It was a time of change. Central Railway Station was gone, the Palatine Buildings were being redeveloped and new arcades and amusement centres were springing up everywhere. They capture moments and remember part of our resort’s journey.
13. Blackpool Promenade
This photo was taken on April 29, 1980. The Police Station can be seen in the distance with Golden Nugget Bingo (centre) and snack stalls in the foreground | National World
14. Blackpool Promenade
This was 1970 and demolition works were underway which, on the back of the photo, suggested a new road could be built to link the Promenade with Central Drive. Peter Mason Swiss Watches, Gypsy Rosalee and Jackpot Amusements | National World
15. Blackpool Promenade
This was an artists impression of how the new Palatine Precinct would look - aka The Palace Nightclub as most of us remember it. The eventual look wasn't far off the mark | National World