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Bunbury pub near Nantwich claims more national awards

Bunbury pub near Nantwich claims more national awards

An award-winning country inn near Nantwich is celebrating new accolades from top national guides and publications. The Yew Tree Inn at Spurstow, Bunbury, has been voted Cheshire’s Dining Pub of the Year by the prestigious Good Pub Guide 2014.

September 25, 2013
Young Nantwich cadet scoops Duke of Edinburgh Gold honour

Young Nantwich cadet scoops Duke of Edinburgh Gold honour

A young cadet from Nantwich has enjoyed a Royal visit to remember after completing his Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award. William Patterson, formerly of the 100th Air Training Corps (Nantwich), was invited to meet HRH the Earl of Wessex at St James Palace.

September 24, 2013
Nantwich Town Council reviews use of CCTV cameras in town centre

Nantwich Town Council reviews use of CCTV cameras in town centre

Nantwich Town councillors are reviewing how effective the town’s CCTV cameras are in tackling crime and disorder. The council is set to take over the running of the 15 cameras from Cheshire East.

September 24, 2013
MP Edward Timpson unveils Nantwich miniature railway mural

MP Edward Timpson unveils Nantwich miniature railway mural

A mural to celebrate the extension of a miniature railway line in Nantwich has been unveiled by MP Edward Timpson. The line from the Methodist Church on Hospital Street has been lengthened to link up to Morrisons supermarket car park.

September 23, 2013
AJ Brown, the new “Michael Buble”, to perform live in Nantwich

AJ Brown, the new “Michael Buble”, to perform live in Nantwich

Talented singer AJ Brown will be performing in Nantwich this week as part of his UK tour. The Yorkshire-born singer, hailed by some as the next Michael Buble, is touring to launch his new double CD “Now & Again”.

September 23, 2013
Nantwich Town boss slams 3-2 Worksop defeat as “unacceptable”

Nantwich Town boss slams 3-2 Worksop defeat as “unacceptable”

By James Briscoe Nantwich Town boss Danny Johnson blasted his side’s 3-2 home defeat by Worksop Town as “totally unacceptable”. Johnson criticised the team’s “incconsistency” as the Dabbers struggle to put a decent run of form together.

September 22, 2013
£108,000 diamond ring sets new record at Nantwich auction

£108,000 diamond ring sets new record at Nantwich auction

A diamond ring has sold at a Nantwich auction for a staggering £108,000. The sale sets a new record for Peter Wilson antiques and art auctioneers based on Market Street, Nantwich.

September 20, 2013
Police charge man with South Cheshire knifepoint robberies

Police charge man with South Cheshire knifepoint robberies

A man has been charged in connection with a series of knifepoint robberies across South Cheshire. Nicholas Andrew Overton, 35, was arrested in Crewe by Cheshire Police investigating three incidents.

September 20, 2013
Rugby: Crewe & Nantwich RUFC coach hails “fantastic” supporters

Rugby: Crewe & Nantwich RUFC coach hails “fantastic” supporters

Coach Andy Brown praised the support that helped Crewe & Nantwich 1sts to an opening 29-21 league win against Stafford. And he is calling for similar backing as the Vagrants side aim for promotion to Midlands West 1 – its highest level ever.

September 20, 2013
TV vet Steve Leonard to switch on Nantwich Christmas lights

TV vet Steve Leonard to switch on Nantwich Christmas lights

TV vet Steve Leonard is the celebrity lined up to switch on the Christmas Lights in Nantwich this year. Leonard (pictured), who lives in Cheshire, is famous for hosting BBC shows including ”Orangutan Diaries” and “Vets in Practice”.

September 20, 2013
Resident guards “danger” pumping station in Nantwich

Resident guards “danger” pumping station in Nantwich

A Nantwich resident has been guarding a “dangerous” compound on his estate for weeks because of confusion over who owns the land. Noel Wagstaff took action after residents raised fears about the pumping station (pictured) in Stapeley being a magnet for youths.

September 20, 2013
“Stars” of Reaseheath College in Nantwich scoop Awards of Excellence

“Stars” of Reaseheath College in Nantwich scoop Awards of Excellence

The ‘Stars’ of Reaseheath College in Nantwich have been honoured for their contribution at an Awards of Excellence event. Teams and individuals judged to have “gone the extra mile” were rewarded at the annual presentation.

September 19, 2013
Crewe & Nantwich rugby star breaks neck in freak tackle accident

Crewe & Nantwich rugby star breaks neck in freak tackle accident

A Crewe & Nantwich RUFC player is battling to save the use of his legs after a freak accident on the pitch. Vagrants star Kieran Flynn (pictured) broke his neck in a horror tackle during a pre-season clash against Christleton.

September 19, 2013