Street, Blackpool in 1937. This photo shows cottages being demolished to make way for the Art Deco building which housed TH Bennett garage and car showroom

13. Streets of the past

Church Street, Blackpool in 1937. This photo shows cottages being demolished to make way for the Art Deco building which housed TH Bennett garage and car showroom Photo: Submit

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The Oxford Hotel, Marton, in 1953

14. Streets of the past

The Oxford Hotel, Marton, in 1953 Photo: Submit

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Hornby Road Blackpool in the 1920s looking from Central Drive

15. Streets of the past

Hornby Road Blackpool in the 1920s looking from Central Drive Photo: Submit

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Victoria Street, Blackpool 1976. South side of the street looking towards the sea

16. Streets of the past

Victoria Street, Blackpool 1976. South side of the street looking towards the sea Photo: Submit

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North side of Victoria Street in 1976

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North side of Victoria Street in 1976 Photo: Submit

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