These 19 old pictures of Morecambe and Heysham truly capture a bygone era

Join us on a trip down memory lane with these nostalgic black and white photos of Morecambe and Heysham.

By Debbie Butler

Published 20th Apr 2023, 10:51 GMT

Updated 20th Apr 2023, 11:02 GMT

Barrie Marshall took the pictures and he has kindly given us permission to reproduce them.

We’ll be publishing more of Barrie’s pictures over the coming weeks so keep a look out on our website, lancasterguardian.co.uk

The Can Can stall at the old Winter Gardens Fairground in Morecambe which was run by Johnny and Florence Shields. The picture shows Florence and her daughter Rita in around 1958-60.

1. Old Morecambe & Heysham

The Can Can stall at the old Winter Gardens Fairground in Morecambe which was run by Johnny and Florence Shields. The picture shows Florence and her daughter Rita in around 1958-60. Photo: Barrie Marshall

Built during the late 1860s, Central Pier was one of two piers in Morecambe.

2. Old Morecambe & Heysham

Built during the late 1860s, Central Pier was one of two piers in Morecambe. Photo: Barrie Marshall

A lifebuoy on the promenade in Morecambe with Central Pier in the background.

3. Old Morecambe & Heysham

A lifebuoy on the promenade in Morecambe with Central Pier in the background. Photo: Barrie Marshall

Rides at the old Heysham Head amusement park.

4. Old Morecambe & Heysham

Rides at the old Heysham Head amusement park. Photo: Barrie Marshall

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