By the1930s Blackpool was established firmly on the map as a seaside resort with its attractions and Golden Mile appeal. The lively promenade buzzed with holidaymaker alongside what we consider the traditions of donkey rides, shows and a flourishing Blackpool Pleasure Beach. Despite economic challenges of the era, Blackpool still oozed a sense of joy. These pictures round up the first two years of the decade – street scenes, the beach, old shops and pubs which are no longer there and some of the faces who a remembered from the era.
In case you missed them: 27 historical Blackpool pictures taken at the turn of the 20th Century from 1900-1905


8. Blackpool - early 30s
Old lifeboat house, Blackpool, pictured in December 1930 Photo: library


10. Blackpool - early 30s
29th June 1930: One of the floats, depicting bathing belles in a Blackpool pageant led by Britain's Cotton Queen. Miss F Lockett, selected from 18 Lancashire Cotton Queens, gained the title and was crowned by The Mayor and Mayoress of Blackpool. Photo: Douglas Miller


12. Blackpool - early 1930s
Queen Mary School, Lytham official opening in 1930. Lord Derby performed the opening ceremony Photo: staff