Holiday makers swarm round Lytham's paddling pool in the heat of 1954 proving that the resort has a long tradition of seasonal visitors

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In pictures: A nostalgic stroll through Lytham

By Claire Lark

Published 29th Jan 2021, 15:45 BST

With its swathe of sand meeting the River Ribble estuary at the far south end of the Fylde Coast, Lytham’s prominence is captured in these old photos.

Mainly showing street scenes from the past century, Lytham’s grandeur can been seen with its large, imposing properties which have brought affluence to its community.

Times have changed but Lytham still has a pretty and leafy town centre, pavement cafes and bars and its iconic windmill on the green.

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This unusual view of Seafield Road has changed little since this photograph was taken from the tower of St Cuthbert's Church in 1961

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Picture of a Lytham gas tram at The Heritage Centre in Lytham

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In pictures: A nostalgic stroll through Lytham

With its swathe of sand meeting the River Ribble estuary at the far south end of the Fylde Coast, Lytham’s prominence is captured in these old photos.

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