In the 1960s, Blackpool was a thriving seaside resort, attracting millions with the piers, illuminations, and Tower.
Holidaymakers flocked from industrial towns for funfair rides, ballroom dancing, and donkey rides on the beach. It was a golden era of British seaside culture, full of charm, tradition, and entertainment.
Blackpool Retro: 13 cherished photos of Blackpool Zoo elephants that have captured hearts through the years
1. Blackpool, 1960s
County Hotel on the corner of the promenade and Church Street. To the right is part of the glass canopy of The Palace | National World
2. Blackpool, 1960s
Miss Blackpool in the 1960s when the competition was held at South Shore Open Air Baths | National World
4. Blackpool, 1960s
TV and radio personality Simon Dee with beauty queens from around the country in the 1960s | National World
5. Blackpool, 1960s
A sight you are not likely to see on Blackpool Promenade today was not uncommon in the 1960s, when elephants were escourted, here by PC Fred Parker, to the Tower Circus at the beginning of the season. In the past, circus animals, including the elephants, camels and horses were also exercised on the beach | National World
