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Freedom of Nantwich service takes place for hero war pilot

Freedom of Nantwich service takes place for hero war pilot

A service and parade to commemorate the death of pilot Arthur Brown and to present him with the “Freedom of Nantwich” honour took place (January 14).

Family, dignitaries and service personnel attended the event, including Lt Brown’s living relatives from America.

January 14, 2024
Wistaston Fireworks - promotional photo

Wistaston Fireworks Display to take place despite lack of volunteers

By Jonathan White
The Wistaston Community Council ‘Fireworks Display’ will take place on Saturday November 4 – but without the traditional parade due to a lack of volunteers.

The event normally includes a Torchlight, Fancy Dress & Pumpkin Parade through the village.

October 28, 2023
Bunbury Village Day to host space-themed festival in June

Bunbury Village Day to host space-themed festival in June

The Bunbury Village Day team are planning to boldly go where no one has gone before on Saturday June 17.

It’s now time to use the force and start planning for their space-themed event.

March 29, 2023
Thousands attend moving Nantwich Remembrance Service

Thousands attend moving Nantwich Remembrance Service

By Jonathan White
Thousands of people packed in to Nantwich town centre for a moving Remembrance Sunday parade and service to honour those who fought and died in war.

The Nantwich Remembrance Service and Parade were organised by David Thomas of Nantwich Town Council and Garry Timmins, Parade Marshal, Nantwich & District Branch of the Royal British Legion.

November 14, 2022
PIC SPECIAL: Thousands enjoy ‘Audlem Festival of Transport’

PIC SPECIAL: Thousands enjoy ‘Audlem Festival of Transport’

By Jonathan White
Thousands of people packed in to Audlem yesterday to enjoy the 23rd annual ‘Audlem Festival of Transport’.

The day began with a spectacular parade of more than 250 cars, commercial vehicles, tractors and motorcycles.

August 1, 2022
Best Car in Weaver Wander 2022

More than 150 vehicles join annual Weaver Wander parade

More than 150 cars took part in the 12th annual classic & sports car rally Weaver Wander, organised by The Rotary Club of Crewe & Nantwich Weaver.

And up to £4,000 was raised on the day in aid of local charities including CHANCE, Riding for the Disabled Association, Trussell Trust, YMCA Crewe and more.

May 18, 2022
BeWILDerwood in Cheshire to stage “Glowing Lantern Parade” in October

BeWILDerwood in Cheshire to stage “Glowing Lantern Parade” in October

The new BeWILDerwood outdoor centre near Nantwich is to stage a “Glorious Glowing Lantern Parade” during October half term.

Visitors can adventure through a light extravaganza From the 23rd to 31st October, and watch the story of BeWILDerwood unfold as they journey through the woods down mysterious paths exclusive to this event.

September 2, 2021
Wistaston Community Council Fireworks Display November 2

Wistaston Community Council Fireworks Display November 2

The Wistaston Community Council Fireworks Display takes place on Saturday November 2.

The event starts from 6.30pm at the Eric Swan Sports Ground/Brittles Pavilion off Church Lane, behind Wistaston Church Lane Academy.

October 22, 2019
Thousands pay tribute in Nantwich on centenary of Armistice Day

Thousands pay tribute in Nantwich on centenary of Armistice Day

Thousands of people packed in to Nantwich town centre today to pay tribute to those who died in war on the centenary of Armistice Day.

Crowds watched a parade of cadets, veterans, emergency services and dignitaries which arrived at the town square from the Civic Hall.

November 11, 2018
Remembrance Day in Nantwich to commemorate 100 years

Remembrance Day in Nantwich to commemorate 100 years

The Nantwich Branch of the Royal British Legion will hold a Remembrance Day Parade and Service to commemorate 100 years since guns fell silent on November 11, 1918.

The parade will form up at Nantwich Civic Hall on the morning of November 11.

October 2, 2018
Wistaston Village Fete enjoyed by  hundreds of families

Wistaston Village Fete enjoyed by hundreds of families

By Jonathan White
Hundreds of families enjoyed the annual Wistaston Village Fete.

The event, organised by the Wistaston Community Council, took place at Wistaston Church Lane Academy and featured a wide range of entertainment.

June 18, 2018
Wistaston Village Fete set to take place on June 16

Wistaston Village Fete set to take place on June 16

By Jonathan White
The annual Wistaston Village Fete takes place on Saturday June 16 at Wistaston Church Lane Academy on Church Lane.

The event will start with the Rose Queen parade from the Wistaston Memorial Hall at 1.30pm.

June 5, 2018
Thousands pay respects on Remembrance Sunday across South Cheshire

Thousands pay respects on Remembrance Sunday across South Cheshire

Thousands of people attended Remembrance Sunday parades or paused in silence wherever they were to honour those who gave their lives in battle.

Remembrance parades took place in Nantwich, Crewe, Wistaston and other villages around the region.

November 13, 2017