Once reknowned for its thriving industry, Fleetwood was once a bustling port where trawlers brought home their daily catch, filling the docks with the hum of seafaring life. It’s Victorian architecture is a reminder of its heritage whilst its seafront promenade and views across Morecambe Bay are unrivalled (in my opinion, being a Fleetwood lass!). These pictures reflect the decades, some previously buried away, and are a nostalgic reminder of the town.
49. Historical Fleetwood
Children enjoying a Coronation party at Fleetwood Fire Station in 1953 | National World
50. Historical Fleetwood
J Whiteside stationers of West Street in Fleetwood which was sole agent for the Fleetwood Chronicle and agent for the Lancashire Daily Post, which carried football and sporting news. Whieside's supplied all kinds of London, Liverpool and Manchester daily, evening and weekly newspapers. Incidentally, the newsagent was also the town cryer! Picture: Bill Curtis, Images of Fleetwood | National World
51. Historical Fleetwood
The tram cross-over for trams terminating at Ash Street was originally situated outside the Scotch Bakery. Pictured is Railcoach 264 reversing - the trolley pole is on the southbound wire. Note the old motor cars, an Austin A35, a Ford Anglia 105E and on the right a Hillman Minx 1600. Photograph by D Hunt | National World
52. Fleetwood Grammar School, Poulton Road, 1977
Fleetwood Grammar School, Poulton Road. (1977). historical | National World
53. Historical Fleetwood
Fleetwood Fishing Vessel Owners' Association gave this healthy eating message | National World
54. picture provided by Shirley Stephenson shows The Mount in Fleetwood in the 1950s / HISTORICAL
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