The pride of Wigan

Catholic architectural heritage

The deeply raked gallery of St Mary’s, which was completed in Regency Gothic style in 1818.
PHOTOS: ALEX RAMSAY

Catholics in Wigan are fighting plans to close a historic church, amid dismay that a lifeline offered by traditionalist group has been rejected.

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