A BOOKLET detailing Westhoughton ’s historical treasures is expected to be in high demand.
The booklet, created by Westhoughton Local History Group, involves a trail of 25 of the town’s hidden treasures, Westhoughton Town Hall and the Empire Cinema are among those included.
The booklet, which has been months in the making, follows on from the group’s research into the burning of Westhoughton Mill on April 24, 1812, and the Pretoria Pit disaster on December, 21, 1910.
The group's committee members, Valerie Chadwick and Ruth Duckworth, came up with the idea and spent months compiling the material for the first in a series of booklets.
Pam Clarke, the group’s president was responsible for layout and design and Tom Newton included drawings of the historical sites.
The publication features Westhoughton, focusing on sites off Market Street.
Members are now considering a series of projects, which might include booklets specifically on areas such as Daisy Hill and Hart Common.
The 28 page booklet can be bought for £2 from Westhoughton Library or call 01942 812060 to order.
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