On September 23 1973, a new Northern Soul All-Nighter was launched at a venue that became known as Wigan Casino.
It was the place to be, became world-famous and put Northern Soul on the musical map. This month will be the 50th anniversary since the opening of the iconic nightclub.
Here are some photographs from various events covered by our photographers taken in the 1960s to 1980s, as The Casino Club hosted a variety of musicians and events.
21. RETRO
Local group "Harlem John's Reshuffle" on stage at Wigan Casino in the early 1970s. Photo: Frank Orrell
22. 1969
New Years Eve at Wigan Casino Club in 1969. Photo: Frank Orrell
23. Retro 1975
Retro 1975 - All day disco at Wigan Casino in aid of local charities Photo: Gary Brunskill
24. RETRO
Wigan Casino on a Sunday night in the late 1960s with local group Harlem John's Reshuffle on stage. Photo: Frank Orrell