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David Lloyd Leisure Club for Nantwich could be open in 2026

David Lloyd Leisure Club for Nantwich could be open in 2026

The new David Lloyd Leisure club in Nantwich could be open as early as spring 2026, it emerged today.

We revealed last week how the company plans to open its newest centre on land off Newcastle Road in Willaston, close to the Crewe Vagrants.

February 8, 2024
Pub bosses welcome pre-school class for chef lessons!

Pub bosses welcome pre-school class for chef lessons!

Pre-school youngsters from Willaston enjoyed a field trip with a difference – lessons in a local pub!

The children were invited to the White Lion in Hankelow by head chef Todd, who’s kids attend the pre-school.

January 30, 2024
Willaston woman completes Sahara Desert charity trek

Willaston woman completes Sahara Desert charity trek

By Jonathan White
A Willaston woman has successfully trekked across the Sahara Desert to raise vital funds for St Luke’s Hospice.

Sarah Iggo, 46, trekked in the far south of Morocco during October half-term and has smashed her fundraising target of £1,700 by raising over £2,500.

November 4, 2023
Willaston woman tackles Sahara Desert charity challenge

Willaston woman tackles Sahara Desert charity challenge

By Jonathan White
A Willaston woman is tackling a daring trek across the Sahara Desert to raise funds for St Luke’s Hospice.

Sarah Iggo, 47, is taking on a 30-mile walk across part of the desert this October half-term.

October 7, 2023
Willaston children to lose free school transport in further CEC cuts

Willaston children to lose free school transport in further CEC cuts

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Children in Willaston are among 75 who could lose their free school transport because Cheshire East Council says there are available walking routes.

The move could save the cash-strapped authority an estimated £79,500 a year, as it looks to plug a massive £20 million funding gap.

September 15, 2023
Teenagers arrested after car crashes and overturns in Willaston

Teenagers arrested after car crashes and overturns in Willaston

Two teenage boys have been arrested after a car crashed and flipped over while speeding through Willaston.

Police confirmed the force’s helicopter was called out to trace the car’s occupants who ran from the scene after the crash in the early hours today (April 12).

April 12, 2023
Engineers damaged tree forcing Crewe Road closure in Willaston

Engineers damaged tree forcing Crewe Road closure in Willaston

Councillors say damage to tree roots by United Utilities engineers has caused the ongoing closure of busy Crewe Road in Willaston.

Engineers dug under a tree canopy while they were repairing a burst water main by the side of the road last week.

March 21, 2023
Burst water main closes Crewe Road in Willaston

Burst water main closes Crewe Road in Willaston

A burst water main has closed the busy Crewe Road A534 in Willaston.

A section of the route between Coppice Road and Wistaston Road remains closed today (March 19).

March 19, 2023
Fire crews tackle outbuilding blaze at Willaston property

Fire crews tackle outbuilding blaze at Willaston property

Fire crews tackled an outbuilding fire at a property in Willaston last night (February 16).

The fire broke out on Colleys Lane in Willaston at around 6pm.

February 17, 2023
Willaston Primary pupils unveil new bike shelter

Willaston Primary pupils unveil new bike shelter

Staff and pupils at Willaston Primary Academy are celebrating the opening of their new bike shelter.

They took part in fundraising events since the start of lockdown in 2020 to raise the money for the shelter.

January 30, 2023
Willaston in mourning after death of Councillor Colin Todd

Willaston in mourning after death of Councillor Colin Todd

A popular councillor in Willaston who has served for almost 20 years, has died suddenly.

Colin Todd, vice chairman of Willaston Parish Council, passed away on Sunday (January 8).

January 12, 2023
PIC SPECIAL: Homes bring festive cheer with Christmas lights

PIC SPECIAL: Homes bring festive cheer with Christmas lights

Amateur photographer Jonathan White has been out and about capturing the festive homes displaying eye-catching Christmas light shows.

Every year homes in towns and villages across south Cheshire bring a smile to the face with their extravagant displays adorning properties and gardens.

December 19, 2022
Willaston primary school ends waste compound plan amid complaints

Willaston primary school ends waste compound plan amid complaints

A Nantwich school has back-tracked on plans to relocate its waste compound to its boundary edge after complaints from neighbours.

Residents in Willaston say they were not consulted about the plan and complained to Cheshire East Council when they realised what was happening at Willaston Primary Academy.

September 25, 2022