Blackpool was enjoying its heyday with millions of people choosing it for holidays. The entertainment industry boomed and changes to Blackpool's infrastructure were afoot. These great picture of our fabulous town are a step back in time...
37 incredible retro pictures of Blackpool in the 1980s, from the Golden Mile to town centre classics

1. Blackpool 1965-1966
They did like to be beside the seaside in August 1965 as deckchairs dominated the beach and the ice cream kiosks did brisk business | National World


3. Blackpool 1965-1966
The tuck shop in Beech Avenue, Blackpool, in 1966 with owner Winnie Meddows | National World


5. Blackpool 1965-1966
Prudential House, 1966. North Promenade opposite the cenotaph | National World

6. Blackpool 1965-1966
Workmen demolish a Blackpool landmark at Devonshire Square in 1965. The old tram shelter was re-built after inland tram routes were scrapped. | National World
