These pictures go back to the 1970s to remind us what the area was like, particularly the shopping areas as well as how the promenade looked. And the roundabout too…
13. Bispham Memories
Red Bank Road in 1989, Sids Fancy Goods, Harts Bingo and Red Bank Bargains Photo: National World
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Bispham Village in March 1986 - Victor Value, Bispham Market and the Old England pub Photo: National World
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Red Bank Road shops in 1966 - Handy's Cafe and Players Sweets an Tobacco Photo: National World
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Red Bank Road April 1993 - Bispham Kitchen and Ashurst Cafe Royal opposite. Brothwood Typewriters featured too Photo: National World
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Bispham roundabout - an intricate design which can confuse some motorists. This is when it was much simpler to navigate looking towards Red Bank Road in 1988. The flowers on the island were in full bloom Photo: National World
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Bispham promenade in 1991 Photo: National World