Here are some pictures taken between 1998 and 2003 for the Wigan Observer. They include images of pupils from the two local primary schools plus attendees at annual fun days and boat rallies.
25. Joe and Jackie Gilmour of Gilmour Fine Leather, Appley Bridge, were hoping to conquer the world's largest stores including Macies, Bloomingdales, and Harrods with their products
. Photo: NICK FAIRHURST
26. Wigan and Leigh Hospice takes delivery of its Christmas trees from Golden Days Garden Centre in Appley Bridge. Pictured are Margaret Smith, volunteer shop co-ordinator for the hospice with garden centre manager Alan Saunders (centre) and appeals co-ordinator Brian Halliwell
. Photo: PAUL SIMPSON
27. Derek Scott who was converting methane gas into electricity at his Appley Bridge plant
. Photo: John Leatherbarrow
28. Inn Partnership Bar Personality award winner Gail Robinson from the Wheatsheaf in Appley Bridge
. Photo: submitted
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