A collection of historical articles, and reminiscences of Wigan

1883 - A curious case of a collapsed mineshaft at Ince

1883 - A curious case of a collapsed mineshaft at Ince

The story of a collapsed property at the Viaduct Houses and the death of John Banks and his bizarre internment. An article by Andy Lomax

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Isaac Wilson Lawrence - Ince Brewer

Isaac Wilson Lawrence - Ince Brewer

A history of the Victorian brewer and his contribution to the lives and buildings of Ince, in both good and bad times.

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Who was William Foster?

Who was William Foster?

The story of William and his playing field.

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What's for tea Mam?

What's for tea Mam?

Tom Walsh recounts his mother's cooking when growing up in Scholes, and how it has influenced his culinary over many years.

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Plantation Gates - Memories

Plantation Gates - Memories

Recollections by Kathleen Horrobin of living in the lodges at the Plantation Gates in the 1970's.

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The Myles Standish Room in Terre Haute, Indiana, USA.

The Myles Standish Room in Terre Haute, Indiana, USA.

In Lingen Lodge, Terre Haute, Indiana, USA, is a remarkable 400-year-old oak-paneled room that originates in England. It is The Myles Standish Room .

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Calderbanks - A brief history

Calderbanks - A brief history

A potted history of the famous Wigan metal scarap business of the Calderbank family.

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I Say, " Anyone for Tennis?

I Say, " Anyone for Tennis?

A brief history of Winstanley Park Tennis Club, by Tom Walsh and Christine Charnock Jones, charting the history from 1921 to today.

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