GALLERY: Wigan's very own treasure trove of quirky businesses
When Grant Adamson was building his new business, he was convinced he could hear the footsteps of William Parks, an 18th century forge master, roaming around his shop floor.
Fortunately for him, those aren’t the only footsteps he can hear anymore. A steady stream of Wiganers now walk through his doors every day to discover a huge range of furniture, antiques and obscure gifts at Grant’s Bulldog Forge. Pub furniture, records and books, artwork, clothing and plenty more independent traders have filled the space which was once offices at the historic Clarington Forge in Darlington Street East, home of centuries-old company Bulldog Tools. There’s even a vintage tea room and a barber shop on the top floor. Full story in this week's Wigan Observer ...