They are 60 years ago and take us back to a very different era. Photos of lost buildings from past eras, the people of Blackpool, its streets and attractions all make up for a wonderful collection of scenes.

19. Blackpool, 1964
We loved them yeah, yeah, yeah - the Beatles visited Blackpool several times in the '60s. Songs could barely be heard above the screams of frenzied young fans | National World

20. Blackpool, 1964
The Beatles At 'Big Night Out' ABC Theatre, Blackpool 19th July 1964 | National World

21. Blackpool, 1964
Sweet & Clarke. Ladies flocked to hosiery and underclothing store Sweet & Clarke at the junction of Birley Street and Abingdon Street | National World



24. Blackpool, 1964
Originally known as the Alhambra which opened in 1899, the Palace Theatre opened in 1904 and closed in October 1961 to make way for Lewis's department store which opened in 1964 and closed in 1993 | National World


