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Work to fix Baddington Bridge near Nantwich could take nine months

Work to fix Baddington Bridge near Nantwich could take nine months

Essential works to make Baddington Bridge safe for heavy goods vehicles on the A530 near Nantwich look set to go ahead – but could take up to nine months to complete.

It’s believed the cost of planned structural works could set Cheshire East Council back between £300,000 and £400,000.

April 24, 2026
Crewe Hall

Full line-up unveiled for South Cheshire Chamber regeneration conference

South Cheshire Chamber of Commerce has announced the full line-up for a conference focusing on the regeneration and future growth of Crewe, Nantwich and wider area on April 29.

April 24, 2026
Man jailed for 11 years for raping girl in Nantwich in 2019

Man jailed for 11 years for raping girl in Nantwich in 2019

A Cheshire man has been jailed for 11 years for raping a teenage girl in Nantwich back in 2019.

Guy Ashton (pictured) was found guilty following a trial two months ago at Liverpool Crown Court.

April 24, 2026
Turkey farm blaze which killed 3,000 birds was accident, says fire service

Turkey farm blaze which killed 3,000 birds was accident, says fire service

A huge fire which badly damaged a turkey farm in Nantwich killing 3,000 birds was an accident, early investigations suggest.

The blaze ripped through one of the large barns at the farm next door to Alvaston Hall Hotel, off Peach Lane, Nantwich, on Sunday (April 19th).

April 23, 2026
Malcolm on Nantwich Station footbridge exhibition

New exhibition celebrates Nantwich Station’s historic footbridge

A new photographic exhibition at Nantwich Museum will celebrate the design, character and heritage of Nantwich railway station’s Victorian footbridge.

Nantwich Museum is set to host ‘Across the Tracks: The Art of Nantwich Station Footbridge’, a temporary photographic exhibition running from June 9th-20th in the Community Gallery.

April 23, 2026
Brood of ducklings at RSPCA Stapeley after drain rescue

Brood of ducklings at RSPCA Stapeley after drain rescue

This brood of ducklings found trapped in a storm drain in Cheshire have been rescued and cared for at RSPCA Stapeley Grange in Nantwich.

The young birds were spotted swimming at the bottom of the drain three feet below the road surface on Mill Lane, at Great Barrow.

April 23, 2026
New boutique Pilates studio opens its doors in Nantwich

New boutique Pilates studio opens its doors in Nantwich

A new boutique Pilates and wellness studio has opened in the heart of Nantwich.

Nolara Studio is based on Hospital Street and aims to offer small, beginner-friendly classes.

April 23, 2026
Bluebell Walk to launch at Combermere Estate near Nantwich

Bluebell Walk to launch at Combermere Estate near Nantwich

The annual Bluebell Walk at Combermere Estate near Nantwich will take place on Bank Holiday Sunday May 3rd.

Set within one of the region’s most iconic historic landscapes, the event offers a chance to explore the surroundings of the 900-year-old estate.

April 23, 2026
Is an electric car actually good for family life?

Is an electric car actually good for family life?

Every parent in Cheshire has had the same conversation at the school gate.

Someone’s just picked up an electric car, and the questions start flying.

April 22, 2026
Planners back bid for 85 new homes on fields off London Road in Nantwich

Planners back bid for 85 new homes on fields off London Road in Nantwich

Planning officers at Cheshire East Council are recommending a bid to build 85 more homes on fields off London Road in Nantwich be approved.

The application is for land in Stapeley which is mostly greenfield agricultural land.

April 22, 2026
Five-wicket haul for Doyle earns Nantwich CC flying start to new season

Five-wicket haul for Doyle earns Nantwich CC flying start to new season

Ray Doyle’s fantastic five-wicket performance helped Nantwich Cricket Club’s first team get their 2026 season off to a flying start.

After 13 years as skipper, Doyle has handed over the captaincy to Luke Robinson but will continue to play an important role in the team’s fortunes.

April 22, 2026
Nantwich Youth and Community Centre volunteers take part in spring clean

Nantwich Youth and Community Centre volunteers take part in spring clean

Nantwich Youth and Community Centre volunteers teamed up to support a community outdoor spring clean.

They decided to spruce up the outdoor areas of the popular centre on Birchin Lane, which is used for football, basketball and netball.

April 22, 2026
Very Best in Stand Up returns to Nantwich Civic Hall

Very Best in Stand Up returns to Nantwich Civic Hall

Live comedy returns to Nantwich Civic Hall next week as four top acts will perform at the Very Best in Stand Up.

The original line-up had included Scott Bennett as compere but he has had to cancel.

April 21, 2026