13 brilliant archive photos of Burnley buildings through the decades

Take a trip through time with these 13 retro photos showcasing some of Burnley’s most iconic buildings.

They’re part of Keeping East Lancashire in the Picture — a two-year volunteer-led project by Lancashire Archives, aimed at preserving and sharing historic photographs from libraries in Burnley, Colne, Nelson and Accrington.

The initiative brings together people of all ages and backgrounds to digitise and celebrate these visual records of local heritage, with support from the National Lottery Heritage Fund and the Friends of Lancashire Archives.