Wistaston

Christmas fair in Wistaston raises thousands for Cancer Research

Christmas fair in Wistaston raises thousands for Cancer Research

By Jonathan White
The 66th annual “Cancer Research UK Xmas Fair” in Wistaston has helped to raise thousands for Cancer Research UK.

The event in the village’s Memorial Hall was organised by the Crewe & Nantwich Cancer Research UK Group.

November 24, 2022
Wistaston boy awarded medal from military children’s charity

Wistaston boy awarded medal from military children’s charity

A young Wistaston boy whose dad serves in the British Army, has been awarded a medal by military children’s charity Little Troopers.

Eight-year-old Archie Jacques has been awarded “Little Trooper of the Month” for coping with numerous challenges that come with having a parent serving in the Armed Forces.

November 23, 2022
Wistaston’s Wells Green church hosts Holly Fair 2022

Wistaston’s Wells Green church hosts Holly Fair 2022

By Jonathan White
The annual ‘Holly Fair’ in Wistaston has helped raise almost £2,000 for Wells Green Methodist Church.

The fair took place at the church on Brookland Avenue for the first time since 2019 due to the pandemic.

November 12, 2022
Wistaston to hold Cancer Research UK Xmas Fair

Wistaston to hold Cancer Research UK Xmas Fair

The 66th “Cancer Research UK Xmas Fair” takes place at Wistaston Memorial Hall on Church Lane on Saturday November 19 from 10am to 3pm.

Children will be able to visit Father Christmas (£4 per child) and receive a present from him.

November 9, 2022
‘Poppy pebbles’ painted in tribute to fallen in Wistaston

‘Poppy pebbles’ painted in tribute to fallen in Wistaston

By Jonathan White
Members of Wistaston Swans WI have hand-painted 350 pebbles to commemorate Poppy Day.

The pebbles are now on display on the low black ledge at the front and both sides of Wistaston Memorial Hall on Church Lane.

November 6, 2022
Britain in Bloom – Wistaston wins four awards including Best Town

Britain in Bloom – Wistaston wins four awards including Best Town

By Jonathan White
Wistaston has won at the ‘Britain in Bloom’ (North West) awards for the fourth year in succession.

Wistaston in Bloom won their fourth ‘Gold Award 2022 in the Town Category’, whilst Wistaston Conservation Group once again won a ‘2022 It’s Your Neighbourhood Award of Level 5 – Outstanding’ for the Joey the Swan parkland in Wistaston.

November 5, 2022
Caddick Construction step in to boost Wistaston community parade

Caddick Construction step in to boost Wistaston community parade

By Jonathan White
A local construction firm building a new three-storey office in Crewe Business Park, has sponsored a training event for Wistaston community volunteers.

Caddick Construction is supporting Wistaston Community Council (WCC) by funding training for volunteer traffic marshals and securing the future of the village processions.

October 20, 2022
Two men arrested after aggravated burglary at Wistaston home

Two men arrested after aggravated burglary at Wistaston home

Two men have been arrested by police investigating an aggravated burglary at a house in Wistaston.

A 20-year-old man and a 37-year-old man from Crewe were arrested yesterday (September 14) on suspicion of aggravated burglary following he incident on Rope Lane.

September 15, 2022
Wistaston ‘Duck Race and Children’s Model Boat Race’ returns after pandemic

Wistaston ‘Duck Race and Children’s Model Boat Race’ returns after pandemic

By Jonathan White
The 25th Community Duck Race and Children’s Model Boat Race made its return to Joey the Swan recreation ground in Wistaston.

The event was opened by Wistaston Rose Queen Emily Edge. The 11-year-old was crowned by Revd Mike Turnbull at St Mary’s Church, Wistaston in June.

September 12, 2022
Memorial concert in memory of Wistaston stalwart John White

Memorial concert in memory of Wistaston stalwart John White

A concert in memory of John White took place at Wistaston Memorial Hall.

The concert, organised by Diane Edge-Robinson (Chair of Wistaston Memorial Hall), featured Crewe Concert Band.

August 23, 2022
Wistaston Duck Race and Children’s Model Boat Race returns

Wistaston Duck Race and Children’s Model Boat Race returns

By Jonathan White
The annual Wistaston ‘Duck Race and Children’s Model Boat Race’ makes a welcome return after the pandemic.

The event is scheduled for Saturday September 10 at the Joey the Swan recreation ground in Wistaston.

August 11, 2022
Mum begs CEC to rethink A530 diversions after baby’s near death journey

Mum begs CEC to rethink A530 diversions after baby’s near death journey

A Wistaston mum has begged council bosses to revise A530 closure diversions after a heartbreaking journey almost cost the life of her nine-month-old baby.

Dawn Nelson fears that in a life critical situation, the route to Leighton Hospital is too long and slow, and is confusing for many drivers.

July 8, 2022
Wistaston walkers take part in challenge for cancer charity

Wistaston walkers take part in challenge for cancer charity

By Jonathan White
Wistaston woman Anne Garner joined friends to complete the “Pink Ribbon Walk” in Derbyshire to help raise funds for Breast Cancer Now.

Ann, a learning mentor at Cheshire College – South & West,  participated in the event at Chatsworth House a year after the original event was postponed due to the pandemic.

July 6, 2022