Articles

Caroline Heaven explores the life and times of James Higson and his family with this in-depth study. Additional research by Rita Fell and Jan Thomas.

A series of three articles on her life in Lamberhead "Lomra" Green, Pemberton. Hilda was born in 1911.

A short history of Speckled Holly Cottage, Standish Wood Lane, Standish. By Graham Taylor

A splendid history of St. Mar's Church, Newtown by Michael A. Mason, B.A. A.L.A. Some wonderful images and memories.

Prolific Wigan architect and engineer, responsible for the design of many iconic Wigan buildings.

The tragic story of Beech Hill lad, Ronald Walker, in WW2.

An interesting glimpse into the history of Barrack Square and Yard by Ken Scally.

A large stone was recovered from Mill Brook with the inscription "TDH 1806". What happened next?

The story of two young lads from Beech Hiil who were evacuated to the USA in WWII. How there lives changed!

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 fight to retain employment of women on the surface at collieries.