It was 1950 and our town was thriving as a premier holiday resort. The stars were in town for summer seasons, holidaymakers packed the seafront, new schools were built and school children watched TV for the first time.
Lots of street scenes and people pictures included in a gallery of memories.
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13. Blackpool, 1950
The gateway to The Towers, Holmefield Avenue Cleveleys in 1950. This gateway was situated on Linden Avenue where the gateposts still stand Photo: staff
14. Blackpool, 1950
A tram trundles down Clifton Street towards Talbot Square. The fine shelter was still intact, along with the Town Hall spire which was removed in 1966 and the Clifton Hotel is seen on the right Photo: staff
15. Blackpool, 1950
The band of Hawes Side Primary School, Blackpool in 1950 Photo: submit
17. Blackpool, 1950
George Formby celebrates winning the Theatrical Challenge horse race at Squires Gate Blackpool with fellow rider Terry-Thomas in 1950 Photo: staff
