By the 1930s Blackpool was established firmly on the map as a seaside resort with its attractions and Golden Mile appeal.
The lively promenade buzzed with holidaymaker alongside what we consider the traditions of donkey rides, shows and a flourishing Blackpool Pleasure Beach.
Despite economic challenges of the era, Blackpool still oozed a sense of joy.
These pictures round up the first two years of the decade – street scenes, the beach, old shops and pubs which are no longer there and some of the faces who a remembered from the era.
25. Blackpool - early 1930s
The Saro A17 Cutty Sark seaplane at Stanley Park Airport, Blackpool in the 1930s. The aircraft was built by Saunders-Roe ( SARO ) and was named "Progress". This amphibious aeroplane was operated out of Blackpool to the Isle of Man by British Amphibious Airlines in 1932 Photo: Gazette
26. Blackpool - early 30s
Restaurant at RHO Hills, Bank Hey Street, before the fire in the early 1930s Photo: staff
27. Blackpool - early 30s
Blackpool North Station cabin, interior, pic from 1932 Photo: library
28. Blackpool - early 30s
Ralph Lynn the popular monocled comedian of stage and screen on Blackpool Promenade in 1937. He was here for his first appearance at The Grand Theatre in 'London After Dark' and returned to the theatre 6 times in the 40s and 50s Photo: staff
30. Blackpool - early 30s
Gordon Fisher telegram messenger boy at Blackpool General Post Office is pictured on the fourth motorbike from left, 1932 Photo: Submit