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
19. Blackpool - early 30s
A Pathe film crew capturing the Dick Kerr Ladies team at a public appearance in Blackpool 1931. Photo: Lizzy Ashcroft Collection / Nati
20. Blackpool - early 30s
The Dutton Arms at the junction of the Promenade and Waterloo Road Photo: staff
21. Blackpool - early 30s
The former Raikes Smithy as a pet shop selling dog, bird and poultry food as well as being a gun shop on Church Street Blackpool. The building was situated opposite the end of Park Road and before it was burned down in 1988 it had been a the Continental Bedding shop ( previously Mickey's ) Photo: submit
24. Blackpool - early 30s
The old Starr Inn in 1932. A reader recalled that in earlier days the Inn was surrounded by the sea at high tide. The sign on the far left reads 'Est. OVER 100 years'. Another sign on the left corner of the inn reads 'Lavatories round the corner'. Photo: staff