Music festivals in the Wigan area pictured in the 1970s

We are taking readers back to the hazy days of the 1970s for this compendium of pictures taken at various music festivals in and around Wigan.

See if you recognise your younger selves or someone you know!

25. 1972

Scottish psychedelic folk band "The Incredible String Band" playing at Bickershaw Festival in 1972. Photo: Frank Orrell

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26. 1972

Music fans arriving for the Bickershaw Festival in 1972. Photo: Frank Orrell

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27. 1972

American country rock band "New Riders of the Purple Sage" at Bickershaw Festival in 1972. Photo: Frank Orrell

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28. 1972

Lead guitarist for American rock band the "Grateful Dead" Jerry Garcia, chats to fans backstage after the group's marathon session at Bickershaw Festival in 1972. Photo: Frank Orrell

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