Village News

Fire crews rescue cow from canal near Nantwich

Fire crews rescue cow from canal near Nantwich

Fire crews mooo-ved quickly when they rescued a cow which had become stranded in a canal near Nantwich.

The animal became stuck at the canal at Minshull Lock in Aston Juxtra Mondrum at around 1pm on Saturday (November 15th).

November 17, 2025
Van blaze drama outside popular pub in Wrenbury

Van blaze drama outside popular pub in Wrenbury

A van went up in flames outside a popular country pub in Wrenbury, Nantwich.

November 12, 2025
Wistaston Service of Remembrance 2025

Wistaston Service of Remembrance 2025

The Wistaston Memorial Hall & Community Centre on Church Lane was filled to near capacity for the 76th Annual Service of Remembrance, as the local community gathered to honour those who gave their lives in service of their country.

Wistaston Memorial Hall stands as a lasting tribute having been built in the shape of a cross more than 75 years ago in memory of the 16 men from Wistaston who lost their lives in the Second World War.

November 11, 2025
Popular Alpraham pub set to re-open after major refurbishment

Popular Alpraham pub set to re-open after major refurbishment

Popular village pub Tollemache Arms is set to reopen in Alpraham near Nantwich after a major refurbishment.

The pub, owned by Robinsons Brewery, is due to be back open on Friday November 14th.

November 10, 2025
Shavington man, 39, charged with drugs offences

Shavington man, 39, charged with drugs offences

A man from Shavington has been charged with a number of drugs offences.

Lee James was arrested on Thursday November 6th in the Woodnoth Drive area of Shavington.

November 10, 2025
Injured cyclist rescued by air ambulance near Nantwich

Injured cyclist rescued by air ambulance near Nantwich

A cyclist injured after a fall was rescued by air ambulance near Nantwich today.

The incident happened in the Norbury area, near Wrenbury, at around midday today in wet and windy conditions. (November 4th)

November 4, 2025
Fire crews tackle tractor blaze in Hankelow

Fire crews tackle tractor blaze in Hankelow

Fire crews were called out to a tractor on fire on a rural lane in Hankelow, near Nantwich.

The farm vehicle went up in smoke on Longhill Lane at around 12.15pm today (October 31).

October 31, 2025
Lilian celebrates 100th birthday at Corbrook Park Nursing Home

Lilian celebrates 100th birthday at Corbrook Park Nursing Home

A resident of Corbrook Park Nursing Home in Audlem has celebrated her 100th birthday – with a special card from King Charles and Queen Camilla!

Lilian Thompson marked her century surrounded by loving family, friends, and the home’s caring team.

October 29, 2025
Seddon Homes reveals plan for 275 homes on Stapeley land

Seddon Homes reveals plan for 275 homes on Stapeley land

Another house builder has unveiled plans to construct hundreds of homes on open land in Stapeley, Nantwich.

Seddon Homes has revealed it wants to build 275 homes on land off Broad Lane.

October 24, 2025
Thieves drop boob in Shavington after stealing knitted post box topper

Thieves drop boob in Shavington after stealing knitted post box topper

Thieves made a real “boob” when they took on the strong-minded ladies of the Shavington Knit and Natter group!

They were branded ‘scumbags’ on social media after stealing the “buns” from a knitted naked lady post box topper which was made to mark October Breast Cancer awareness month.

October 22, 2025
Crewe Concert Band to host ‘Afternoon of Remembrance’ concert in Wistaston

Crewe Concert Band to host ‘Afternoon of Remembrance’ concert in Wistaston

By Jonathan White
Crewe Concert Band are inviting the community to join them for “An Afternoon of Remembrance” concert on November 8th.

The concert of Proms and Remembrance favourites will take place from 2–4pm at Wistaston Memorial Hall, Church Lane

October 21, 2025
South Cheshire baby loss charity creates special place for families

South Cheshire baby loss charity creates special place for families

A South Cheshire charity supporting women after baby loss has unveiled a special place where they can share their grief and remember lost little loved ones.

Cherry Blossom, part of the female-led Her-Place Charitable Trust, has joined with Oxley’s Funeral Services in providing a memorial stone at St Mary’s Church in Wistaston.

October 19, 2025
Wistaston woman smashes fundraiser target in Cancer Research challenge

Wistaston woman smashes fundraiser target in Cancer Research challenge

By Jonathan White
A Wistaston woman has raised £865 for Cancer Research UK after completing a month-long walking challenge in September – smashing her original fundraising goal.

Anne Garner, who works as a Learning Mentor at Cheshire College – South & West in Crewe, took part in the national “Walk 30 Miles Challenge”.

October 18, 2025