And the one thing they have in common? They were all taken in November 2006, precisely 20 years ago.
See if you can spot anyone you know (or yourselves).
5. Picture memories from November 2006
GMB union members on a strike outside JJB Headquarters, Martland Park Photo: Gary Kelman
6. Picture memories from November 2006
Wigan Athletic goalkeeper Chris Kirkland pictured at a question and answer session at the opening of Oakfield High School in Hindley Photo: John Leatherbarrow
7. Picture memories from November 2006
Emma Ward, Brownie Guide leader of The 1st Wigan Town Queen's Hall Brownies, front left, assistant leader Hannah Wallwork and young leaders Jennifer Peet, Francesca Fairhurst and Jennifer Sage who, along with their pack, were appealing for new leaders so that 50,000 more girls from around the country can attend groups such as theirs Photo: Nick Fairhurst
8. Picture memories from November 2006
A Remploy demonstration in Wigan town centre Photo: submitted