Take a look at who and what was being pictured for Wigan news and sport stories in 1966

By Charles Graham

Published 16th Nov 2025, 15:45 GMT

Wigan events of the year 1966 are the focal point of this picture gallery drawn from our archives.

People taking it easy, a hugely popular TV game show coming to town, sporting fixtures and a visit from the then Prime Minister all feature.

An old Wigan fisherman and his wife team up for a catch

1. Wigan in 1966

An old Wigan fisherman and his wife team up for a catch Photo: Archive

Trophy presentation time at Wigan Girls' High School sports day at Woodhouse Stadium

2. Wigan in 1966

Trophy presentation time at Wigan Girls' High School sports day at Woodhouse Stadium Photo: Archive

Wigan beat group The 4 Shades of Blue

3. Wigan in 1966

Wigan beat group The 4 Shades of Blue Photo: Archive

Labour MP and minister in Harold Wilson's government, Anthony Wedgewood Benn, chats to a Wigan pensioner during a visit to the town

4. Wigan in 1966

Labour MP and minister in Harold Wilson's government, Anthony Wedgewood Benn, chats to a Wigan pensioner during a visit to the town Photo: STAFF

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