25 amazing pictures transport you straight to 1981 and 1982 for a nostalgic trip through time

These photos rewind to 1981 and 1982 reminds us of how our resort once looked.

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19. Blackpool, 1981

The International Slipper fair launched at Norbreck Castle Hotel in Blackpool and the models stepped out in style. Everything you could possibly need for your feet was on display. Pictured - Donna Rooney, two, of Fleetwood, takes a fancy to some hedgehog slipper Photo: National World

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20. Blackpool, 1981

East Park Drive floods in March 1981 Photo: Submit

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21. Blackpool, 1981

Arriving at The Grand Theatre, Prince Charles was greeted by Mr & Mrs Geoffrey Thompson and John Broadbent, chairman of Friends of the Grand. This was the re-opening of The Grand Photo: submit

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22. Blackpool, 1981

Volunteers struggle to clear the snow from the pitch at Blackpool Football Club, Bloomfield Road in time for the match against Tranmere on Boxing Day 1981 Photo: Steve Szydlowski