You aren't a true Wiganer if you haven't done at least half of these things
Wigan is famous for many things – Wigan Pier, rugby and football, pies, Uncle Joe’s Mint Balls to name just a few, but how many of these Wigan-specific things have your done that cement your standing as a true Wiganer?
By Jon Peake
Published 5th May 2023, 17:13 BST
Updated 10th May 2023, 12:16 BST
If you can’t say yes to at least half of these, are you a true Wiganer? Only you can answer that.
9. Been deafened by the sound of the Trencherfield Mill whistle
Ok, so you'd have had to be pretty close to it to be knocked off your feet, but hearing the Trencherfield Mill Steam Engine's whistle should be on your "done that" list. Photo: NW
Most Wiganers, pre 2004, were likely born in Billinge Hospital, so if you're one of the lucky ones, that's a pretty decent claim to being a true Wiganer. Photo: NW