Wigan
Wigan is a town in North West England.
Catholic jurisdiction: Latin — Archdiocese of Liverpool
About Wigan
Wigan is located in the region of Greater Manchester, within the county of Lancashire, and serves as the administrative centre of the Metropolitan Borough of Wigan. The town is situated near the River Douglas and the Leeds-Liverpool Canal, providing a historic transportation route.
Wigan has a rich history dating back to medieval times, with evidence of Roman and Viking settlements in the area. The town is known for its cultural heritage, including its historic market and notable landmarks such as Wigan Pier. Wigan's economy has traditionally been driven by industries such as coal mining, textiles, and manufacturing.
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Notable people from Wigan
Ranked by number of Wikipedia languages that have an article — a proxy for cross-cultural notability. Data: Wikidata.
Leon Osmanb. 1981English association football player (born 1981)
Richard Ashcroftb. 1971English singer-songwriter
Limahlb. 1958British pop singer- GGerrard Winstanley1609–1676English reformer and activist (1609-1676)
Benjamin Jones1882–1963English racing cyclist (1882-1963)
George Formby1904–1961English actor, singer-songwriter and comedian (1904–1961)
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