Articles

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.

A presentation on the Lives of the Eckersley family by one of members, Andy Lomax.

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.

Auction of work by 18th century Wigan "Cannel" sculptor, Robert Town

Notes and poem by Tom Walsh

Three very interesting and poignant stories from Jim Meehan, one of our members, commemorating Remembrance Day.

The consultation document sets out the Council's vision. Please read and complete the short survey

Videos and live recordings of the sights and sounds at the historic music event in the Wigan area, almost 50 years ago!

Interim Planning Guidance to deliver the objectives of the HeritageAction Zone

Fascinating and tragic account of the Earlam Johnson Family and World War 1. by Graham Taylor

Presentation by Clare Kenyon at the Society's "Zoom" monthly meeting, on Monday 10th August 2020.

Another article by member and local historian, Tom Walsh.