There are a few famous faces, mainly sporting ones, amid all the charity, fun and festivities.
5. The unofficial Latics photocall... starring Wigan Athletic FC players in tasteless clothes for Christmas
. Photo: PAUL SIMPSON
6. Wigan Athletic supporters club children's Christmas party in 1975
. Photo: SUBMITTED
7. Wigan Rugby stars Brian Carney as Father Christmas and Simon Haughton as the Elf entertain the children at Rainbow House, Eccleston
. Photo: KEVIN McGUINNESS
8. Father Christmas is swamped as he arrives at Oxleys store on Station Road, Wigan, in 1971
. Photo: STAFF