Social clubs are unique places. Each one has their own quirks and characters.

There are around 20 still remaining in Preston and I have documented them all.

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Over 50,000 sign petition calling to close legal loophole that subjects seafarers to appalling work conditions leftfootforward.org/2024/03/over-5… via @leftfootfwd

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You’re welcome Dave. Cheers.

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The petition notices and petition signing packs (equivalent to polling cards and postal votes at an election) are now being delivered to registered electors in the Blackpool South constituency.

Signing period ➡12 March – 22 April

Full info ➡ blackpool.gov.uk/recall

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Much like my launderette series there is a certain something which attracts me to markets

From 2016-2018 I extensively documented Preston’s Indoor Market which culminated in a major exhibition The Harris

I continue to photograph the covered market and car boot held there

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Did you know that I have documented every social club in Preston?

This photo forms part of my extensive documentary featuring Preston’s traditional pubs and social clubs.

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Please visit Pubs in Preston to see more poignant photos.

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Joe Gudgeon Photography John Gillmore BBC North West DaveDaly Pubs in Preston Good shot we are lucky to know(or be!) Such characters. Slowly disappearing together with the social gathering centres (pubs) can't see them boys at at a poncy craft ale bar, cheers

I am combining my love of football and photography to try and capture the true essence of Sunday League football in my home town of Preston

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My daughters saying morning prayer in the kitchen.

Their Assemblies were conducted via Zoom during home schooling throughout the coronavirus pandemic.

For more poignant photos please visit Pandemic on the streets of Preston

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DaisyJuke Pandemic on the streets of Preston John Gillmore DaveDaly BBC North West Thanks Haze. ❤️

Sunday League in Preston.

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The door slowly creaks open then slams shut behind me. Everyone stops what they’re doing and you can hear the proverbial pin drop.

I enter with trepidation then proceed to document all the characters and intricacies of another great British institution.

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There’s a cocktail of adrenaline and apprehension coursing through my body as I’m about to enter yet another backstreet boozer / social club in my home town of Preston…