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Mum’s charity bid in memory of husband backed by Nantwich salon

Mum’s charity bid in memory of husband backed by Nantwich salon

A mum-of-two gave up her crowning glory to raise money for charities close to her heart with help from a salon in Nantwich.

Wendy Brown, 44, had her waist length hair lopped off to boost finds for the British Heart Foundation, Diabetes UK and Cancer Research.

November 25, 2021
Wistaston and Willaston mourns death of Rev Ken Sambrook

Wistaston and Willaston mourns death of Rev Ken Sambrook

By Jonathan White
Villagers in Wistaston and Willaston are mourning the death of popular Revd Ken Sambrook.

Ken passed away on Wednesday (November 10) after a brief spell in hospital.

November 13, 2021
Popular Barbridge calendar created by residents goes global!

Popular Barbridge calendar created by residents goes global!

By Hannah Youds

Barbridge residents have helped put their quiet village on the world map with a popular new calendar.

The project has been spear-headed by local photographer John Doherty, who hopes the calendar will spread the beauty of the village to those living outside the area.

December 16, 2020
Nantwich students launch year-long fundraiser for Diabetes UK

Nantwich students launch year-long fundraiser for Diabetes UK

Students at Reaseheath College in Nantwich have launched a year of activities to raise funds for Diabetes UK and increasing awareness of the condition.

Members of Reaseheath’s Student Association chose World Diabetes Day to announce that Diabetes UK would be their charity of the year.

November 18, 2018
Wistaston student scoops honour from Diabetes UK for fund-raising effort

Wistaston student scoops honour from Diabetes UK for fund-raising effort

A Malbank student from Wistaston has received an award from Diabetes UK after raising funds to support vital research.

Emma Horne, 16, received the ‘Young Person’s Outstanding Contribution Award’ during a service at St Mary’s Wistaston.

July 19, 2018
Wistaston “Summer celebration” raises hundreds for Diabetes UK

Wistaston “Summer celebration” raises hundreds for Diabetes UK

By Jonathan White
A “Summer Celebration” held in Wistaston has helped to raise several hundred pounds for Diabetes UK.

Visitors enjoyed strawberries & cream, cakes, jams & chutneys, home-made breads, and home-made cards at the event in St Mary’s Church hall.

July 17, 2018
Wistaston family visit Diabetes specialist after raising £5,000

Wistaston family visit Diabetes specialist after raising £5,000

A Wistaston family spent a day with Manchester scientists at the forefront of research into diabetes.

Emma Horne, 15, was invited to St Mary’s Hospital after she helped raise £5,000 for Diabetes UK in her role as Wistaston Rose Queen.

November 4, 2017
Wistaston Rose Queen raises more than £5,000 for Diabetes UK

Wistaston Rose Queen raises more than £5,000 for Diabetes UK

Retiring Wistaston Rose Queen Emma Horne has presented a cheque to Diabetes UK for more than £5,000.

Emma, 15, who was crowned Rose Queen in June 2016, raised an amazing £5,121 through various activities over the past 12 months.

July 23, 2017
Wistaston Garden Party to raise funds for Diabetes UK

Wistaston Garden Party to raise funds for Diabetes UK

A Wistaston couple are to stage their popular annual Garden Party to raise funds for Diabetes UK.

Sheena and Ken Sambrook, of the Crewe and South Cheshire Local Group of Diabetes UK , are opening up their garden on July 12.

June 27, 2017
Wistaston Rose Queen stages Fashion Show for charity

Wistaston Rose Queen stages Fashion Show for charity

By Jonathan White
A charity fashion show run by Wistaston Rose Queen raised almost £1,000.

The Fashion Show & Sale took place in St Mary’s Church Hall, in Wistaston.

February 27, 2017
Wistaston Garden Party raises almost £500 for diabetes sufferers

Wistaston Garden Party raises almost £500 for diabetes sufferers

By Jonathan White
A Wistaston Garden Party in aid of Diabetes UK raised almost £500.

Sheena and Ken Sambrook opened up their Westfield Drive house and gardens for the annual event.

July 21, 2016
Garden Party in Wistaston raises funds for Diabetes UK

Garden Party in Wistaston raises funds for Diabetes UK

A garden party to be held by a Wistaston couple will help raise hundreds of pounds for Diabetes UK.

Sheena and Ken Sambrook, of the Crewe and South Cheshire Voluntary Group of Diabetes UK, are opening up their garden in Wistaston for a fund-raising bash.

July 1, 2016
Wistaston Singers perform fund-raising concert for local causes

Wistaston Singers perform fund-raising concert for local causes

By Jonathan White
Wistaston Singers helped raise hundreds of pounds for local causes at a fund-raising concert in St Mary’s Church Hall, Wistaston.

Musical director Phil Houghton introduced each song and soloist, with Treona Holden the accompanist for the show.

May 23, 2016