Here, we look back as she opened the Wigan Pier complex in 1986, celebrated the 50th anniversary of the Heinz factory in May 2009 and officially opened the Leigh Sports Village Stadium in May 2009.
1. The Queen
H.M. Queen Elizabeth II officially opens Leigh Sports Village, May 2009. Photo: Paul Greenwood
2. The Queen
HRH The Queen walks onto the pitch for the official opening of the Leigh Sports Village, May 2009 Photo: PAUL GREENWOOD
3. The Queen
HM Queen Elizabeth II officially opens Leigh Sports Village, 2009. Photo: Paul Greenwood
4. The Queen
The Queen chats to the mayor of Wigan, Coun. George Lockett, after opening Wigan Pier on Friday 21st of March 1986. Photo: Frank Orrell
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