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

By Charles Graham

Published 18th Oct 2026, 15:45 BST

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.

Attentive eyes at Wigan cattle market Photo: Gary Brunskill

Young and old at Wigan cattle market Photo: Gary Brunskill

The 10th Wigan, Hindley Boys Brigade Photo: Gary Brunskill

The 10th Wigan, Hindley Boys Brigade play their bugles Photo: Gary Brunskill

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