This picture gallery covers more than 40 years of the Wigan Lane venue’s life.
17. The Bellingham being filmed for The Hotel Inspector TV programme.Off the back of the series a new restaurant was launched. Pictured at its launch are, left to right: Deputy Manager Carol Liptrot, Manager Richard Phillips and The Hotel Inspector Alex Polizzi
. Photo: Paul Greenwood
18. The Bellingham Hotel's Laughter On The Lane Comedy Club was celebrating its first birthday in 2012 with a special Comedy Night. Pictured is compere and comedian Jimmy O and assistant hotel manager Carol Liptrott
. Photo: Paul Simpson
19. Manager John Atkins at Bellingham Hotel bar
. Photo: MA
20. Members of Wigan Folk Club celebrate their 50th anniversary, with a performance event held at The Bellingham
. Photo: Ma