13 pictures of Wigan people and street scenes in the 1970s

By Michelle Adamson

Published 23rd Sep 2025, 04:55 GMT

Half a century has passed since many of these wonderful pictures of Wigan people and places were taken in the 1970s.

We hope they intrigue younger readers and refresh memories for older ones.

Residents of Duke Street, Goose Green, Ellen Higgins and Frances Bradley in February 1975. Photo: Frank Orrell

Mark Williams & Sons butchers shop on Standishgate in 1975. Photo: Frank Orrell

The oldest resident in Southern Street, Matilda Gaskell, left, aged 78, and neighbour, Maude Kirk. Photo: Frank Orrell

Duke Street, Goose Green, in February 1975. Photo: Frank Orrell

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