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Nantwich Seals swim 101 miles for Cardiomyopathy UK

Nantwich Seals swim 101 miles for Cardiomyopathy UK

Nantwich Seals members swam a lung-busting 160,100 metres – to help raise more than £2,000 for charity.

The sponsored swim was in aid of Cardiomyopathy UK, a charity which helps patients and families understand diseases of the heart.

June 15, 2015
Nantwich Town new boy Matt Bell says joining was “easy choice”

Nantwich Town new boy Matt Bell says joining was “easy choice”

By Richard Scott
Nantwich Town’s new signing Matt Bell believes joining the Dabbers was an easy choice for him to make.

The former Mansfield, Leek and Kidsgrove Athletic midfielder said he was instantly sold by what the club is trying to achieve.

June 13, 2015
Nantwich Thai boxing youngsters crowned among UK’s best

Nantwich Thai boxing youngsters crowned among UK’s best

Two young siblings who train in Nantwich have been crowned among the UK’s best – at a national Thai Boxing championship.

Maddie Rowlands, aged 7, and her six-year-old brother Caleb tasted success at the WKA Championships.

June 11, 2015
Nantwich Town new boy Thornton “excited” by Dabbers move

Nantwich Town new boy Thornton “excited” by Dabbers move

By Richard Scott
Nantwich Town’s new signing Darren Thornton is hoping to be a key part of Phil Parkinson’s side next season following his arrival at the Weaver Stadium.

Thornton signed for the Dabbers from play-off winners Curzon Ashton and plays at the heart of the defence.

June 5, 2015
Athletes take on Cheshire Triathlon in wind and rain

Athletes take on Cheshire Triathlon in wind and rain

By Jonathan White
Hardy athletes battled strong winds and rain to compete in the Cheshire Triathlon in Nantwich, writes Jonathan White.

Hundreds took part in a 200 or 500m swim in the outdoor brine pool, a 20km bike ride, and finishing with a 2.5km or 5km run around Barony Park.

June 1, 2015
Nantwich Town sign Darren Thornton from Curzon Ashton

Nantwich Town sign Darren Thornton from Curzon Ashton

By Richard Scott
Nantwich Town boss Phil Parkinson has completed the signing of centre half powerhouse Darren Thornton from Curzon Ashton.

Thornton’s impressive defensive displays last season helped Curzon Ashton gain promotion to the Conference North from Evo-Stik Premier Division.

May 31, 2015
Anger as Nantwich Town scrap community football due to “intimidating” Travellers

Anger as Nantwich Town scrap community football due to “intimidating” Travellers

Nantwich Town has been forced to cancel community football sessions, blaming “intimidating” Travellers who set up camp on land next to the Weaver Stadium.

Club chiefs say the behaviour of teenagers among the Traveller families forced them to abandon sessions on Thursday and cancel the weekend session.

May 29, 2015
Nantwich Seals swimmers achieve 34 personal bests

Nantwich Seals swimmers achieve 34 personal bests

Nine Nantwich Seals swimmers made a big splash when they clocked up 34 personal bests at an event in Wales.

John Crawford, Max Austin, Tom Hales, Josh Stubbs, Mattie Currie, Cam Thomson, Harvey Zwijnen, Katie Woodbridge and Becky Moston all took part in the Llandudno gala.

May 29, 2015
Beer named after Nantwich CC batsman Livingstone’s 350

Beer named after Nantwich CC batsman Livingstone’s 350

A Nantwich Cricket Club player who hit a record-breaking innings, has now had a beer named after him!

Liam Livingstone hit 350 runs from just 138 balls for Nantwich against Caldy in a club game.

May 27, 2015
Nantwich Town re-sign ex players Mills and Short

Nantwich Town re-sign ex players Mills and Short

By Richard Scott
Nantwich Town have welcomed back two former favourites, Ben Mills and Lewis Short.

Dabbers boss Phil Parkinson and director of football operations Jon Gold have made more additions to the squad for next season.

May 26, 2015
Crewe & Nantwich U12s girls crowned champions

Crewe & Nantwich U12s girls crowned champions

The under 12s Crewe and Nantwich girls team have been crowned champions after winning their league.

The youngsters finished in top spot in the Cheshire Girls football under 12s Inter league 2015.

May 22, 2015
Matt Bell among host of new signings at Nantwich Town

Matt Bell among host of new signings at Nantwich Town

Promising centre midfielder Matt Bell is the latest to sign for Nantwich Town as Phil Parkinson’s squad continues to take shape.

The 23-year-old former Leek Town and Mansfield Town man is another strong addition to the squad.

May 21, 2015
FC Semtex retain Presidents Cup in win over NHB

FC Semtex retain Presidents Cup in win over NHB

FC Semtex retained the Presidents Cup in the final Crewe Regional Sunday League match of the season.

But they had to do it the hard way on penalties against NHB, after a thrilling 3-3 after extra-time.

May 21, 2015