Archive for December, 2017

Hibberts Solicitors in Nantwich expand with new appointments

Hibberts Solicitors in Nantwich expand with new appointments

Hibberts Solicitors in Nantwich has expanded by making two new appointments.

Trusts and Estates Practitioner Nicola Mahon is based in the Crewe and Nantwich office working in the probate department.

December 12, 2017
Church Minshull hosts Christmas Floral extravaganza at St Bartholomew’s

Church Minshull hosts Christmas Floral extravaganza at St Bartholomew’s

A Christmas Floral Extravaganza at St Bartholomew’s Church in Church Minshull, drew crowds of visitors from far and wide, raising £3,000.

Run by Wistaston and District Flower Club in partnership with St Bartholomew’s Church, ‘The Twelve Days of Christmas’ floral event showcased 12 arrangements from award-winning Cheshire florists.

December 12, 2017
Nantwich Christmas carol to be premiered at St Mary’s Church

Nantwich Christmas carol to be premiered at St Mary’s Church

A Christmas carol specially composed for Nantwich will be premiered before a packed crowd at St Mary’s Church on December 16.

The Nantwich Carol, celebrating the town’s historic and famous cheese industry, will have its official unveiling during Nantwich Choral Society’s festive family concert this Saturday.

December 12, 2017
Residents fears over Welsh Row traffic plans in Nantwich

Residents fears over Welsh Row traffic plans in Nantwich

Angry Nantwich residents have voiced fears over the impact that making Welsh Row one-way will have on their streets.

Cheshire East Council is considering a new ‘West Nantwich’ highway plan to stop traffic turning in to Welsh Row from Waterlode.

December 12, 2017
Nantwich student wins £1,000 University of Worcester scholarship

Nantwich student wins £1,000 University of Worcester scholarship

A student from Nantwich has earned a £1,000 scholarship for outstanding academic achievement in his university studies.

Joshua Ollier was presented with the scholarship by the University of Worcester’s Vice Chancellor and Chief Executive, Professor David Green, at a special ceremony.

December 11, 2017
Acton St Mary’s Church hosts Christmas Tree Festival

Acton St Mary’s Church hosts Christmas Tree Festival

By Jonathan White
A Christmas Tree Festival took place at St Mary’s Church in Acton near Nantwich at the weekend.

There was a grand opening on Friday with a guest appearance from Father Christmas, followed by a ‘Mingle and Jingle’ charity Christmas concert.

December 11, 2017
Winter freeze hits Crewe and Nantwich – in pictures

Winter freeze hits Crewe and Nantwich – in pictures

The winter  freeze has brought joy and frustration to families across Crewe and Nantwich.

Thousands enjoyed the weekend snow as young and old went sledging, built snowmen and enjoyed gorgeous Winter walks.

December 11, 2017
Nantwich woman launches website to help sexual abuse victims

Nantwich woman launches website to help sexual abuse victims

A Nantwich woman has launched a new website to provide a safe place for victims of sexual harassment, assault and rape to share their stories.

Philippa Richford said she designed the site, Exposeyourpig.com, so victims could openly talk about their experiences without fear of any come back.

December 11, 2017
Nantwich frontman grabs national honour for Hallmark shop

Nantwich frontman grabs national honour for Hallmark shop

By David Harrison
Philip Nield is often in the spotlight as frontman for Nantwich band California Blue.

But now he’s grabbing national attention as a successful independent retailer.

December 10, 2017
Nantwich Museum to welcome Wistaston Singers at Christmas

Nantwich Museum to welcome Wistaston Singers at Christmas

Nantwich Museum will host a sing-a-long concert with Wistaston Singers.

The Wistaston Singers will lead the drop-in event of Christmas music at 11am on Saturday December 16.

December 10, 2017
Fashion Haus businesswoman wins Dabbers Den 2017 contest

Fashion Haus businesswoman wins Dabbers Den 2017 contest

A Nantwich businesswoman who runs The Fashion Haus has been named winner of this year’s Dabbers Den business competition.

Eliza Burgis is the founder and driving force behind the online women’s fashion company.

December 9, 2017
Amber warning as 20cm of snow set to hit South Cheshire

Amber warning as 20cm of snow set to hit South Cheshire

Families are being warned of disruption caused by heavy snow forecast to hit South Cheshire tomorrow.

An Amber warning has been issued by the Met Office for heavy snow between 4am and 6pm throughout Sunday, which could leave up to 20 centimetres in low lying areas.

December 9, 2017
Woman returns to village to run The Lamb – 11 years after first viewing it

Woman returns to village to run The Lamb – 11 years after first viewing it

A woman is starting a new life behind the bar of a Nantwich pub – more than 10 years after she first viewed it!

Julie Hartley first thought about running The Lamb in Willaston in 2006.

December 8, 2017