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

Pagefield Mill - Appraisal & Impact

Pagefield Mill - Appraisal & Impact

A Historic Building Apprasal and Impact Statement produced as part of a planning application in 2008.

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Wigan Council Handbook - 1977

Wigan Council Handbook - 1977

Official Wigan Council Handbook - Description of indistries in Wigan in 1977, companies long gone but remembered. Nostalgia.... packed with photos and adverts.

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The Industries of Wigan

The Industries of Wigan

A booklet written by Wigan's first Librarian HT Folkard along with CM Percy and Ralph Betley who were joint principals of Wigan Technical College to celebrate the Exhibition on the Whitley Hall Estate in 1889.

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Holy Trinity Church, Downall Green - The Story

Holy Trinity Church, Downall Green - The Story

A publication by Hilda Plant to celebrate the 150th annivarsary of the Church in 1987.

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