With its huge swathe of sand, Golden Mile and attractions too numerous to mention – when the sun comes out, Blackpool comes into its own. The beach overflowing with sun worshippers, kids enjoying ice-creams, arcades, piers and cars bumper to bumper – they are scenes which will help you remember the sights and sounds of what a true seaside town has to offer. I don't think there's anywhere like Blackpool in the summer, the place comes alive. You might spot yourself…
7. Nostalgic Blackpool
Eight year old Kirsty Wallace tries to keep cool on Blackpool Promenade in 1999 Photo: Martin Bostock
8. Nostalgic Blackpool
The foot and mouth crisis didn't seem to affect Blackpool when this photo was taken at Easter in 2001 Photo: Robert Charles Norton Lock
9. Nostalgic Blackpool
And the place comes to life at night - crowds throng the Promenade for a firework display in 1998 Photo: Mike Foster
10. Nostalgic Blackpool
This photo shows a packed promenade towards the end of summer in 1998. It had been a dismal season but the sun had finally made an appearance. Photo: Rob Lock
12. Nostalgic Blackpool
Deckchair attendants taking a break or are they on their holidays? These guys were snapped in 1996 Photo: JPIMedia