This picture collection takes fans back to earlier times and the amateur game in Wigan over several decades.
10. 1987
Retro 1987 Wigan and district ladies darts and dominoes presentation evening 1987 Photo: Gary Brunskill
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Amateur darts in Wigan over the years: picture special
By Michelle Adamson
Published 31st Jan 2025, 04:55 GMT
Darts has been a popular pub game for generations and took off in the 1970s with professional competitions. But the last few years have seen it reach a new level entirely with huge arenas round the world packed out weekly to see stars like Michael van Gerwen and teen sensation Luke Littler.