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Nantwich entrepreneur expands new “rugged” mobile phone

Nantwich entrepreneur expands new “rugged” mobile phone

A Nantwich entrepreneur believes his new “rugged” mobile device for tradespeople is set to expand its reach globally.

Roy Taylor’s JCB Phone company has made strides in the industry over the past few years.

February 25, 2025
Bentley Motors eyes latest recruitment of apprentices

Bentley Motors eyes latest recruitment of apprentices

Bentley Motors has opened vacancies for its latest apprenticeship programme.

The South Cheshire car maker is targeting the next generation of talent as the company transitions to full electrification.

February 25, 2025
Nantwich dog groomer scoops national honour

Nantwich dog groomer scoops national honour

A Nantwich dog groomer has been named as runner up in a national awards.

Vanessa Barber, of Va Va Groom, came second in the iAwards “Dog Groomer of the Year” held at Cheshire Outdoors.

February 22, 2025
Popular pub near Nantwich set to reopen with 15 jobs

Popular pub near Nantwich set to reopen with 15 jobs

By Belinda Ryan
A popular pub on the outskirts of Nantwich looks set to re-open in May with the creation of 15 new jobs.

The Barbridge Inn, on Old Chester Road, closed in December of last year, a meeting of Cheshire East’s licensing act sub-committee was told.

February 17, 2025
New wellness centre opens in Burland, near Nantwich

New wellness centre opens in Burland, near Nantwich

A new wellness centre has opened in the village of Burland near Nantwich.

Sian Williams is the driver behind The Wellspring & Yew wellness centre located at The Yard.

February 14, 2025
Nantwich firm Direct Access feature in “Ambition 2025”

Nantwich firm Direct Access feature in “Ambition 2025”

Nantwich company Direct Access has featured in a new North West report on the ambitions of regional businesses over the next 12 months.

Ambition 2025 – commissioned by law firm Pannone Corporate – aims to understand the key drivers of growth, as well as the motivations, priorities and challenges for companies in the North West.

February 6, 2025
Dabbers Sweet Shop in Nantwich to close in February

Dabbers Sweet Shop in Nantwich to close in February

A popular confectionery shop in Nantwich is closing down next month.

The owners of Dabbers Sweet Shop, on Crown Mews, are closing for family reasons.

January 31, 2025
Nantwich salon boss achieves “master of colour” at London academy

Nantwich salon boss achieves “master of colour” at London academy

A hair salon boss in Nantwich has been awarded the rare “master of colour” accolade at The Hunter Collective Academy in London.

Jane Conneely, owner of Salon Vie Hairdressing on Beam Street, completed the ultimate in colour education which has taken her skills to the next level.

January 29, 2025
NatWest to close its Nantwich branch in June

NatWest to close its Nantwich branch in June

High Street bank NatWest is to close its Nantwich branch in June, it was revealed today.

It’s another blow to the town and will leave just TSB Bank in the town centre, along with Nationwide Building Society.

January 24, 2025
Sainsbury’s to close cafe in Nantwich store amid job cuts

Sainsbury’s to close cafe in Nantwich store amid job cuts

Sainsbury’s has announced plans to close its cafe in the Nantwich store as well as many others as part of a drive to save £1 billion by 2028.

The supermarket giant, which has had a store in Nantwich for 30 years, is proposing to shut 61 cafes in the UK amid a major overhaul that will see 3,000 jobs cut.

January 23, 2025
Bentley Motors included in 2025 UK Top Employer list

Bentley Motors included in 2025 UK Top Employer list

Bentley Motors has been included in the 2025 UK Top Employer list.

It is the 14th consecutive year the Crewe-based luxury car maker has been named in the internationally-acclaimed list by The Top Employer Institute.

January 20, 2025
Mornflake launch year of celebrations for 350th birthday

Mornflake launch year of celebrations for 350th birthday

South Cheshire employer Mornflake is gearing up for a year of celebration to mark its 350th anniversary.

The breakfast giant has planned a host of activities to mark its remarkable history as ‘Millers of Mighty Oats’ as far back as 1675.

January 13, 2025
Salon celebrates its Nantwich roots with ‘Community Heroes’ campaign

Salon celebrates its Nantwich roots with ‘Community Heroes’ campaign

A Nantwich hairdressing salon is launching a campaign to reward kind-hearted people in the town as it marks a milestone anniversary.

Hospital Street landmark Steven Burgin Hairdressing has unveiled its ‘Community Heroes’ award scheme recognising local people who go the extra mile to support the community.

January 10, 2025