These incredible pictures rewind the years to past times in Blackpool remembering the streets, buildings, people and events.
From the first pictures of The Manchester to the Star Inn, the pedestrianisation of Blackpool town centre and a visit from Sir Winston Churchill, they are a peek into the past.
1. Retro Blackpool
The new Manchester Hotel built on the same site as the old hotel in the late 1930s | library
2. Retro Blackpool
Pedestrianisation under way at the southern end of Corporation Street looking towards Victoria Street with the Grand Theatre on the left, K shoes on the right.The Stanley Cafe in the distance on Victoria Street | library
5. Retro Blackpool
Brian London v Cassius Clay fight. Relaxing at home, Brian London sits with his wife Veronica to watch the telerecording of his fight with Cassius Clay | National World
6. Retro Blackpool
First Leisure were " demanding " money from Blackpool council for the upkeep of the winter Gardens | National World