Articles

History of James Higson - celebrated occupant of the lodges at the Plantation Gates.

Do you remember the 1960’s and 1950’s? Take a nostalgic journey back to life in Wigan during this period. We hope you enjoy and remember the memories.

Research undertaken by the Building Preservation Trust volnteers on an illuminated book presented to Sam Woods M.P for Ince in 1892 by the Wigan Typographical Association. Who was Sam Woods?

A presentation and history of Wigan Cricket Club from the Wigan Rugby Heritage Society on the recognition of the W.C.C. as the founding fathers of Rugby in the Borough of Wigan

A collection of important historical documents, books and pictures, relating to Wigan and Standish. Displayed here thanks to Anne Hurst

A must read for anyone interested in Northern Soul and Wigan Casino, and now many years later it has become part of the iconic culture of Wigan, although it wasn't always the case! Thanks to Keith Gildart.

Article on the presentation to the descendants of Sam Woods of an illuminated address. Sam Woods was the M.P. for Ince 1892-1895.

An article on the Wigan born, Gerrard Winstanley, the foremost radical of the English revolution in the mid 17th century

Portrait of a Parish, St. John the Divine, Pemberton 1832-1982, by Michael A. Mason. A very interesting read with plenty of images.

A short history of Standish Methodism from the first visit of John Wesley in 1764, by Jim Meehan.

History of the Chapels, Ince Burial Board and the work of renowned Victorian architect, Alfred Waterhouse.

Childhood memories and recollections of Jean Farrimond visiting her grandparents at Tucson House in the 1930's., a marvellous example of social history.