Community Events

Audlem ‘Party on the Park’ entertains more than 2,500 people

Audlem ‘Party on the Park’ entertains more than 2,500 people

By Jonathan White
More than 2,500 people enjoyed the annual ‘Audlem Party on the Park’ as revellers partied in true 80s style.

Signal Radio presenter Dave Johnson returned as compere and introduced each band with his usual panache and witty humour.

July 2, 2017
Stapeley Grange RSPCA centre to stage Summer Fair

Stapeley Grange RSPCA centre to stage Summer Fair

Stapeley Grange RSPCA wildlife centre in Nantwich will hold its biggest fundraising event of this year tomorrow (July 2).

The London Road centre’s Summer Fair will take place from 10am to 4pm.

July 1, 2017
Nantwich Library to set Summer Reading Challenge for youngsters

Nantwich Library to set Summer Reading Challenge for youngsters

Youngsters in Nantwich are being encouraged to visit the town’s library during the school holidays and take part in the Summer Reading Challenge.

The popular annual event, designed for children aged four to 11, challenges children to read six or more books of their choice and visit the library at least four times.

June 28, 2017
Nantwich Museum unveils summer events around ‘River Weaver’ exhibition

Nantwich Museum unveils summer events around ‘River Weaver’ exhibition

Nantwich Museum has unveiled a programme of events alongside its major summer exhibition “River Weaver – a meander through time”.

The exhibition, which opens on Wednesday July 12, charts the story of how the river has shaped local history.

June 26, 2017
Artistic pupils in Nantwich to exhibit work for Skoolzfest 2017

Artistic pupils in Nantwich to exhibit work for Skoolzfest 2017

The artistic talents of Nantwich school children are being displayed at Nantwich Museum in the fifth Skoolzfest exhibition.

This year’s Skoolzfest 17 exhibition in the Millennium Gallery runs until Saturday July 1, taking the theme of ‘New Beginnings’.

June 21, 2017
The Times football journalist Oliver Kay to appear at Nantwich Bookshop

The Times football journalist Oliver Kay to appear at Nantwich Bookshop

One the country’s top football writers will be in Nantwich at the launch of his latest book.

Oliver Kay, Chief Football Correspondent for The Times, will be discussing his book ‘Forever Young’ when he appears at Nantwich Bookshop on June 30.

June 19, 2017
Willaston gears up for popular World Worm Charming Championships

Willaston gears up for popular World Worm Charming Championships

Competitors from around the UK will be slugging it out at this year’s Willaston World Worm Charming Championships.

Hundreds are set to descend on the zany annual contest held at Willaston Primary School on June 24.

June 16, 2017
Young Superheroes to take over Nantwich beauty spot for charity

Young Superheroes to take over Nantwich beauty spot for charity

Young superheroes will soon be descending on a popular Nantwich beauty spot to help raise valuable funds for life-saving causes.

An action-packed family ‘Superheroes Picnic’ is being staged at Dorfold Park in Nantwich on July 9.

June 11, 2017
Nantwich Library to stage series of events in June

Nantwich Library to stage series of events in June

Staff at Nantwich Library on Beam Street are busy this month helping to host a series of events for residents.

There will be an “ITea & Chat Afternoon” at the facility on June 22, between 2.30pm – 4.30pm.

June 6, 2017
BMX bike fans flock from around UK for annual “Chesh-Air” cycling event

BMX bike fans flock from around UK for annual “Chesh-Air” cycling event

By Jonathan White
Old school BMX bike fans converged on South Cheshire for a social ride.

More than 50 people travelled from around the UK – from Nantwich to Norwich – for the annual ‘Chesh-Air’ event, organised by the ‘Crewe and Cheshire old school BMX’ group.

May 28, 2017
Britain’s top Medieval knights to descend on Beeston Castle

Britain’s top Medieval knights to descend on Beeston Castle

Medieval knights are set to descend on Beeston Castle near Nantwich this weekend for a jousting competition.

The sights and sounds of the 13th century will be on offer over the Bank Holiday weekend, as English Heritage invites visitors to step back in time.

May 25, 2017
Nantwich Museum Plant and Book Sale set for June 3

Nantwich Museum Plant and Book Sale set for June 3

Nantwich Museum’s popular Plant and Book Sale in aid of museum funds will take place on June 3.

The sale, at the museum on Pillory Street, will run between 10am and 12.30pm.

May 22, 2017
Nantwich Film Festival to run May 15-20

Nantwich Film Festival to run May 15-20

Nantwich Film Festival 2017 will get underway on May 15 – and this year welcomes a new addition in the shape of a Vintage Mobile Cinema.

The cinema will be staged on Nantwich Square on Saturday May 20 throughout the day.

May 13, 2017