At 105, Formby is on the move again
Published: 07 February, 2009
Grand Arcade in Wigan only opened in 2007, but already owner Modus is rearranging the furniture. The centre’s statue of George Formby, the 1930s musical sensation who was born in the town, is on the move.
The current location of the statue is in Grand Arcade’s New Lanes, by the Millgate entrance from Concert Square. It will be moved to the central area adjacent to the Grand Arcade Customer Service Desk. Added to this, a brand new commemorative plaque will be placed next to the new location.
To celebrate George Formby’s 105th Birthday Anniversary on May 26, the team at Grand Arcade, Wigan will be relocating the commemorative statue to a more popular and visible area within the centre. This gives all visitors and the local community a chance to further enjoy the Wigan legend.
John Sanson, Grand Arcade centre manager said: “‘As a lifelong George Formby fan, I am delighted to be making this announcement in regards to the move of the commemorative statue on George’s birthday.”
It’ll be a celebration for the community of Grand Arcade and George Formby fans alike,” he concluded.
