Resources

Sam Pierce recalls the acute poverty that he had witnessed in Ashton and Golborne, and the apparent futility of the sacrifices made by his father and others of that generation in the First World War, left an indelible impression on his life. The Makerfield Rambler

A record of coal mining progress 1837-1897, along with portraits of mining celebrities. Written by CM Percy, Principal of Wigan School of Mines, to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria.

A rare pewter tankard by Lawrence Anderton, Wigan pewterer, with a brief history.

A celebration pamphlet produced by the late Councillor George Davies, who also worked at Infirmary for many years.

Portrait of a Parish, St. John the Divine, Pemberton 1832-1982, by Michael A. Mason. A very interesting read with plenty of images.

A comprehensive history of St. Joseph's and catholicism in Wrightington by J.A Hilton

History of the Belle Green Mission, also adverts from local businesses, very interesting.

The life and career of the diminutive MP. "Mining Boy to War Minister".

Extract from the Wigan Examiner on the opening of Walmesley Park on Saturday, 27th June 1895. Some well-known Ince personalities attended.

A comprehensive history of the Belle Green Mission, with lots of interesting information, images and local businesses advertising in the 47 page publication

Publication to celebrate the centenary of the Patish Council. 32 pages by Maurice Allen

A list of buildings of interest that captures the history and heritage of Ince. If you would like to nominate an additional building, please use the comment box at the bottom of the page.