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.

The Wigan League of Health and Beauty ladies in 1967. Photo: STAFF

Ladies Day at the Bellingham Bowling Club on Wigan Lane in 1967. Photo: STAFF

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

Retro - A group of veteran crown green bowlers line up in Wigan during the summer of 1967 Photo: Gary Brunskill

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