21 nostalgic pictures capture a bygone era in Morecambe

We came across these old black and white photos while looking through our archives.

By Debbie Butler

Published 30th Jun 2023, 16:00 GMT

Updated 30th Jun 2023, 16:25 GMT

They include a few famous faces and some delightful old shops and businesses that are no longer with us.

We hope you enjoy looking at them.

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Eric Morecambe at the opening of Tarnbrook Court retirement housing in Euston Road.

1. Looking back

Eric Morecambe at the opening of Tarnbrook Court retirement housing in Euston Road. Photo: Submit

W. Walls shop - makers of Morecambe rock.

2. Looking back

W. Walls shop - makers of Morecambe rock. Photo: Submit

A street party on South Avenue, Morecambe, in July 1981.

3. Looking back

A street party on South Avenue, Morecambe, in July 1981. Photo: Submit

The Crabtree fish & chip shop which was in Pedder Street, Morecambe.

4. Looking back

The Crabtree fish & chip shop which was in Pedder Street, Morecambe. Photo: Submit

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