A flashback of 44 years to Wigan events pictured for the Observer in '82

Sporting celebrities, a political rally, cattle market and a Boys’ Brigade parade all feature in this gallery of Wigan news events dating from 1982.

There are a few familiar local and nationally-known faces to spot in and amongst.

17. Retro 1982 Members of Comet YOuth Club stage a charity walk to Southport in May 1982

Comet Youth Club charity walkers Photo: Gary Brunskill

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18. Wigan headline makers of 1982

The cast of Geisha at Wigan's Linacre Theatre Photo: Gary Brunskill

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19. Wigan headline makers of 1982

Wigan cattle market Photo: Gary Brunskill

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20. Wigan headline makers of 1982

Spotting a bargain at Wigan cattle market Photo: Gary Brunskill

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