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

Paternalistic, Parsimonious Pragmatist

Paternalistic, Parsimonious Pragmatist

Dissertation by Jonathan Pratt, The Wigan Board of Guardians & Administration of the Poor Law 1880-1900

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Churches

Churches

Some interesting history of various Wigan Churches including architecture and memories.

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Bankes, of Winstanley Hall

Bankes, of Winstanley Hall

Genealogy & History of the Bankes Family

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Simon Radcliffe's photo archive of Wigan Borough

Simon Radcliffe's photo archive of Wigan Borough

Lots of interesting images by SITravels from acoss the borough

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Walker Bros & Pagefield Ironworks

Walker Bros & Pagefield Ironworks

A catalogue produced by the company (date unknown) detailing all aspects of their renowned ventilating machinery, plus a very brief history.

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Parish Registers - Wigan families (1580-1599)

Parish Registers - Wigan families (1580-1599)

Research on Wigan family names by Derek Winstanley

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History of the Parish of St. John's, Standishgate

History of the Parish of St. John's, Standishgate

The parish of St. John was founded in the 17th century (1688) by the Jesuits, Society of Jesus. The area around the church contains three listed buildings.

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Wigan - from the History of Lancashire

Wigan - from the History of Lancashire

Extensive history of Wigan and all the various districts, extracted from the history of Lancashire

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Local History Research

Local History Research

A series of three workshops by TDR Heritage designed to provide would-be researchers with the approach, guidance and tools to hopefully be successful. Well worth a look!

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Town Centre Trail

Town Centre Trail

An excellent read packed with information on the history and architecture of the buildings on the two walks around the town.

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Lancashire Past

Lancashire Past

Wigan related articles from the Lancashire History website and blog by Adrian & Richard Bowden, with wonderful history and extensive research of many buildings in Lancashire.

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History of Wigan Fire Brigade

History of Wigan Fire Brigade

A fascinating article on the history of Wigan Fire Brigade from "Fireground" the Greater Manchester Firefighting Story.

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