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.
13. Beach scenes of yesteryear
Jugs of tea for the beach, oysters and - of course Blackpool rock - was waiting for the crowds on the Golden Mile. Picture credit: Ross Parry Agency Photo: Picture credit: Ross Parry Agency
14. Beach scenes of yesteryear
Crowds of holidaymakers on the beach at Blackpool in the 1950s. Picture credit: Ross Parry Agency Photo: Picture credit: Ross Parry Agency
15. Beach scenes of yesteryear
Central Pier, beach and lifeboat house in 1962. Tommy Trinder show advertised on the pier Photo: staff
16. Beach scenes of yesteryear
'Spud' and Wilf Smith with bathing huts in 1937 Photo: Submit
18. Beach scenes of yesteryear
Couple walking along Blackpool Central Beach on September 2 1958 Photo: National World