THIS image from the picture archives of the Lancashire Telegraph shows the old technical college in Blackburn.

The photo was taken on August 22, 1989 and shows the buildings in all its glory.

Plans were established for Blackburn Technical School in 1887 and a subscription fund of £15,000 was raised.

The foundation stone was laid on May 9, 1888 by H.R.H. Prince of Wales (later Edward V11), the town being 'en fete' for the occasion. Building began the following year.

He performed the opening ceremony at Blackburn College’s Technical School, which become known as the Victoria building.

Some classes were held in 1891 but it was not until the end of 1894 that the construction was completed.

The lavishly decorated extension is of red and buff Ruabon pressed brick, with buff tennacotta dressing.

Truly a fine building, it was in danger of demolition but renovation had been effected.

On the extreme right of the picture is the tower of St Paul's school, built in 1858 but now demolished.

The site on Feilden Street is now part of Blackburn College.

Perhaps you were a student at the college back then. If so we’d love to hear from you.

Share your memories with lancsnews@nqnw.co.uk.