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.

13. Retro Blackpool
The Queen Mother on the steps of Blackpool Town Hall in 1956 | National World


15. Retro Blackpool
The ABC Theatre, Church Street Blackpool. "A sports car pushed onto the stage of the new ABC Theatregives an idea of the size of the interior of the building." | National World

16. Retro Blackpool
Hounds Hill Centre shortly before the official opening in 1980 showing the stairs leading to the upper level cafe | library


18. Retro Blackpool
The empty platforms and deserted lines at Central Station after the weekend closure, 1964 | National World


