Here's a picture of the then newly launched Little Gems nursery in Springfield which was offering two new slots for children. Pictured, left to right: Declan Potter, Lucy Wilton, Mark Powerll and Daniel Gilmore in a play tent

placeholder image — Here's a picture of the then newly launched Little Gems nursery in Springfield which was offering two new slots for children. Pictured, left to right: Declan Potter, Lucy Wilton, Mark Powerll and Daniel Gilmore in a play tent

Youngsters having fun star in this Wigan picture gallery from 1996 to 2010

By Charles Graham

Published 28th Jan 2026, 04:55 GMT

Lots of happy children feature in this little album from the Wigan Today picture library as the focus is on youngsters at play.

All the photos were taken between 1996 and 2010 so the subjects will be much changed by now!

13. Ince Children's Centre cookery sessions

Youngsters at Ince Children's Centre, Pickup Street, Ince, took part in half-term cookery sessions making Hallowe'en Cakes. Pictured are (left to right): Lucy, Tawana, Megan, Kacey and Ryan Photo: Paul Greenwood

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Youngsters having fun star in this Wigan picture gallery from 1996 to 2010

Lots of happy children feature in this little album from the Wigan Today picture library as the focus is on youngsters at play.

13. Ince Children's Centre cookery sessions

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