It’s legendary for its nightlife and locals who like a pint or two could take their pick. Whether it was the pub on the corner, a new wine bar in town or one of Blackpool’s fabulous nightclubs, no excuse was ever needed for a night out. These pictures remember the pubs, the punters and the landlords.

1. Blackpool Pub Life
Blackpool fans watching the Blackpool v Yeovile play-off final match at Cahoots bar in Blackpool. L-R are Karen Turner, Sarah Coates, Cheryl Hagen and Yvonne Singer | National World

2. Blackpool Pub Life
Wheatsheaf (Talbot Road, Blackpool)party night. (Gazette Pub Challenge winners). From left, Mandy Steed, Lisa Steed, Debbie O'Rourke and Maria Gouhar | National World



5. Blackpool Pub Life
Contestants in the karaoke competition being held at The Royal pub on Marton Drive, Blackpool | National World

6. Blackpool Pub Life
Landlady of the Cedar Tavern in Cedar Square Blackpool, Caroline Colbourne | National World