RETRO: Aerial photos of Wigan in 2007

Here are some great aerial photographs in and around Wigan, taken by our photographer from a small aeroplane flying over the skies of Wigan in 2007

By Gary Brunskill and Michelle Adamson

Published 1st Feb 2023, 04:55 BST

See how many local landmarks you can spot from these unusual vantage points.

View over Billinge, Main Street.

1. 2007

View over Billinge, Main Street. Photo: staff

A view of Billinge hospital, this scene looks very different now as the hospital has been demolished and housing estates built.

2. 2007

A view of Billinge hospital, this scene looks very different now as the hospital has been demolished and housing estates built. Photo: staff

Standish with a view of High Street and the crossroads

3. 2007

Standish with a view of High Street and the crossroads Photo: staff

A view of St Wilfrid's church, Standish

4. 2007

A view of St Wilfrid's church, Standish Photo: staff