Articles
A collection of historical articles, and reminiscences of Wigan
The Street where I lived .....
Tom Walsh recounts his memories of growing up in McCormick Street and Scholes
Tales From The Workhouse 2 - The Bizarre Tale of the Infant Funeral.
A short story from the 'Tales of the Workhouse' series. The Bizarre Story of the Workhouse Funeral. By Graham Taylor.
The History of Wigan Volunteer Drill Hall and its Resident Units 1884-1986
The history of Wigan Volunteer Drill Hall and it's Resident Units 1884-1986. By Graham Taylor.
WW1 War Graves Register
WW1 War Graves Register for Wigan & District. Graham Taylor 2025
History of William Morton & Sons - Grocers, Ince and Wigan
History of Morton's Grocers 1839-1962 by Tom Morton.
THE VICTORIAN PLAYBOY Johnnie Walmesley of the Hall of Ince
The Walmesley's of the Hall of Ince were a steady landowning family typical of the time. Unfortunately Johnnie Walmesley allowed his private life to blot the family name somewhat as his behaviour continued on until his death in 1937.
Wigan Wakes Week
Fond memories of holidays to Blackpool by Tom Walsh during the first weeks of July, when the town closed for business.
The Dean Family of Crawford Village, Upholland
The story of the long lost family papers belonging to the Dean family of Crawford Village, Upholland. By Graham Taylor.
Thomas Morris of King Street
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
The Brindle Family of St. Mary's
An account of the lives of the Brindle family and their connection to St. Mary's RC church In Standishgate, Wigan. By Graham Taylor.
Giants Hall Farmhouse
The history of Giants Hall Farmhouse in Standish and its occupants from 1675 to present. By Graham Taylor
Visiting History - Highfield St. Matthew's Church
A visit by Derek Winstanley to the church where he worshipped as a boy and recalling its association with the local mining community.