Articles
A collection of historical articles, and reminiscences of Wigan
The Tale of James Beegan and his grave
Discovering the oldest Duke of Lancaster Own Yeomanry grave in Wigan and the varied and interesting life of soldier James Beegan. By Graham Taylor.
WW1 & Jireh Chapel
An article by our member, Pam Thomas, on the members of the congregation from the Jireh Chapel, Orrell, who fought in the World War One.
The Lives of the Eckersleys
A presentation on the Lives of the Eckersley family by one of members, Andy Lomax.
Presentation on Gerrard Winstanley
View the Zoom presentation on Gerrard Winstanley by Derek Winstanley to our Society on 9th Novenber. Derek shared some of his fascinating research into the life and times of radical thinker, Gerrard Winstanley, his family and the influence of Wigan.
UPDATE - Going, Going, almost gone!
Auction of work by 18th century Wigan "Cannel" sculptor, Robert Town
Remembering John Kelly
Notes and poem by Tom Walsh
Lest we forget.....
Three very interesting and poignant stories from Jim Meehan, one of our members, commemorating Remembrance Day.
Wigan Council - Historic Environment Strategy
The consultation document sets out the Council's vision. Please read and complete the short survey
Bickershaw Festival 1972 -The Grateful Dead
Videos and live recordings of the sights and sounds at the historic music event in the Wigan area, almost 50 years ago!
King Street Heritage Action Zone
Interim Planning Guidance to deliver the objectives of the HeritageAction Zone
WW1 -The Earlam Johnson Family
Fascinating and tragic account of the Earlam Johnson Family and World War 1. by Graham Taylor
A history of the Cherry Gardens pub
Presentation by Clare Kenyon at the Society's "Zoom" monthly meeting, on Monday 10th August 2020.