Village News

Huge 660-home development plans for Wistaston unveiled

Huge 660-home development plans for Wistaston unveiled

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
A large 660-home estate, together with 60-bed care home and local centre including shops is proposed for land at Wistaston.

An environmental impact assessment (EIA) scoping report from planning agent Turley, states applicant Hawthorn Estates Investments intends to submit an outline application to Cheshire East Council for the scheme on land off Wistaston Green Road.

May 22, 2025
Sarah (right) and Katherine during a recent training walk

Willaston woman to take on mud and miles in Race for Life Challenge

By Jonathan White
A Willaston woman is gearing up for a muddy, adrenaline-fuelled adventure in support of Cancer Research UK.

Sarah Iggo, 48, will team up with friends Beth, Jen, and Katherine – collectively known as the Wacky Racers – to take on the ‘Tatton Park Pretty Muddy 5K’ on Saturday July 26.

May 21, 2025
The retirement living scheme proposed for Maylands Park, Nantwich (Bower Mattin)

Plans for 49 retirement apartments in Nantwich set to be approved

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Plans for a 49-apartment retirement living scheme on Maylands Park in Nantwich have been recommended for approval.

The application site is part of a larger area to the south of Peter De Stapleigh Way at Stapeley which was granted permission on appeal in 2020 for mixed-use development.

May 21, 2025
Developer eyes 75 new homes on Batherton fields in Nantwich

Developer eyes 75 new homes on Batherton fields in Nantwich

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Around 75 homes could be on the way for farm land off Broad Lane in Nantwich.

Nightingale Land is considering seeking planning permission for a residential development on a 3.82-hectare field bounded by agricultural land to the south and east, properties off Broad Lane to the north and Batherton Lane to the west.

May 19, 2025
Bunbury Village Day “Summer Sounds” line-up unveiled

Bunbury Village Day “Summer Sounds” line-up unveiled

Organisers of Bunbury Village Day have unveiled the full line-up of the event to be staged on June 14.

The Village Day, now in its 56th year, will be turning up the volume with a celebration of music and a day of Summer Sounds.

May 18, 2025
History comes to life for Calveley Academy pupils on VE Day

History comes to life for Calveley Academy pupils on VE Day

Pupils and staff at Calveley Primary Academy commemorated the 80th anniversary of VE Day with a vibrant street party celebration held on the school field.

Under glorious sunshine, the school community came together to mark the historical occasion.

May 16, 2025
Appeal after crash in Shavington leaves victim seriously injured

Appeal after crash in Shavington leaves victim seriously injured

A man has been left with “life-changing” injuries following a crash in Shavington.

Police are appealing for information and video footage following the incident last month at the junction of Main Road and Rope Lane.

May 13, 2025
Wybunbury Fig Pie Wakes 2025 – rolling into its 30th year

Wybunbury Fig Pie Wakes 2025 – rolling into its 30th year

By Jonathan White
The 30th annual ‘Wybunbury Fig Pie Wakes’ will take place in Wybunbury on Saturday June 7.

The family-friendly event is organised primarily by the Wybunbury Tower Preservation Trust and starts at 1pm.

May 10, 2025
South Cheshire Concert Band to host 80th VE Day concert in Wistaston

South Cheshire Concert Band to host 80th VE Day concert in Wistaston

By Jonathan White
The South Cheshire Concert Band will mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day with a special ’80th VE Celebration Concert’ on Friday (May 9).

The concert will take place at Wistaston Memorial Hall, on Church Lane, from 7.30pm.

May 5, 2025
The Olde Barbridge Inn managers delighted at reopening

The Olde Barbridge Inn managers delighted at reopening

The Olde Barbridge Inn village pub near Nantwich has reopened under new management after a £500,000 investment from Punch Pubs & Co.

The pub is now managed by experienced hospitality professionals Helen and Jamie, who are eager to bring their vision to life and restore the pub to its former glory.

May 3, 2025
Cllr Janet Clowes

Wybunbury councillor stepping down as Conservative group leader

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Councillor Janet Clowes is stepping down as leader of the Conservative group on Cheshire East Council due to ill health.

The Wybunbury councillor was rushed to hospital last month after she collapsed and was unconscious for some time.

April 30, 2025
Prolific sex offender, 81, formerly of Audlem jailed for 46 years

Prolific sex offender, 81, formerly of Audlem jailed for 46 years

A prolific sex offender formerly of Audlem who spent almost 30 years “living in paradise” has finally been jailed.

Richard Burrows was sentenced at Chester Crown Court today (April 30) to a total of 46 years in prison and ordered to sign the sex offenders register for life.

April 30, 2025
St Mary’s in Acton marks Easter with butterflies and blooms

St Mary’s in Acton marks Easter with butterflies and blooms

By Jonathan White
Historic Grade I-listed St Mary’s Church in Acton was transformed into a stunning display over Easter.

The popular “Tea at the Tower” took on a special Easter flair as guests enjoyed hot drinks, homemade cakes and hospitality amid seasonal decorations inside and out.

April 25, 2025