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!

13. 1972

Tontine's Delph Tavern landlord, John Curtis, with customers, Tony Wilkinson and Thomas Glover, in March 1972. Photo: Frank Orrell

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14. 1972

Dancing time for members at Sacred Heart Youth Club on Tuesday 17th of October 1972. Photo: Frank Orrell

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15. 1972

A darts match between John Causey, left, aged 17 and Charles Briggs, 16, at Sacred Heart Youth Club on Tuesday 17th of October 1972. Photo: Frank Orrell

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16. 1972

Members line up for a game of table tennis at Sacred Heart Youth Club on Tuesday 17th of October 1972. Photo: Frank Orrell

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