See who and what were making Wigan news in 1967

By Michelle Adamson

Published 2nd Sep 2026, 15:45 GMT

A music festival, Mothers’ Union event and a fashion show were among picture opportunities attended by Wigan Observer photographers in 1967.

A real trip down Memory Lane for more senior readers.

RETRO 67 - Wigan police present cycling proficency awards to youngsters in 1967

1. 1967

RETRO 67 - Wigan police present cycling proficency awards to youngsters in 1967 Photo: staff

RETRO 1967 - Wigan fashion show Haigh Hall

2. 1967

RETRO 1967 - Wigan fashion show Haigh Hall Photo: gb

RETRO 1967 Speech Day at All Saints Secondary School Wigan

3. RETRO 1967

RETRO 1967 Speech Day at All Saints Secondary School Wigan Photo: staff

The Wigan Mothers Union annual walk at Wigan parish church in 1967.

4. 1967

The Wigan Mothers Union annual walk at Wigan parish church in 1967. Photo: STAFF

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