Many were captured using Glass Plates Photography and stored in The Gazette archives for years to come and are a precious reminder of our town's history.
7. Through the Years
North Shore Boating Pool enjoying brisk business in this view from the 1950s Photo: Historical
8. Through the Years
A view along Central Promenade towards Blackpool Tower during the Illuminations of 1949 Photo: Archive
10. Through the Years
A view of Blackpool Tower looking south from the roof of the Regent Court flats in 1963. To the left of the Tower is the spire of the Town Hall (removed in 1966) and on the right is the Metropole Hotel complex Photo: staff
12. Through the Years
Work progressing on the £250,000 Nautical College in Fleetwood which was due to be completed by April 1965 Photo: staff
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