The latter – the birthplace to countless Wiganers over the decades – will hold particularly special memories for many.
5. Paul Richards and Lisa Ryder, senior health promotion officers, at Whelley Hospital, preparing for World Aids Day
. Photo: Nick Fairhurst
6. Whelley Hospital
. Photo: John Leatherbarrow
7. Wigan Mayor Coun Jimmy Jones cuts the first sod to start new building work at Whelley Hospital in 1987
. Photo: Gary Brunskill
8. Whelley Hospital being demolished
Whelley Hospital being demolished Photo: John Leatherbarrow