But what were you doing in the decade that brought us Glam Rock and flares?
Perhaps you were born in the Seventies, got married or attended one of the traditional local events like the William Smith Festival.
Why not share your photographs and memories with us? Email [email protected]

1. Back to the 70s
Market Street in Lancaster before pedestrianisation in the 70s. Photo: Alister Firth

2. Back to the 70s
Construction of Greyhound Bridge under way in the Seventies. Photo: Alister Firth

3. Back to the 70s
Lancaster's historic Music Room was in a sad state of repair in the 1970s. Photo: Alister Firth

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