The Standish Family of Standish and Borwick, rebels to activists 1688-1788

The Standish Family are famous locally as one of the most prominent Catholic families in the area. Their estates spread across Standish and they even held lands in Borwick, Near Carnforth. This talk looks at their political efforts first as Jacobite rebels and their shift into less violent activism and why this process took place.

The talk will be followed by the chance to see some of our printed collections in Local Studies.

Additional Information:

On-Site Facilities:

Accessible toilets.

Baby changing facilities.

Ramp access.

Accessible lift.

Parking and Transport

Rodney Street pay and display carpark is just a minute away.

Wigan Wallgate and Wigan North Western train stations are just a five-minute walk.

Wigan Bus Station is a seven-minute walk from the Museum.