Looking back into our photographic archives to dig out news and features we covered 51 years ago. These images capture well-known faces and popular places in the Wigan borough in 1971.
The demolition of the century old Tippings railway bridge on Poolstock Lane in January 1971.The bridge carried the old Pemberton loop line. Photo: Frank Orrell
Wigan and District Brass Band ready to leave the market square for the World and National Brass Band Championships in London in October 1971.
They were the only English prizewinners in their section coming fourth. Photo: Frank Orrell