NO one can resist a peep into the past. And we can all go back to another time with photographs from yesteryear.

Images show us how people lived their lives — and how uncomplicated their days seemed to be.

There’s no doubt life was a drudge, with no labour saving devices for mum around the house, and dad working long hours in the factory or pit to feed, very often, many mouths.

But people took pleasure from the simple things in the life — being outdoors, a visit from the ice cream seller, putting on their Sunday best for church, or walking day, or being part of a sports team or organisation.

We’ve delved into our archives to bring you a taste of life in East Lancashire through the ages.

Some speak for themselves, others are complete with captions to tell their story.