11 evocative pictures of Blackpool that show exactly what it was like in 1933

By Claire Lark

Digital Journalist

Published 15th Jan 2026, 16:00 GMT

At more than 90 years old, these amazing pictures focus on our town in the early 1930s.

They all date back to 1934 and reveal historic moments and a window into the past.

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1. Blackpool, 1934

A hectic Blackpool Promenade scene in 1934. | Iconic Media

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2. Blackpool, 1934

Blackpool Technical College, Palatine Road Lord Derby Lays the Foundation Stone and buries a time capsule beneath the steps leading to the main entrance, 15th September 1934 | Iconic Media

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3. Blackpool, 1934

A new postcard shwoing the teapot cafe stand on Blackpool beach in 1934 | Iconic Media

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4. Blackpool, 1934

The Blackpool entrants for the 'Tim' contest, 1934. Kathleen Ferrier seated on left | Iconic Media

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5. Blackpool, 1934

Buildings being demolished at the junction of Church Street and Caunce Street | Iconic Media

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6. Blackpool, 1934

The Employment Exchange in Tyldesley Road , Blackpool This building was previously the home of Victoria Schools , the foundation stone being laid in 1887, the employment Exchange took over the building in October 1927 | Iconic Media

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