RETRO: Wigan Christmas lights switch-on events from over the years

By Michelle Adamson

Published 10th Nov 2022, 12:30 GMT

Feeling festive? Here is a selection of photographs to get you in the mood from our archives featuring Wigan town centre Christmas illuminations switch-ons from 1980s through to 2010.

This year’s event takes place on November 26 with Pop Idol star Gareth Gates headlining.

2009 - The crowds at Wigan Christmas Lights Switch on 2009 Photo: Paul Greenwood

2010 - The big switch on lead by Anthony Costa, Wigan Christmas Lights Switch On 2010 Photo: Paul Greenwood

Snow falls on the crowd - Wigan Christmas Lights Switch On 2010 Photo: Paul Greenwood

2010 - Headline act Girl band Parade on stage Wigan Christmas Lights Switch On 2010 Photo: Paul Greenwood

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