Arts & Entertainment

Nantwich Pride set to return with two-day celebration in July

Nantwich Pride set to return with two-day celebration in July

Nantwich Pride 2026 arrives in the town in July for a two-day celebration.

The event starts on Friday 17th July with a special opening event featuring Elvis (Paul Larcombe) at Nantwich Civic Hall.

June 14, 2026
Combermere Abbey welcomes summer with June Garden Open Day

Combermere Abbey welcomes summer with June Garden Open Day

Combermere Abbey near Nantwich will open the gates to its historic gardens for a special Garden Open Day on June 11th.

Open to the public from 11am to 3pm, guests can explore 10 acres of the 12th Century estate’s gardens.

June 6, 2026
Panto queen Su Pollard joins cast for Crewe Lyceum Christmas show

Panto queen Su Pollard joins cast for Crewe Lyceum Christmas show

National treasure and “Queen of Pantomime” Su Pollard is heading to Crewe Lyceum this Christmas to star in the family pantomime Sleeping Beauty.

Celebrating 52 years in showbusiness this year, Su joins previously announced panto favourites Malcolm Lord and Ste Johnston.

June 4, 2026
“Across the Tracks” footbridge exhibition launches at Nantwich Museum

“Across the Tracks” footbridge exhibition launches at Nantwich Museum

A new exhibition called “Across the Tracks – The Art of Nantwich Station Footbridge” is to be held at Nantwich Museum between June 9th-20th.

The footbridge – its design, construction and condition – is the subject of the temporary exhibition, curated by Malcolm Reid.

June 2, 2026
Aerial view of Worm Charming Championships at Willaston Primary

Worm Charming World Championships return to Willaston

By Jonathan White
The annual Worm Charming Annual Championships are set to take place in Willaston on Saturday June 13th.

The event is one of the UK’s quirkier competitions which attracts participants and media from around the world.

June 1, 2026
Ukulele Fun Nights strike chord across South Cheshire

Ukulele Fun Nights strike chord across South Cheshire

By Jonathan White
Music lovers are being invited to tune up and turn out for a packed programme of Ukulele Fun Nights with the next toe-tapping evening set for Friday (May 22nd).

The events are hosted by the South Cheshire Branch of the George Formby Society on the fourth Friday of every month from 7pm to 10pm at Wistaston Memorial Hall, Church Lane.

May 20, 2026
Very Best in Stand Up ends live comedy season on high with June show

Very Best in Stand Up ends live comedy season on high with June show

The Very Best In Stand Up will ends its current season on a high with four top comedians set to entertain at Nantwich Civic Hall on June 5th.

Promoters have saved one of their strongest line-ups for the final show before the annual summer break.

May 19, 2026
Nantwich Concert Band performs at Nantwich Civic Hall

Nantwich Concert Band to perform spring concert in Civic Hall

By Jonathan White
Music lovers in Nantwich are in for a treat as Nantwich Concert Band joins forces with the award-winning Lions Youth Brass for a Spring Concert at Nantwich Civic Hall.

The event on Sunday 14th June promises an uplifting evening celebrating the best of concert band and brass music.

May 19, 2026
Marbury Merry Days draws thousands for 45th anniversary weekend

Marbury Merry Days draws thousands for 45th anniversary weekend

Thousands of visitors descended on the picturesque village of Marbury near Nantwich as Marbury Merry Days returned for its 45th annual celebration.

Held in the field beside St Michael and All Angels Church and the scenic Marbury Big Mere, the traditional two-day country fair once again proved a hit with families and visitors.

May 11, 2026
REVIEW: South West Cheshire Scouts Gang Show at Lyceum

REVIEW: South West Cheshire Scouts Gang Show at Lyceum

By Claire Faulkner
South West Cheshire Scouts have brought the Gang Show back to the Lyceum this week with an entertaining return for this much-loved traditional show.

Featuring Cubs, Scouts and Explorers, the production is a lively variety show with song, dance and comedy with an infectious sense of enthusiasm.

May 8, 2026
Marbury Merry Days set for spectacular return this weekend

Marbury Merry Days set for spectacular return this weekend

By Jonathan White
One of South Cheshire’s most cherished country fairs is back this weekend as Marbury Merry Days returns for its 45th year.

The two-day fair, which takes place on Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th May, is set in a picturesque field in Marbury, near Wrenbury, with a host of entertainment for all ages.

May 6, 2026
Bridgemere Garden Centre to stage new food festival in June

Bridgemere Garden Centre to stage new food festival in June

A new food festival serving up a dish of celebrity chefs, global flavours and live entertainment will be staged at Bridgemere Garden Centre in Nantwich next month.

The festival in the Bridgemere Show Gardens will take place on Saturday 27th June and Sunday 28th June.

May 4, 2026
Malcolm Lord and Ste Johnston return for Lyceum panto

Malcolm Lord and Ste Johnston return for Lyceum panto

Panto favourites Malcolm Lord and Ste Johnston are to return to the Crewe Lyceum stage with their trademark festive chaos in Sleeping Beauty, the venue has announced.

The much-loved duo will celebrate their fifth year working together as a double act in South Cheshire with Malcolm looking forward to his tenth consecutive year.

May 3, 2026