Searchroom Regulations

Help us to preserve Wigan’s archives.

As the records we look after are unique and irreplaceable, we ask you to observe a few simple rules to help protect them:

Documents may not be removed from the searchroom
Use only pencils. No form of ink is permitted, even for your own notes
Use the book supports and weighted cords where appropriate to the items being viewed
No smoking, drinking or eating (including sweets and chewing gum)
Do not lean upon any document or place upon it any paper on which you are writing
Retain all files or bundles of paper in their original order
You are welcome to take your own digital photographs of documents free of charge, for private study only. Fees are applicable if any image is to be published. Please consult the archivist before doing so and turn off your flash
Help us to provide a pleasant working environment for other users
To avoid disturbing other users, please do not conduct lengthy discussions about your research in the searchroom
Please switch off your mobile 'phones.

Copies of these rules are displayed prominently in the searchroom. Please ask a member of staff if you have any questions concerning this information.