These 12 fascinating old photos document many of the changes that have occurred in the borough as far back as the 1920s.
They depict general views of the town’s streets, transport systems and landmark buildings like the Keirby Hotel and Turf Moor.
Take a look at the photo gallery below, courtesy of Lancashire County Council, which are part of Keeping East Lancashire in the Picture. Volunteers are required for this two-year project, which will bring together thousands of people of different ages and backgrounds to make the amazing collections of historic photographs in their libraries more accessible, inclusive and sustainable.
The council is calling for 75 digitisation and research volunteers across four project hubs based in libraries in Burnley, Nelson, Colne and Accrington.
To apply to be a volunteer, contact [email protected] or 01772 533039 and for more information visit https://www.lancashire.gov.uk/libraries-and-archives/archives-and-record-office/keeping-east-lancashire-in-the-picture/

9. Market Street, Burnley
Market Street, Burnley, around 1960. Credit: Lancashire County Council. Photo: Lancashire County Council

10. Queen Victoria Road, Burnley
Queen Victoria Road, Burnley, in 1928. Credit: Lancashire County Council Photo: Lancashire County Council

11. Cattle Market Bus Station, Burnley
Cattle Market Bus Station, Burnley, around 1950. Credit: Lancashire County Council Photo: Lancashire County Council

12. Turf Moor, Burnley
Turf Moor, Burnley, around 1973. Credit: Lancashire County Council. Photo: Lancashire County Council

