18 pictures from the 1960s and 1970s which show what life was like in Lytham and St Annes
These photos are glimpse into the past of Lytham and St Annes around 50 years ago.
By The Newsroom
Published 11th Jan 2022, 15:45 BST
Updated 21st Jan 2022, 14:53 BST
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They revisit some of the news stories that happened - the fire at St Annes Pier in 1974, a Royal visit to Lytham and the bread strike of 1978. The music from the 70s brought the teenagers out to discover the trend of disco dancing and a new high school was opened too. There are also pictures which will take you back to school and memories of what the area looked like back in the day.
It took a lot of manpower in January 1974 to remove the horse trough, which was a well known landmark on St Annes beach, north of the Pier . Behind stand the wooden beach chalets which have long since gone
A deserted view of St Annes promenade in November 1961, showing the Pier with its Moorish Pavilion and Floral Hall, both later destroyed by fire. In the foreground is the ampitheatre a popular venue for shows until it was given over for use as a children's paddling pool. Behind stands the Open Air Baths.
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