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Young Nantwich tennis star goes close to Wimbledon place

Young Nantwich tennis star goes close to Wimbledon place

Nantwich tennis starlet Robin Bloomer insisted he can hold his head up high despite falling just short of a dream outing at Wimbledon.

Robin, a Brine Leas School student, had the chance to book himself a spot at the world-famous venue when he competed in the HSBC Road to Wimbledon North Regional Qualifier.

June 21, 2016
Nantwich Town star Elliott Osborne joins League One Fleetwood

Nantwich Town star Elliott Osborne joins League One Fleetwood

Nantwich Town midfielder Elliott Osborne has signed for League One Fleetwood Town.

The 20-year-old midfielder, who scored 22 goals last season for the Dabbers, will link up with Barry Nicholson’s development squad in a bid to progress into the first team.

June 17, 2016
Cholmondeley Castle near Nantwich to host Rally GB in October

Cholmondeley Castle near Nantwich to host Rally GB in October

Cholmondeley Castle near Nantwich is to host a leg of 2016 Rally GB – the first time it’s been to England since 1999.

Britain’s round of the World Rally Championship has just been held in Wales in recent years.

June 17, 2016
Tour of Britain route and times in Nantwich unveiled

Tour of Britain route and times in Nantwich unveiled

The route and timings when the Tour of Britain cycling race passes through Nantwich have been released.

Cheshire East will host Stage 3 of the race, which attracts some of the biggest names of the sport in the world, on September 6.

June 14, 2016
Nantwich Town sign striker Theo Stair and Tim Sanders

Nantwich Town sign striker Theo Stair and Tim Sanders

Nantwich Town have signed striker Theo Stair from Hanley and Tim Sanders from Newcastle Town.

Stair joins a long list of Dabbers players who were developed by Crewe Alexandra before being released at 18.

June 8, 2016
Jon Moran leaves Nantwich Town for Conference side Forest Green

Jon Moran leaves Nantwich Town for Conference side Forest Green

Nantwich Town centre half Jon Moran has signed for Vanarama National League side Forest Green Rovers for an undisclosed fee.

The former Crewe Alexandra defender has caught the eye of many clubs after excellent performances in the 2015-16 campaign.

June 1, 2016
Former Crewe Alex stars return for Everall Derby charity game

Former Crewe Alex stars return for Everall Derby charity game

By Jonathan White
Former Crewe Alex and Nantwich Town stars faced each other at the Everall Derby charity football game.

Twin brothers Simon and Carl Everall organised the game in memory of friend Gareth Jones, who died of cancer aged just 31.

May 31, 2016
Nantwich Town sign former Stoke City keeper Dave Parton

Nantwich Town sign former Stoke City keeper Dave Parton

Nantwich Town have signed former Stoke City and Newcastle Town goalkeeper Dave Parton.

Parton, who has also played for Altrincham and Hednesford, arrives at the Weaver Stadium, has been described as a “big character” by Dabbers boss Phil Parkinson.

May 29, 2016
Nantwich Town agree signing of Ibou Touray

Nantwich Town agree signing of Ibou Touray

Nantwich Town have made their first signing in preparation for the 2016-17 campaign.

Ibou Touray is a powerful and athletic left back, who can also play in the left midfield position.

May 19, 2016
Walking Football is booming as Barony Nantwich top Cheshire league

Walking Football is booming as Barony Nantwich top Cheshire league

Walking Football is kicking off big time in Nantwich and Cheshire East.

And now Everybody Sport & Recreation Trust is launching more sessions to cater for growing demand.

May 16, 2016
Nantwich kick-boxing juniors triumph at British Championships

Nantwich kick-boxing juniors triumph at British Championships

A Nantwich kick-boxing gym is celebrating after young fighters scooped honours at the British Championships.

The Beastmasters gym, based at Regent’s Park, on London Road, took six juniors to compete at the WKU Championships in Solihull.

May 13, 2016
FA Vase winning team returns to Nantwich Town for book launch

FA Vase winning team returns to Nantwich Town for book launch

Supporters, officials and members of Nantwich Town’s FA Vase winning side enjoyed a reunion at the Weaver Stadium – 10 years on from the famous cup victory.

Then captain and now current manager Phil Parkinson, and then manager Steve Davis, now boss at Crewe Alexandra, were among those present – along with the trophy itself.

May 11, 2016
Railway Hotel complete Premier Division and Cup double

Railway Hotel complete Premier Division and Cup double

Railway Hotel have completed a Premier Division League and Cup double following a 3-0 win over NHB FC in the final.

Greg Moore netted a hat-trick to secure the victory.

May 9, 2016