Charity news

Elderly neglected dog nursed back to health by Nantwich RSPCA

Elderly neglected dog nursed back to health by Nantwich RSPCA

An elderly dog whose coat was so severely matted he had difficulty walking is finally able to run and stretch his legs again after being transformed in RSPCA Nantwich care.

These shocking images show how Larry had suffered months of neglect before being found straying and believed abandoned in the Bradfield Road area of Crewe.

June 2, 2023
Nantwich slimmers donate over-sized clothes for Cancer Research

Nantwich slimmers donate over-sized clothes for Cancer Research

Successful slimmers in Nantwich have donated bags of clothes they’ve slimmed out to raise money for Cancer Research UK.

They have taken part in the “Big Slimming World Clothes Throw” which raises funds for local Cancer Research UK shops.

May 30, 2023
The RSPCA Chelsea Flower Show garden heading to Nantwich

The RSPCA Chelsea Flower Show garden heading to Nantwich

This is the stunning RHS Chelsea Flower Show garden which will be relocated to RSPCA Stapeley Grange wildlife centre in Nantwich this summer.

It’s hoped “The RSPCA Garden”, on display all week at the prestigious flower show, will inspire the next generation of animal champions.

May 23, 2023
Nantwich woman completes world’s toughest race “Marathon Des Sables”

Nantwich woman completes world’s toughest race “Marathon Des Sables”

A Nantwich woman has completed the legendary Marathon Des Sables – seen by many as the the toughest footrace on earth.

Andrea Millar, 44, completed the gruelling six-day “Ultra-Marathon” or “Ultra” run over 150 to 156 miles.

May 13, 2023
Nantwich groups honoured in Salt of the Earth awards

Nantwich groups honoured in Salt of the Earth awards

Nantwich organisations and individuals were honoured at the town council Mayor’s Salt of the Earth Awards last night (May 12).

People voted across a range of categories including community volunteer, outstanding organisation, business support in the community, inspiring individual, and young achiever (Under 18).

May 13, 2023
Nantwich swimmer Oliver’s 999 challenge for St Luke’s Hospice

Nantwich swimmer Oliver’s 999 challenge for St Luke’s Hospice

By Jonathan White
A Nantwich swimmer is to embark on a marathon 999 challenge to help raise funds for St Luke’s Hospice.

Oliver Daly, a member of Crewe’s Seahorse Swimming Club (SC), is trying to complete nine miles of swimming, 99km of walking, and 999km of cycling.

May 11, 2023
Nantwich man to swim from Finland to Sweden

Nantwich man to swim from Finland to Sweden

A Nantwich man is preparing to swim from Finland to Sweden to raise money for charity!

Sam Owens and his two friends Ben and Anthony are taking on the daring challenge in the Arctic circle waters at midnight in July.

May 9, 2023
Nantwich charity worker named among 500 Coronation Champions

Nantwich charity worker named among 500 Coronation Champions

A devoted Nantwich charity worker is among the 500 Coronation Champions to be honoured by the Royals.

Sheila Saner, chair of Nantwich & District Riding for the Disabled (RDA) Group, has been given one of the awards in recognition of her voluntary work.

May 5, 2023
Thieves swipe chandelier from Nantwich charity shop

Thieves swipe chandelier from Nantwich charity shop

Thieves have swiped a large crystal chandelier from a charity shop in Nantwich.

The incident happened at the Age UK shop on Swine Market yesterday afternoon (April 27).

April 28, 2023
Nantwich marathon runner raises thousands for charity

Nantwich marathon runner raises thousands for charity

By Jonathan White
Nantwich man Tim Bowker put his best foot forward to help raise almost £4,000 by completing the London Marathon.

Tim, aged 54, has raised the money for Bowel Cancer UK, the UK’s leading bowel cancer charity, after completing the gruelling 26-mile race last Sunday (April 23).

April 28, 2023
Volunteer is driving force for RSPCA in Nantwich for Big Help Out

Volunteer is driving force for RSPCA in Nantwich for Big Help Out

Volunteering with the RSPCA has offered a Nantwich man a chance to drive his passion for wildlife.

And now the animal charity is looking for more recruits as part of the King’s Big Help Out.

April 26, 2023
St Luke’s Hospice appeal for “The Big Help Out” volunteers

St Luke’s Hospice appeal for “The Big Help Out” volunteers

St Luke’s Hospice is appealing for people in Nantwich to try their hand at volunteering as part of events to celebrate His Majesty The King’s Coronation.

The Hospice is joining thousands of organisations and charities across the country in “The Big Help Out” – a national initiative to encourage people to give back to their local community by volunteering.

April 23, 2023
Crewe Alexandra collection to help earthquake survivors

Crewe Alexandra collection to help earthquake survivors

Supporters at the Crewe Alexandra match against Swindon Town will make a difference to the lives of survivors of February’s earthquakes in Turkey and Syria.

A collection is to be held for Christian Aid at the game on April 29 to contribute to the Disasters Emergency Committee appeal for those still suffering in the aftermath.

April 22, 2023