Wigan families set off for their annual fortnight by the sea in 1971Wigan families set off for their annual fortnight by the sea in 1971
Wigan families set off for their annual fortnight by the sea in 1971

Trips to the seaside for Wiganers in yesteryear

Take a walk down memory lane with these fantastic photos from our archives

Recognise yourself in any of these photos? Let us know if you do!

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