A collection of historical articles, and reminiscences of Wigan

John White Tate (1899-1988) – the forgotten architect of Wigan.

John White Tate (1899-1988) – the forgotten architect of Wigan.

Memories of Wigan architect John White Tate with images of his designs for Pendleburys and the Palace Cinema, Wallgate . Written by his great neice Deborah Lucas.

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The Yew Tree

The Yew Tree

The story of the Yew tree in Jubilee Park, Ashton in Makerfield dedicated to Pte Walter Turton of the Lancashire Fusiliers. By Graham Taylor

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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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