Find out more about the fascinating history and heritage of our local area, including Lowton, Golborne, Lowton, Leigh, Newton-le-Willows, Croft & Culcheth.
The community came together at the weekend to mark the 150th anniversary of Golborne’s Heath Street Methodist Church.
A weekend of community celebration is planned to mark 150 years of Golborne and Lowton Methodist Church at Heath Street, Golborne this September.
Do you have old photos of Lowton which could be used to create a local history feature wall for residents at Elmridge Court?
These incredible photos of Golborne Carnival date back almost 60 years – and may bring back some fond memories for some former football players.
A film exploring the history of Leigh business, George Moss & Sons Ltd, also contains lots of fascinating insights into the history of several local landmarks, too.
Calls for the re-opening of Golborne Railway Station are to be discussed at a public meeting being held on Tuesday, February 18, 2020.
Photographer Stan Crook, who has a keen interest in local history, takes us on a tour of the stunning Grade 2 Listed buildings you can find in Lowton and Golborne.
Two Lowton landmarks have disappeared in the last couple of weeks. Have you noticed? And will you miss them now they’re gone?
Have you noticed?