Wigan shop launches, often with celebrities, back in the 1990s

By Michelle Adamson

Published 8th Feb 2026, 15:45 GMT

There’s always a bit of a stir when new businesses open on the high street and sometimes the owners will bring in a VIP or two to heighten the launch’s profile.

Here are a number of Wigan picture opportunities from the 1990s. Rugby stars and mayors appear to have been ther preferred guests.

1994 - Wigan RL stars open the new Renoir Hair Studio Photo: staff

1990 - Large crowds queue for the opening of the Wigan Rugby League club theme shop Photo: staff

1994 Mayor coun Bernard Holt opens the new Help the Aged store in Ashton-in-Makerfield Photo: staff

Mick Cassidy tries out a motorbike in the 1990s Photo: staff

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