Showtime for Preston's Eldon Street Methodist Young People in a scene from their pantomime Goody Two Shoes, which was presented in the church hallShowtime for Preston's Eldon Street Methodist Young People in a scene from their pantomime Goody Two Shoes, which was presented in the church hall
Showtime for Preston's Eldon Street Methodist Young People in a scene from their pantomime Goody Two Shoes, which was presented in the church hall

Through the years in pictures: Here's 21 candid photos showing what life was like in Preston back in 1980

By Naomi Moon
Published 24th Aug 2022, 15:45 BST
Step back in time to 1980 and see what Preston folk were getting up to.

We’ve trawled the archives to find the best pictures showing Preston folk doing all sorts of things in 1980. Do you recognise anyone? Remember the event? Let us know. READ MORE: Picture memories from 2010. IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: More photos from 2009. MORE MEMORIES: Look back at 2009

The St Thomas More High School team, winners of the Preston schools under 14s volleyball tournament for the third year. Pictured left to right: Sue Ellen Parker, Jane Kennedy, Karen Allen (captain), Suzanne Ormsby, Beverley Black, and Janet Holker

1. Preston in 1980

The St Thomas More High School team, winners of the Preston schools under 14s volleyball tournament for the third year. Pictured left to right: Sue Ellen Parker, Jane Kennedy, Karen Allen (captain), Suzanne Ormsby, Beverley Black, and Janet Holker Photo: Archive

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Men of the Royal Navy and Royal Marines gave Preston children a taste of life in the services when they visited Ribbleton Hall High School. Pictured with fourth year pupils are (from left) Marine Andy Christy, Cpl Jumper Collins, and Marine Buster Brown

2. Preston in 1980

Men of the Royal Navy and Royal Marines gave Preston children a taste of life in the services when they visited Ribbleton Hall High School. Pictured with fourth year pupils are (from left) Marine Andy Christy, Cpl Jumper Collins, and Marine Buster Brown Photo: Archive

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Disco dancing and fund raising with the Mayor of Preston, Coun Dennis Kehoe, and Eva Shirtcliffe (left) and Christine Moran. The Mayoral Charity Disco at the Bodega Wine Bar, Cannon Street, is one of a programme of events throughout the year which raise money for the Mayor's charity fund

3. Preston in 1980

Disco dancing and fund raising with the Mayor of Preston, Coun Dennis Kehoe, and Eva Shirtcliffe (left) and Christine Moran. The Mayoral Charity Disco at the Bodega Wine Bar, Cannon Street, is one of a programme of events throughout the year which raise money for the Mayor's charity fund Photo: Archive

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Children and Father Christmas enjoying Preston North End's Christmas party

4. Preston in 1980

Children and Father Christmas enjoying Preston North End's Christmas party Photo: Archive

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