I found 25 amazing pictures in the archives to take you back to Blackpool in 1965

These pictures are straight from the Swinging Sixties in the middle of an important decade in history.

Blackpool was enjoying its heyday with millions of people choosing it for holidays. The entertainment industry boomed – including gigs with The Beatles and changes to the landscape were afoot.

13. Blackpool, 1965

Violet Carson relaxing with some knitting in the garden of her Fleetwood Road , Bispham home in 1965 Photo: staff

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14. Blackpool, 1965

Lady Betty Matthews first wife of Sir Stanley Matthews, at home shortly after he received his knighthood in 1965 Photo: staff

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15. Blackpool, 1965

Blackpool Central rail track in March 1965 Photo: staff

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16. Blackpool, 1965

Fleetwood Railway Station Photo: Submit

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17. Blackpool, 1965

Blackpool Illuminations Prom view showing tower in 1965 Photo: National World

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18. Blackpool, 1965

Out in Stanley Park promoting the 1965 Gang Show at the Jubilee Theatre Photo: submit

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