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Greenough Street

Greenough Street
Maidwells was a sewing factory but what did they make? Down by the side of the River Douglas was Water Heyes Electrical. The Quality Hotel now occupies this position across from where the famous old Wigan Rugby Ground was, but now is a Tesco Supermarket.

Comment by: joe mintball santus (mint city wigan, uk) on 1st September 2008

Whats happened to the butterflies.?

Comment by: del boy (bow bells wigan St Georges, uk) on 1st September 2008

See what i mean.

Comment by: cliff (bloo) (windsor st, england) on 31st August 2008

tother day my watched stopped.

Comment by: ex grammer school boy (next to a butchers shop wigan, uk) on 31st August 2008

The first clock was invented by the Romans.It ran on water and was named Horogolium.So there.

Comment by: CISCO KID (LONE PINES, UK) on 31st August 2008

You're losing track of the script Terry old boy i seem to remember you having a go at someone over their name and it wasnt boo who first called you Ducky it was that particular chap so get your memory on track. Old age is a devil sometimes in it.

Comment by: del boy (bow bells wigan, uk) on 31st August 2008

Stripe me its turning into an ex grammer school pat one another on the back site and i bet not one of you can speak latin.I know some of you are reasonably witty but can't spell for toffee.

Comment by: Terry Dainty (Wigan, UK) on 31st August 2008

Bernard I have a confession to make. I am Terry aka Ducky aka Curlies Older. Why?..as a tribute to the great Bernie. I feel honoured to be your soul brother .. you see my missus is forever in your debt as a recipient of your good deeds. You see Bernie .. she was one of those poor kids for who you did so much. So to me ..like many .. you are a hero. Curlies Older?.. well Grammar Boys were being abused by a bad soul on the site .. knowing you were a grammar boy .. I felt I needed to protect you. Ducky? .. the bad soul .. sure you know who – well he named me that. So there you have it Bernard. Unless I have your permission I will not use the great Dowdall name again. PS – the missus cant wait to see you on TV. PS - I don’t know Peter Dowdall.

Comment by: del boy (bow bells wigan, uk) on 31st August 2008

You're still here John.Lets here something constructive from you instead of negative comments.At least old boo had a go and his poetry was actually very good and witty which goes to show you Wiganers have the sense of humour of a dog with a bone.So move on you looser and change the subject.

Comment by: J. Walker (Wigan, UK) on 31st August 2008

Well Curly Bernard Dowdall, no offence meant, but isnt asking Cliff Bloomoon to sort out the site, a bit like asking Boo Boo Sandside to judge a poetry competition. I find the old Mooner quite witty and amusing at times, but face it Curly Bernie, the Mooner is responsible for most of the tittle tattle on the site. When he's not Bloomoon he's Cisco or Deggs or the Lone Ranger. If you enjoy the site,,keep reading ,, why not. The site is self governing ..we've nearly got rid of that Gremlin Boo Boo,,and his attempts at poetry. OK some have indefinetly gone on strike...but they'll be back when they're sure the Gremlin has gone.

Comment by: J. Drake (Wigan, UK) on 31st August 2008

Well they gave Whelan the keys of the town for ruining Orrell RU. Wonder what he'll get for for leaving a sinking ship. Wigan RL will end up playing on the Robin Park athletic track.

Comment by: del boy (bow bells wigan, uk) on 31st August 2008

They are way past caring.

Comment by: Yatesy (Wigan, Uk) on 31st August 2008

I thought you needed a sense of humour if your a Wigan RL supporter.

Comment by: del boy (bow bells wigan, uk) on 31st August 2008

I'ff you ain't got a sense of humour guys leave this site alone and join the Wigan rugby league supporters club.

Comment by: Curly Dowdall (Bernard) (Wigan, UK) on 30th August 2008

Lets sort this thread out Cliff .I remember in the old days when it was the 100th message.Who's Terry Dowdall,Ducky Dowdall,Curly's older brother.?..I thought there was only me left.Its all too confusing for me .i'm sticking to the Grammar School thread.I dont know who i am anymore.Help!!! Its very funny though lads.

Comment by: Betty Tute (Wigan, England) on 29th August 2008

Cliffy luv you are a butterfly. I recognised you from your grammar school photo with your pal little bernard. berny used to come to see me when I lived in dickinson St.

Comment by: Terry Dowdall (Wigan, UK) on 29th August 2008

And for a thousand years or more.. Our land all storms has faced,.. And now we stand on solid rock,.. By the silver sea embraced.. Our nations Fathers with just pride.. Look down on our proud land,.. We Wiganers will show with grateful hearts.. Against all foes we’ll stand.

Comment by: bloo (wigan, germany) on 28th August 2008

I saw a butterfly on a flower on tuesday.

Comment by: Betty Tute (Wigan, England) on 28th August 2008

I saw little Cliff the other day in Wigan Lane...ee..he did look worse for ware poor lad. I shouted buck up Cliff from across the road but he didnt hear me. It was raining too..he did look frozen.

Comment by: Terry Dowdall (wigan, UK) on 28th August 2008

Oh Wigan is a grand old town, The Romans.. knew it well,.. It always had a Nat King Cole.. As long as folks can tell... And so because its rule has been.. From age to age so royal,.. Its sons to-day their Town still call.. “The Ancient and the Loyal.” .. (Refrain).. For the honour of our town.. Let’s strive with all our might.. For the very name of Wigan.. We are told implies a fight... Though not “Ancient” we are “Loyal”’.. And we’ll fight a battle royal... For the good old town of Wigan That we love so well. Amen

Comment by: boo (costa del sandside, uk) on 26th August 2008

I've heard they are very good Tez but a bit cramped.

Comment by: Tez (Wigan, UK) on 26th August 2008

Obviously boo you know more about Primark than me. Is that where you got your radio controlled boat. I could do with one for my littlelad.

Comment by: del boy (bow bells wigan, uk) on 26th August 2008

Boo dont half like rattlin you Wiganers cages dun he.

Comment by: boo (costa del sandside, uk) on 26th August 2008

Primark have never sold sailor suits in my time here.But they do sell dummy's so you would have felt at home there.

Comment by: T. Dowdall (Wigan , UK) on 26th August 2008

I'm joining French lessons. Before you say learn English first..I've told you before Boo..our Bernies got the brains in our family. I accept I'm thick but I try. You're even thicker but haven't got the bottle to admit it. PS I was in Windermere in the bank holliday. Primark are selling off sailor suits cheap..get down there quick..you'll look lovely mincing down the pier in your new sailor suit.

Comment by: Llone ranger (on the ranch, uk) on 26th August 2008

You seem to have a phobia about education Terry.Night school starts in September.Try it or change your tune.

Comment by: boo (costa del sandside, uk) on 26th August 2008

Is there anything between your ears ducky .Facts are facts.

Comment by: Terry Dowdall (Wigan , UK) on 26th August 2008

Bragging again Boo. You'll never learn. As well as basic education and an interpersonal skills course you need a large slice of humble pie. Still you can't put owt where there is nowt. Boo in Cumbria ..more like phantasy land.

Comment by: boo (costa del sandside, uk) on 25th August 2008

Sorry to spoil your night Ged but wind and water is what sailing on Windermere is all about.A hundred and twenty mile round trip to Hindley and back is a bit much to listen to the blues when i have Sting as a neighbour.Now iff you were to send a taxi then that's a different matter.

Comment by: cisco kid (lone pines wigan, uk) on 25th August 2008

I have it on first hand information that the elusive Sam Bass was spotted fast asleep on Leeds try line at the JJB stadium on Friday night.Did anyone else spot him.

Comment by: Jem Holden (Marus Bridge Wigan, UK) on 24th August 2008

Not surprisingly Boo chickened out again. I was looking forward to the Cumbrian Clucker turning up at the Amberswood in his sailor suit. Thought I saw him disappearing out of the door with chase Me written on his T shirt but apparently it was a local walnut. Afraid the old grape crusher is all wind and water.

Comment by: boo (costa del sandside, uk) on 21st August 2008

Steady Tel.Don't get your knickers in a twist.Anybody can make a mistake as the hedgehog said to the yard brush.

Comment by: Terry Dowdall (Wigan, UK) on 20th August 2008

Hey Boo you numpty give order. I'm Tez Dowdall not Peter you tube. I dont even know Pete. get down to Tech and learn read you Cumbrian grape wrostler.

Comment by: joe mintball santus (WIGAN, UK) on 20th August 2008

You will more than likely get your grapes crushed my boy.

Comment by: Jem Holden (Marus Bridge Wigan, UK) on 20th August 2008

Goodo. Looks like the old grape crusher himself will be there. Can't wait to seem home to the hornpipe in his sailor suit and cap. See yous in Amberswood.

Comment by: cliff (bloo) (told you a million times, and that too) on 20th August 2008

peter you have a terrible stutter, take your teeth out while your typin it might help. rock on

Comment by: cliff H (told you enough times, rainy) on 20th August 2008

sounds good that Janet, I,ll try make it, will you be there ?

Comment by: wigan warrior ( wigan, uk) on 19th August 2008

He's had something else crushed by the sound of him.

Comment by: terrry dainty (wigan, england) on 19th August 2008

is that pete dowdall from ince

Comment by: boo (costa del sandside, uk) on 19th August 2008

You'll recognise me alright ducky.I 'll be the one who crushes your hand when i shake it.

Comment by: edgar s. (wigan, england) on 19th August 2008

I remember bein in dicky plums when mrs cox opened the door and shouted..bob cox in here? dicky replies..just shaves and haircuts.

Comment by: Peter Dowdall (Wigan, England) on 19th August 2008

I'll try to get down - the trouble permitting. Wear a flower in your coat so we recognise all. All accept Boo. He'll look cute in his sailor suit - oo I could crush a grape.

Comment by: Peter Dowdall (Wigan, England) on 19th August 2008

I'll try to get down - the trouble permitting. Wear a flower in your coat so we recognise all. All accept Boo. He'll look cute in his sailor suit - oo I could crush a grape.

Comment by: Peter Dowdall (Wigan, England) on 19th August 2008

I'll try to get down - the trouble permitting. Wear a flower in your coat so we recognise all. All accept Boo. He'll look cute in his sailor suit - oo I could crush a grape.

Comment by: Jem Holden (Marus Bridge Wigan, UK) on 19th August 2008

Sounds good Janet. Tyy and get there. You should all come..Walter, Beatnik man - you probably like owd rock n' roll. You too Bloo, Yatesy and evrybody else.

Comment by: janet winstanley nee cartwright (wiganl, lancesl) on 19th August 2008

billy barker he sings all 50 n 60s rock n roll xx

Comment by: Jem Holden (Wigan, England) on 18th August 2008

Janet. Who is Terry Barker?

Comment by: lone ranger (on the ranch wigan, uk) on 17th August 2008

In terms of behaviour Ducky you leave a lot to be desired.Now go away and learn how to spell properly.

Comment by: janet winstanley nee cartwright (wigan, lancesl) on 17th August 2008

now now amberswood next saturday nite come and watch billy barker (higer ince)xx

Comment by: Terry Dowdall (Wigan, England) on 16th August 2008

Causing trouble again Boo. You're driving everybody off the site. This is the tine of year you should be signing up for your basic Englsh course. Get an education and come back when you know how to behave yourself.

Comment by: lone ranger (on the ranch wian, uk) on 15th August 2008

Get back it watter Jem.