13 lost Wigan institutions that locals remember fondly - including Poole's Pies

There are many great local institutions of which Wiganers still hold fond memories now that they are long gone.

From Poole’s Pies to Lennon’s supermarket, we take a nostalgic look at some of the lost places which still have people reminiscing about the good old days.

Take a look through our photo gallery to see 13 businesses around the borough that are, sadly, no longer still around but still fondly recalled.

Let us know your memories of these institutions on our Facebook page.

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