Peterborough's Park Road in the late 60/ early 70sPeterborough's Park Road in the late 60/ early 70s
Peterborough's Park Road in the late 60/ early 70s

Looking Back: Peterborough city centre in the late 1960s

From local historian Rita McKenzie’s collection – this is Park Road in Peterborough city centre, looking down towards Westgate in the late 1960s/early 70s.
By Brad Barnes
Published 25th Jan 2024, 11:23 BST

Who remembers Cracknell’s, which can be seen to the left of the main photograph?

And what about the neighbouring Pollards flower shop, Harry N Hobbs gents’ outfitters and My Fair Lady hatshop?

The buildings remain, of course, replaced by beauty salons and a restaurant.

Peterborough's Park Road in the late 60/ early 70s

1. Old Peterborough

Peterborough's Park Road in the late 60/ early 70s Photo: Rita McKenzie

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Peterborough's Park Road in the late 60/ early 70s

2. Old Peterborough

Peterborough's Park Road in the late 60/ early 70s Photo: Rita McKenzie

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Peterborough's Park Road in the late 60/ early 70s

3. Old Peterborough

Peterborough's Park Road in the late 60/ early 70s Photo: Rita McKenzie

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Peterborough's Park Road in the late 60/ early 70s

4. Old Peterborough

Peterborough's Park Road in the late 60/ early 70s Photo: Rita McKenzie

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