Charity news

Brew time at Nantwich salon for Macmillan Cancer

Brew time at Nantwich salon for Macmillan Cancer

The kettle was on the boil for a charity event at Steven Burgin Hairdressing salon in Nantwich.

The Hospital Street salon staged its annual coffee morning for Macmillan Cancer Support with people dropping in for a brew and homemade cupcakes.

October 21, 2024
RSPCA Stapeley Grange plea for new pigeon owners

RSPCA Stapeley Grange plea for new pigeon owners

The RSPCA wildlife centre in Nantwich is seeking homes for a flurry of pigeons who were rescued after being found grounded in Cheshire and Staffordshire.

Staff at RSPCA Stapeley Grange on London Road have been rehabilitating the birds, some of whom are domestic racing pigeons, after they came into the centre suffering exhaustion.

October 19, 2024
Nantwich Foodbank “Drop and Go” event set for November

Nantwich Foodbank “Drop and Go” event set for November

Nantwich Food Festival volunteers are calling on the community to support Nantwich Foodbank at a special “Drop and Go” donation event.

It will take place at Brine Leas School on Saturday November 30 from 10am to 1pm, offering residents a chance to make a difference to families this Christmas.

October 19, 2024
Richmond Villages Willaston walks 30 miles for Dementia UK

Richmond Villages Willaston walks 30 miles for Dementia UK

Staff, residents and beloved pets at Richmond Villages Willaston walked 30 miles in September in support of Dementia UK.

Throughout the month, they donned their walking shoes to cover the miles to raise funds and awareness of a charity that supports families affected by dementia.

October 10, 2024
South Cheshire charity hailed for helping breast cancer sufferers

South Cheshire charity hailed for helping breast cancer sufferers

A South Cheshire charity founded in memory of a young woman who died of triple negative breast cancer has won a major award for its impact.

The Shine Bright Foundation, created in loving memory of the inspirational Sarah Bennett from Crewe, won the coveted ‘Charity Impact Award’ sponsored by ‘Phenomenal Women’ at the Butterfly Breast Cancer Awards 2024.

October 8, 2024
Ribbon display in Nantwich for Baby Loss Awareness Week

Ribbon display in Nantwich for Baby Loss Awareness Week

Nantwich Sands supporter Ella Cooper will be giving bereaved families a chance to come together for the first time during “Baby Loss Awareness Week”.

The national event takes place between October 9-15 and is led by Sands – a charity that works to save babies’ lives and support bereaved families.

October 4, 2024
RSPCA Stapeley cattery caring for “alarming” number of kittens

RSPCA Stapeley cattery caring for “alarming” number of kittens

RSPCA Stapeley Grange cattery staff in Nantwich are taking in stray and abandoned kittens at an “alarming” rate.

And they have today urged the public to do their bit by getting their pets neutered.

September 19, 2024
Hankelow student set for Machu Picchu fundraising hike

Hankelow student set for Machu Picchu fundraising hike

A young student from Hankelow near Nantwich is set to embark on a hike of a lifetime to raise money for the HFT charity.

Anna Barber, 20, is currently studying Zoology at the University of Bangor.

September 10, 2024
Cheshire Wildlife Trust unveil 2025 calendar competition winners

Cheshire Wildlife Trust unveil 2025 calendar competition winners

Cheshire Wildlife Trust has unveiled the 12 winners of their 2025 calendar competition.

The competition saw budding photographers submit their photos of wildlife and wild places to be featured in the calendar.

August 26, 2024
Charity kicks off football boots collection at Nantwich Town

Charity kicks off football boots collection at Nantwich Town

A charity offering South Cheshire children pre-loved football boots has kicked off a new season with one of the area’s biggest clubs.

Nantwich Town FC is onboard with the football boot initiative run by Motherwell Cheshire as part of its commitment to helping parents cut costs while saving wearable items from going to landfill.

August 24, 2024
Leighton Hospital seeks more therapy dogs for patients

Leighton Hospital seeks more therapy dogs for patients

Leighton Hospital bosses are urging dog owners to sign up for a scheme that allows therapy pets to visit its patients.

Mid Cheshire Hospitals Trust wants to encourage more people to become a volunteer and bring their amazing animals to Leighton Hospital.

August 24, 2024
Nantwich man to tackle first marathon in aid of PAPYRUS

Nantwich man to tackle first marathon in aid of PAPYRUS

A retired teacher from Nantwich is to tackle his first marathon in aid of the national charity PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Suicide.

Mark Woodward, 72, is currently in training for the Chester Marathon which takes place on October 6, aiming to raise funds to help save young lives.

August 20, 2024
Charity tractor run in Nantwich raises cash for hospital charity

Charity tractor run in Nantwich raises cash for hospital charity

The fifth Nantwich Agricultural Society “Charity Vintage & Classic Tractor Road Run” has helped raise vital funds for charity.

The 35-mile charity run was held yesterday (August 18) in aid of the Leighton Hospital Breast Care Unit.

August 19, 2024