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Provided by Weathercity.comAmong these links I am hoping to show a way of life which is unique to Rishton, the places are upon this site, which have brought back many memories, are only the tip of the iceberg.
People had their little quirks in Rishton, just like many other towns, but these quirks seem to have been passed down from generation to generation. People tell me their stories of Rishton, and I think, yes! I did that as well!
Did you know that the biggest single flag stone in Rishton is next to the Legion club?
So without further ado, here are some of the pages that I have created so far about Rishton life........
| Facts about Rishton | Interesting? Facts and figures from Rishtons History. |
| Rishton Dialect | The way we talk is nowt to be ashamed of, as I'm sure ex-pats around the world and the UK have found! |
| The Fare bought from Chip Shops. |
A brief idea about the food that people bought in Rishton. |
| Lancashire Fayre |
Different foods which have been eaten in Rishton. |
| On Line Recipe Book. |
With various local treats for you to make and eat. |
| Free Entertainment for Kids |
What did you do when you had no money, as a child growing up in Rishton? |
| Washing |
Why was washing hung out in the back street? |
| Water and Ice |
Walking on the frozen lakes and canal. |
| Lancashire Dialect |
The way we talk. |
| Tar Bubbles |
Remember these? |
| Sports Pink |
Remember this Saturday newspaper? |
| Butchers Food |
So just what did a butchers shop sell apart from meat? |
| Holidays |
Local holidays and some national holidays. |
| Clogs and Clog-making |
All you need to know about Clogs. |
| Donkey Stones |
An old Lancashire Art, quickly dying out. |
| Rishton Credit | How goods were obtained without money. |
| Carnivals, Processions, & Festivals | A brief history of carnivals which have been held in Rishton over the years. |
| Bonfires and Fireworks | Learn about the various bonfires that have happened in Rishton. |
| Trouble in the Town | Its not always plain sailing in the town. |
| Queens Honours to Rishton | People who have been awarded by the Queen. |
| Teenagers | Are they a problem for Rishton? |
| Cobbles | Them things found in the roads and back streets |
| Racism In Rishton? | Is there such a thing in Rishton? |
