21 expressive 1980s pictures of Blackpool shops, streets, people and buildings from another era

Step back in time with these fabulous photos which channel nostalgic thoughts to how we remember our town.

They are all town centre images with a couple of surprises thrown in which are slightly out of the central district, but you will recognise them.

The photos take us on a journey to the shops of the day, the redevelopment of buildings and streets how we once knew them.

Some have changed beyond recognition. We still have a great town centre and much has been done to improve it with more to come. But delving into the past takes us back to familiar times...

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