Articles

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.

What happened to some of the contents of Standish Hall? Article by Jim Meehan.

More school and holiday memories from Tom Walsh of less affluent times.

In depth research by Derek Winstanley, ex Highfield cricketer, investigating the connection with mid 19th century and early 20th century cricket in Pemberton & Highfield and the Highfield Cricket Club

The fascinating story of Timberlakes, the people who brought motoring to Wigan, by Jim Meehan

US military units stationed at Ashton and Golborne in the lead-up to the D-Day Landings of June 1944

An excellent article by Thomas McGrath investigating the mystery of where George Orwell stayed in Wigan whilst writing his book "The Road to Wigan Pier".

The life and times of a local lad Fred Jervis, awarded the Distinguished Flying Medal during WW2, by local historian Tom Walsh.

A story of Stella Sparkes from the Crofters Inn Yard and the Bluecoats School, to life in Cornwall and an unfortunate honeymoon. Social history provided by Bill Woodcock.

Recollections and memories of the bygone days of Whit Monday walking days by Tom Walsh.

Richardson Thomas Johnson (RTJ) (1847–1929) was an influential architect whose work left a significant mark on the architectural landscape of Wigan in the late 19th century.