A collection of historical articles, and reminiscences of Wigan

The Flag

The Flag

The tragic story of Beech Hill lad, Ronald Walker, in WW2.

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The Elnup Wood Stone

The Elnup Wood Stone

A large stone was recovered from Mill Brook with the inscription "TDH 1806". What happened next?

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The Holding Boys - Evacuees

The Holding Boys - Evacuees

The story of two young lads from Beech Hiil who were evacuated to the USA in WWII. How there lives changed!

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The Times and History of Barrack Square

The Times and History of Barrack Square

An interesting glimpse into the history of Barrack Square and Yard by Ken Scally.

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Thomas Morris of King Street - Copy

Thomas Morris of King Street - Copy

As part of the wider King Street Heritage Zone project, 'The Street That Was', this article focuses primarily on Wigan businessman Thomas Morris, his daughter Ellen Ann Robinson Morris, and their connection to the Wigan Brewery in King Street during the mid-19th century. By Graham Taylor

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Lost parts of Standish Hall found in America

Lost parts of Standish Hall found in America

What happened to some of the contents of Standish Hall? Article by Jim Meehan.

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School Holidays

School Holidays

More school and holiday memories from Tom Walsh of less affluent times.

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High Riders to Rolls Royces

High Riders to Rolls Royces

The fascinating story of Timberlakes, the people who brought motoring to Wigan, by Jim Meehan

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