Articles

A national builder has named a new development in Standish “Brideoake Court” after a local historic figure. But who was he? Find out here.

Photo of a Cricket Match played on the Mesnes in 1862, the ground later became Mesnes Park. Summary of the players with the social aspects!

Presentation by Jim Meehan to our Society on the 13th October 2020

Investigation of the Wigan Coalfield & Mining in Hindley

Produced in October 2020 - It's very challenging to remove some of these buildings, due to several factors.

A reprint of an interesting article by Allan Miller establishing the facts on the infamous role of George as a highway man.

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.

Discovering the oldest Duke of Lancaster Own Yeomanry grave in Wigan and the varied and interesting life of soldier James Beegan. By Graham Taylor.

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