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Manchester Evening News
Manchester Evening News
National
Thomas Molloy & Stephen Topping

Peter Kay's childhood, his Bolton roots and the street where he grew up

Peter Kay is back - and fans are beyond excited. Tickets are now on sale for the comedian's new 'Better Late Than Never' tour, with ticket websites already struggling to cope with the demand.

It's one of the most eagerly anticipated shows in British comedy history, with Peter returning to the stage for his first tour in 12 years. But while he is loved all over the country, anyone familiar with Peter's work knows he is fiercely proud of his Boltonian roots.

Shows such as That Peter Kay Thing and Phoenix Nights are all set in Bolton, while a lot of his stand-up material references his beloved hometown. As anticipation builds for the funnyman's new tour, we've taken a look back at how it all began for one of Bolton's favourite sons.

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