Articles

Decription of the Archives Volunteering opportunity.

Looking to find which year the Directory was printed? Find the Ince Streets and families.

A very interesting and in-depth article by local historian Graham Taylor.

A Zoom presentation by member, Ron Hunt, to the group in Feb 2021

Some history and memories of lost buildings in Pemberton & Highfield

Article by Graham Taylor reserching Beech Hill and the Gill family

A national builder has named a new development in Standish “Brideoake Court” after a local historic figure. But who was he? Find out here.

An article by our member, Pam Thomas, on the members of the congregation from the Jireh Chapel, Orrell, who fought in the World War One.

A presentation on the Lives of the Eckersley family by one of members, Andy Lomax.

Photo of a Cricket Match played on the Mesnes in 1864, the ground later became Mesnes Park. Summary of the players with the social aspects!

Investigation of the Wigan Coalfield & Mining in Hindley

Produced in October 2020 - It's very challenging to remove some of these buildings, due to several factors.