Arts & Entertainment

Town gears up for ‘Battle of Nantwich’ re-enactment 2024

Town gears up for ‘Battle of Nantwich’ re-enactment 2024

By Jonathan White
The town is gearing up for one its busiest days of the year later this month when The Battle of Nantwich re-enactment takes place.

This year the “Holly Holy Day” event takes place on Saturday January 27 in and around Nantwich town centre and on Mill Island.

January 9, 2024
“Abigail’s Party” to be staged by Nantwich Players

“Abigail’s Party” to be staged by Nantwich Players

Nantwich Players are to stage their latest drama production with its version of Mike Leigh’s ‘Abigail’s Party’ next month.

This seemingly ordinary suburban gathering spirals into a captivating exploration of human relationships and social dynamics.

January 6, 2024
English Civil War exhibition comes to Nantwich

English Civil War exhibition comes to Nantwich

“English Civil War Comes to Nantwich” opens on Tuesday January 9 at Nantwich Museum.

The exhibition, which runs until Saturday February 3, outlines the war which arrived in the town in 1643 when it became a Parliamentarian garrison.

December 28, 2023
Musicians promote Christmas album in aid of local charity

Musicians promote Christmas album in aid of local charity

By Jonathan White
A ‘Winter Party’ was held at Crewe Library with a mixture of music and poetry.

The festive treat was organised by Angus Varley from Crewe Library, with assistance from Deborah Edgeley and Mark Sheeky.

December 21, 2023
“Within the Loop” exhibition opens at Nantwich Museum

“Within the Loop” exhibition opens at Nantwich Museum

An exhibition called “Within the Loop” by Threadmill has opened at Nantwich Museum and will run until Saturday 17 February.

The Cheshire-based Threadmill Textile Artists display of work is the Millennium Gallery at the Pillory Street venue.

December 11, 2023
Nantwich Choral Society to spread festive joy with family concert

Nantwich Choral Society to spread festive joy with family concert

Nantwich Choral Society is limbering up for its popular Family Christmas Concert at St Mary’s Church.

It takes place 6.30 pm on Wednesday December 20.

December 9, 2023
Nantwich Concert Band to stage December 10 performance

Nantwich Concert Band to stage December 10 performance

Nantwich Concert Band are to perform their annual Christmas Concert in the town on December 10.

It will take place in Nantwich Civic Hall at starts at 2.30pm.

November 28, 2023
Magical Woodland hosts Christmas Light Trail launch event

Magical Woodland hosts Christmas Light Trail launch event

More than 1,000 guests entered the Christmas spirit for a spectacular festive launch event for The Magical Woodland at Blakemere Village in Cheshire.

Stars of stage, television, radio and football were among the first to see this year’s stunning light trail set in 15 acres of stunning countryside.

November 28, 2023
Drone expert unveils aerial photography book at Nantwich event

Drone expert unveils aerial photography book at Nantwich event

By Jonathan White
Aerial photographer Rob Higgins has unveiled his new book “Britain’s Railways from the Air” at an event at Nantwich Bookshop & Coffee Lounge.

For his book Rob captured dozens of aerial photographs, taken with an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) or drone, to provide a unique perspective of the history and workings of Britain’s railways.

November 22, 2023
“Rules for Living” production to be staged by Nantwich Players

“Rules for Living” production to be staged by Nantwich Players

Nantwich Players are to stage an uproarious Christmas family production of “Rules for Living” by Sam Holcroft.

Directed by Jeremy Acklam, this comedy will have you laughing, nodding in recognition, and reflecting on your own family’s quirks.

November 20, 2023
Magical Woodland Christmas experience to launch at Blakemere

Magical Woodland Christmas experience to launch at Blakemere

The festive Magical Woodland experience is all set to be opened at Blakemere Village in Cheshire.

The ‘Magical Woodland’ is the region’s biggest and best Christmas Light Trail

November 18, 2023
Cheshire choir Decibellas appoints new assistant director

Cheshire choir Decibellas appoints new assistant director

Liv Westhead has been appointed the first ever assistant musical director for Cheshire upper voices choir, Decibellas.

Liv, 30, a singer and singing teacher in the county, will support Marcus Williams, musical director with Decibellas since 2016.

November 16, 2023
Nantwich Library to stage Ukrainian teens art exhibition

Nantwich Library to stage Ukrainian teens art exhibition

Nantwich Library is to stage a Ukrainian teens art exhibition called “Sublimation of Emotions”.

The event will take place at the Beam Street venue from November 25 to December 9.

November 14, 2023