LOOKING BACK

New roundabout created in Blackburn town centre

Salford roundabout, Blackburn, January 1963
Salford roundabout, Blackburn, January 1963
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IS it just us or do you find that photos of roadworks and redevelopment are nowhere near as interesting today as they are from times gone by?

There’s something fascinating about this picture taken in January 1963 of the work taking place to create a new roundabout at Salford on the way in to Blackburn town centre. Let’s see how good your local knowledge is.

Can you identify the prominent buildings that can be seen in the picture? Email bygones@nqnw.co.uk or leave a comment

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