16 enthralling pictures from Wigan's social scene in the 1970s

Nights out in Wigan have changed quite a bit in the last half century as these pictures, taken by Observer photographers, demonstrate.

We raise a glass to both then and now!

9. 1971

Newtown Labour Club cleaners Jean Spencer, Maureen Roberts, Lilian Randall and Lily Hughes have a break in the Alderman Horrocks concert room in December 1971. Photo: Frank Orrell

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10. 1971

Sloopies disco on the corner of Dorning Street and King Street West in May 1971. Photo: Frank Orrell

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11. 1973

Audience reaction to comedian Bernard Manning on stage at Poolstock Cricket Club on Tuesday night 14th of August 1973. Photo: Frank Orrell

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12. 1973

Audience reaction to comedian Bernard Manning on stage at Poolstock Cricket Club on Tuesday night 14th of August 1973. Photo: Frank Orrell

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