It runs from the promenade and cuts right through to Whitegate Drive. In the very early days (we’re talking 1700s!) it was called Lane Ends and even then, it was the main route for visitors to Blackpool and naturally became the centre of town as it expanded outwards from the seafront.
These photos take in the 1990s back through the decades and show all the well known memorable shops, cafes, bars and cinemas – as well as its pedestrianisation 30 odd years ago.
7. Church Street Memories
The team at Beaverbrooks jewellers on Church Street in 1998. Pictued are Paula Stennett, Leanne Sapey, Manager Malcolm Shaw, Gwen Wilkie and Vicky Dowsing. Photo: Rob Lock
10. Church Street Memories
Right back to the 1930s with this one.... good old Marks and Spencers Photo: Submit
11. Church Street Memories
Church Street in the throes of pedestrianisation, 1998 Photo: Mike Foster
12. Church Street Memories
Warehouse Bistro on Back Church Street in 1998 Photo: Dawn Castle