Human Interest

Big-hearted volunteers and groups honoured at Nantwich awards

Big-hearted volunteers and groups honoured at Nantwich awards

Community volunteers and organisations across Nantwich were honoured last night at the latest “Salt of the Earth” Nantwich Mayor’s awards.

The event – postponed from earlier in the year due to illness – took place in front of a packed audience at Nantwich Civic Hall.

October 3, 2025
A51 London Road to close for five-day improvement works

A51 London Road to close for five-day improvement works

A major A road is being closed between Stapeley and Bridgemere for five days next week to allow for improvement works, says Cheshire East highways.

The A51 London Road between Stapeley and Wybunbury/Bridgemere will be closed between October 6 and 10, from 7.30am to 5pm.

October 2, 2025
Josh Stockton

Nantwich “Tree of Light” dedicated to young biker Josh Stockton

This year’s Nantwich “Tree of Light” is to be dedicated to young biker Josh Stockton who tragically died in a road accident last month.

The Tree of Light has become a popular and loved event in the town, organised by Nantwich Town Council.

October 2, 2025
Leighton Hospital critical care doctor appeals for more organ donors

Leighton Hospital critical care doctor appeals for more organ donors

A Leighton Hospital consultant is urging people to take two minutes to confirm their decision on the NHS Organ Donor Register in a bid to boost organ donation.

Dr Jon Broad issued the appeal saying this one simple act could save and improve the lives of up to nine patients.

October 1, 2025
RSPCA Stapeley Grange raises £2,000 from cheese and wine event

RSPCA Stapeley Grange raises £2,000 from cheese and wine event

RSPCA Stapeley Grange Wildlife Centre in Nantwich has hailed its first Cheese and Wine Evening as a big success after raising £2,150 for the centre’s work.

The event – supported by Falcon Wealth Management – brought together supporters for an evening of fine wine and cheese, music, raffle and auction at the centre on London Road.

October 1, 2025
Cllr Rachel Bailey

Cheshire East’s “upgraded” planning system slammed by councillor

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East’s “upgraded” planning system has come under fire as one councillor said she’s been inundated with complaints from residents unable to respond to consultations online.

Cllr Rachel Bailey (Audlem) said the number of complaints she’s had from Audlem residents and forwarded to planning officers “isn’t sustainable”.

October 1, 2025
Legat Owen secures trio of retail deals in Nantwich town centre

Legat Owen secures trio of retail deals in Nantwich town centre

A Commercial property consultancy says securing new tenants for three town centre units shows Nantwich is still a “thriving destination” for retailers.

Legat Owen has helped to find new tenants for the properties at 10 Swine Market, 31 Pepper Street and 3 Church Lane.

September 30, 2025
Ball in Nantwich proves glittering success for Wistaston charity

Ball in Nantwich proves glittering success for Wistaston charity

A charity dedicated to supporting women and girls marked its 10th anniversary in style with a Glitter Ball at Nantwich Football Club.

Her-Place Charitable Trust welcomed a big crowd to its women-only event which brought glamour and heaps of sparkle to the club function room.

September 30, 2025
CEC finance boss warns of tough decision to balance books

CEC finance boss warns of tough decision to balance books

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council’s head of finance has warned councillors must be prepared to take tough decisions at the February budget meeting if the council is to balance its books.

The comments from executive director of resources Ashley Hughes came after Cllr Rachel Bailey (Audlem) questioned whether the council’s leadership was aware of the “dire financial situation” the authority was in.

September 30, 2025
Dabbers Dash founder wins Everybody Leisure Chairman’s Award

Dabbers Dash founder wins Everybody Leisure Chairman’s Award

The founder of the Dabbers Dash monthly event in Nantwich has scooped a major honour at Everybody Health & Leisure’s annual awards.

Paul McIntyre, from Nantwich, was presented with the Chairman’s Award at the event hosted by Paralympian legend Tanni Grey-Thompson.

September 30, 2025
Police appeal to find missing man from Burleydam

Police appeal to find missing man from Burleydam

Police are appealing for help to trace a missing 44-year-old man from Burleydam, near Nantwich.

Matthew Burgess was last seen at around 3.45pm yesterday (September 28) on Barton Close, Burleydam.

September 29, 2025
Councillors call for villages to be protected over A530 bridge restriction

Councillors call for villages to be protected over A530 bridge restriction

Local councillors have aired concerns over the impact on rural villages near Nantwich amid a new weight restriction on a bridge on the busy A530.

The 7.5T restriction came into force today on Baddington Old Railway Bridge on the Whitchurch Road just a few hundred yards after leaving Nantwich.

September 29, 2025
Thieves break into Barony Park bowling green in Nantwich

Thieves break into Barony Park bowling green in Nantwich

Thieves smashed their way into the bowling green on Barony Park in Nantwich, causing hundreds of pounds in damage.

Bowling Club volunteers discovered the damage which happened last night (Sept 27) or early hours of today.

September 28, 2025