I had no idea there even existed a Leigh Rugby Union Club until last weekend. In fact, I’m still not sure it exists (a rugby union club in Wigan Borough?) and I was actually there, for their Victorian Day fayre, no less.

It was a less corporate affair than its heavily hyped commercial cousin the WOW Fest, but was nonetheless fun in its own way. In fact, it was more my type of festival with a more homely, village type feel about the day.

Obligatory pants photography ahoy! Click to view full size.

Victorian Leigh Day Grand Opening with the Mayor

Mayor Michael Winstanley and Mayoress Judith Atherton kick off proceedings

Victorian Leigh Day hog roast

I ate this whole within the first hour

Victorian Leigh Day rain

It wasn't all sunshine, but at least this was only a brief shower

Victorian Leigh Day morris dancers

Morris dancers

Victorian Leigh Day olde time organ

Genuine Victorian music machine

There are loads more pics over at Leigh Life, so check ‘em out if you feel so inclined. And don’t forget to check back here soon for that article I promised you. Until then, bon appetit.

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