Picture memories of Platt Bridge over the decades from the Wigan Today archives

For our latest time-travelling and geographical dip into the Wigan Today picture archives we have a gallery of memories from Platt Bridge.

By Charles Graham

Published 4th Jun 2023, 04:55 BST

Sporting successes, a protest, church events, morris dancers and family fun all feature.

1. A Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer Royal Wedding party in Walthew Lane, Platt Bridge, in 1981

. Photo: Gary Brunskill

2. Platt Bridge Junior Rovers at their annual presentation evening in 1982

. Photo: Gary Brunskill

3. The soccer champs of St Nathaniel's Junior School, Platt Bridge, in 1981

. Photo: Gary Brunskill

4. Summer fun for Hindley youngsters at a playscheme in 1981

. Photo: Gary Brunskill