These are a few key moments which shaped Blackpool during the year including concerts, roadshows and proud school moments. There was also a gun siege and former deputy prime minister John Prescott had a row with a punter in a pub.
19. Blackpool in 1997
Photocall for Spirit of the Dance was held at Scruffy Murphy's pub in 1997. From left, Patricia Murray, Sharon Kiel, Denise Nolan, serving the drinks - Pat Shields, Joanne Gaskin and Victoria Higgins Photo: National World
20. Blackpool in 1997
Whitebread Bowland Inns' operations manager, Mark Wilde is seen presenting Queens Hotel licensees Elaine and John Lomas and their team of staff of staff with the Team Hospitality award, 1997 Photo: National World
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