Picture memories of Poolstock and Poolstock Lane over the years

Since the A49 link road was built it has become a bit quieter, but Poolstock and Poolstock Lane is still a key Wigan thoroughfare.

And here are pictures from the Wigan Observer archives in which their residents, businesses, events and institutions have featured over many decades.

1. Poolstock tramline laying

. Photo: sub

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2. Fund-raising pub regulars at The Tippings Arms, Poolstock, hand over portable TVs and video recorders to staff from Wigan Infirmary.

. Photo: STAFF

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3. Poolstock Labour Club families set for their annual trip to the seaside in 1976

. Photo: STAFF

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4. Poolstock in 1970 with the cooling towers of Westwood power station in the background

. Photo: gb

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