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Family History for Beginners
Family History for Beginners
In this 6 week course, you will learn how to research your family history and trace your ancestors using websites and other genealogy resources. The course is for beginners or students with some previous experience. You will learn about the process of tracing your family history, the various sources of information and how to access...
Family History for Beginners
Family History for Beginners
In this 6 week course, you will learn how to research your family history and trace your ancestors using websites and other genealogy resources. The course is for beginners or students with some previous experience and who need time each week to dedicate to research and recording family history. This event is free to all...
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Wigan Canal History Walk
Wigan Canal History Walk
Join us for a free guided walk along the beautiful Wigan Flight! Starting at Wigan Dry Dock, with free parking available at Trencherfield Mill (by the big industrial fan), we’ll walk up to Top Lock led by two knowledgeable lock keepers, and then return to our starting point. It’ll be a leisurely walk of 4...
We Will Remember Them
We Will Remember Them
Our thoughts are drawn to the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice so Wigan Rotary Club are to remember them in a more public way. If you want to remember someone come to the Grand Arcade on the weekend 2nd and 3rd November and write their story on an A4 sized poppy which...
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Famous People of Chorley Talk
Famous People of Chorley Talk
Local historian Ian Bagshaw delivers a talk about famous people from Chorley who you might not have heard of! Free entry.
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Love Letters from Blackpool
Love Letters from Blackpool
Ruth E. Cockburn gathers stories from Blackpool and Wyre with a comedic storytelling musical show. Tickets £8 from the library or on 0300 1236703.
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Transport History Talk
Transport History Talk
Local historian John Quirk presents a talk about the history of local transport. Free, booking required on 01704 874177.
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Coal Mining History Talk
Coal Mining History Talk
A concise history of coal mining from the formation of coal 300 million years ago to the recent end of deep mining, presented by Alan Davies. Tickets £3 on 01942 828128.
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Lancashire Night
Lancashire Night
Mark Dowding and Sid Calderbank present Tacklers’ Tales, with music, a quiz and hotpot supper. Bring your own drinks. Tickets £10 on 0300 123 6703 or from the library.
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Blackburn Cathedral Frost Fair 2019
Blackburn Cathedral Frost Fair 2019
A free to enter 2 day spectacular featuring the finest selection of talented artisans from across the North West - discover handmade luxury confectionery, sweet & savoury treats, original art, homeware, unique children's gifts, fashion & much more - feel indulgent, relax & take in a warming traditional Mulled Wine whilst browsing & choosing that...
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Tree Open Day
Tree Open Day
Discover specimen and special trees in the grounds of Bank Hall for National Tree Week, with tree walk tours and heritage tours. Adults £2, children free.
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History of Industry in West Lancashire
History of Industry in West Lancashire
To celebrate Lancashire Day local historian Dot Broady-Hawkes will be giving an illustrated talk on the history of industry in the West Lancashire area. The Heritage Trail Group will also be present with information about local heritage walks. Free tickets for this event are available from Ormskirk Library.
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And a Nightingale Sang
And a Nightingale Sang
Douglas Drama Group present CP Taylor’s play set in WWII, which follows a family through the heartbreak, nostalgia and surprising humour of the era. Tickets £7.50 from DIY Centre Parbold.
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