Material that could assist in the research and appreciation of the history and heritage of Wigan.

History of Wigan - Volume 2

History of Wigan - Volume 2

The History of Wigan in 2 Volumes, Printed by Wall (Wigan Observer) in 1882. Written by David Sinclair or Sinclare, he was living in Colin Street and employed as school teacher.

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The History of the Church and Manor of Wigan

The History of the Church and Manor of Wigan

George Thomas Orlando Bridgeman, 2nd son of the Earl of Bradford, Rector from 1864 until his death in 1896.

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Wigan Parish Church

Wigan Parish Church

After the highly successful Festival of History at Wigan Parish Church, organised by Mervyn Rees, the Wigan BPT thought it would be appropriate to provide some historical information on this beautiful and historic church.

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A Ramble Round the Wigan Parish Church

A Ramble Round the Wigan Parish Church

Published in 1901 and compiled by Verger - W.J, True. Excellent history of the Church.

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Wigan and the Cotton Famine

Wigan and the Cotton Famine

Home Life of Lancashire Factory Folk during the Cotton Famine. Vivid account concentrating on Wigan and in particular the area around Scholes in 1862

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Cooking for the Lancashire Operatives

Cooking for the Lancashire Operatives

A cookery book produced by an Englishman in 1863 during the height of the Lancashire Cotton Famine. Unfortunately the cotton operatives couldn't afford to purchase the book and the majority couldn't read.

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British History Online

British History Online

Histories of Wigan and surrounding areas

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Parliament

Parliament

Reference to Wigan & Wigan MP's from Paliamentary papers, etc From 1660 - 1830

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Complaint to Parliament - Election of Capt. Lindsay

Complaint to Parliament - Election of Capt. Lindsay

Parliamentary Papers concerning the undue election of Hon. James Lindsy, 2nd son of the 24th Earl of Crawford.

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Roman Wigan

Roman Wigan

Find out about Roman Wigan and the archeology discoveries.

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The Great Civil War in Lancashire

The Great Civil War in Lancashire

Comprehesive account of the Civil War in Lancashire (1642-1651) Written by Ernest Broxap MA in 1910.

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Wigan Town & Country Rambles

Wigan Town & Country Rambles

A 1914 book by John T. Hilton, evoking history and memories, walks in Wigan and surrounding countryside.

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