19 emotive Blackpool beach pictures from days gone by including the Promenade, Blackpool Tower and Piers
By Claire Lark
Published 6th Oct 2023, 10:24 BST
Updated 6th Oct 2023, 10:25 BST
These are classic British seaside resort pictures captured in Blackpool
They’re emotive, nostalgic and provide a wonderful insight into Blackpool beach in days gone by. The crowds where you can hardly put a pin between the people, couples asleep in the sunshine, families padding in the sea together and… knotted handkerchiefs.
Captured in the 1940s, this life ring frames a packed Blackpool beach. Picture credit: John Gay/Historic England/Mary Evans Photo: Photo: John Gay/Historic England/Mary Evans
A fabulous picture of an elderly couple asleep on the beach, soaking up the warmth. A real moment in time. Photo: John Gay/Historic England/Mary Evans Photo: Photo: John Gay/Historic England/Mary Evans
Children watch the entertainment on Blackpool promenade in 1949. Photo: John Gay/Historic England/Mary Evans Photo: Photo: John Gay/Historic England/Mary Evans