Retro: Wigan news, sport and views from 1973

More than half a century has gone by since these pictures were taken but, we’ll bet that for some readers it will feel like yesterday.

See local people at work and at play, a beauty contest, presentations and sportspeople in this round-up of what was happening in Wigan in 1973.

17. Wigan carnival committee choose their carnival queen during a gala evening at Wigan Casino

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18. Wigan Model Railway members prepare for their annual exhibition

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19. The annual exodus of Wigan during the fortnight holidays, known as Wakes Weeks

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20. Wigan High School open day with a dragon created in the art classes

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