Fascinating exploration of Wigan’s history and heritage takes place at parish church

The two-day event saw displays, exhibitions and talks celebrating the history and heritage of Wigan.

The exhibits included the town’s links to the ill-fated Titanic and the coal mining industry, while there were talks on the history of the town centre church.

There were also genuine artefacts such as one of the spades used at the ceremony at the start of Springfield Park in 1897.