This was the scene of a devastating fire at Talbot Salerooms which caused the tragic death of fireman John SingletonThis was the scene of a devastating fire at Talbot Salerooms which caused the tragic death of fireman John Singleton
This was the scene of a devastating fire at Talbot Salerooms which caused the tragic death of fireman John Singleton

17 pictures to take you back to Blackpool in 1990

By Claire Lark
Published 17th Aug 2023, 12:00 BST
From town centre robberies to a devastating fire, these photos rewind 33 years in Blackpool.

The pictures also show how our town looked as well as other memorable events.

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Talbot Road close to the junction with Mather Street (centre). Layton Bingo, Kia-Ora nurseries and D&M Textiles are all in the building which was once Blackpool Laundry and stables

7. Blackpool, 1990

Talbot Road close to the junction with Mather Street (centre). Layton Bingo, Kia-Ora nurseries and D&M Textiles are all in the building which was once Blackpool Laundry and stables Photo: staff

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A flashback to the gun siege drama at the home of housebound widow Elsie Warwick. Frank Birley held Elsie Warwrick hostage after a raid on Leonard Dews Jewellers

8. Blackpool, 1990

A flashback to the gun siege drama at the home of housebound widow Elsie Warwick. Frank Birley held Elsie Warwrick hostage after a raid on Leonard Dews Jewellers Photo: staff

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Blackpool Tower maintenance in the 1990's

9. Blackpool, 1990

Blackpool Tower maintenance in the 1990's Photo: submit

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Leonard Dews in Market Street

10. Blackpool, 1990

Leonard Dews in Market Street Photo: National World

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Clive Welch won the right to display banners criticising Fairclough Homes after homes on Park Lea Estate were demolished

11. Blackpool, 1990

Clive Welch won the right to display banners criticising Fairclough Homes after homes on Park Lea Estate were demolished Photo: Submit

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Derby Baths just before demolition began in 1990

12. Blackpool, 1990

Derby Baths just before demolition began in 1990 Photo: submit

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