Shepherd Construction, in conjunction with Oxford Archaeology North carried out a dig on the Grand Arcade site, Millgate. It was paid for by developers Modus after the council made it a condition of planning permission.

Not a lot is known about Roman Wigan, although it is believed to be a settlement known from Roman literature as Coccium. The fascinating photos below strengthen this belief and lead archaeologist Ian Miller said: "In Roman terms Wigan has gone from the 4th division to the Premiership."

Roman Dig, Millgate - 29 photos. Miscellaneous photos from the dig at Millgate. Archaeologists - 12 photos. During the open day in May, archaeologists were on hand to explain the site and findings. Roman Finds - 6 photos. Just a handful of the many Roman finds from the site. Plans - 10 photos. Plans, aerial shots and annotated photos of the whole area. Panoramas - 2 photos. Two superb panaromic photos (large) of Millgate. Aerial Photos - 8 photos. David Devine and Alan Davies flew over town to take some aerial photos of the site.		Related links: Wigan Archaeological Society Lots of information, check out the newsletters.     Wigan Council Information, photos and Borough Life articles on Roman Wigan and the Grand Arcade.     The Grand Arcade Modus - The Grand Arcade website, includes a webcam.
Special thanks to Ian Miller of Oxford Archaeology, Bill Aldridge of Wigan Archaeology and Wigan MBC for photos and information. Thanks to Dave Green, David Devine and Alan Davies for photos.