Arts & Entertainment

Princess Elizabeth vehicle leads way at Malpas Yesteryear Rally

Princess Elizabeth vehicle leads way at Malpas Yesteryear Rally

By Jonathan White
A vehicle built by a Nantwich man and named after Princess Elizabeth before she became Queen, was the star attraction at the 47th Malpas Yesteryear Rally.

The Rally, organised by Malpas Vintage Machinery Association Limited, features steam engines, miniature steam engines, commercial vehicles, military vehicles, cars, tractors, stationary engines, motorcycles, pedal cycles, and working demonstrations.

September 19, 2022
Call for young dancers to star in Crewe Lyceum panto Aladdin

Call for young dancers to star in Crewe Lyceum panto Aladdin

Imagine Theatre is searching for talented young dancers in South Cheshire to join the ensemble cast for Crewe Lyceum’s panto Aladdin.

An open audition will take place at the Crewe Lyceum Theatre on Sunday September 18 to find young people to join the ensemble cast.

September 14, 2022
Cheshire Wildlife Trust to host “wilder weekend” at Queens Park

Cheshire Wildlife Trust to host “wilder weekend” at Queens Park

Cheshire Wildlife Trust is hosting a Wilder Weekend at Queens Park in Crewe on Saturday and Sunday September 24-25.

Visitors can experience and connect with nature through a range of wildlife themed activities, from outdoor yoga to a Big Wild Bug Hunt, storytelling, seed bomb making and more.

September 13, 2022
BeWILDerwood’s “Glowing Lantern Parade” returns to Cheshire

BeWILDerwood’s “Glowing Lantern Parade” returns to Cheshire

BeWILDerwood Cheshire’s “Glorious Glowing Lantern” event is returning this October.

The event puts the woods at Cholmondeley in a whole new light for visitors after hours.

September 12, 2022
Scooter fans enjoy Smell The 2 Stroke event in Nantwich

Scooter fans enjoy Smell The 2 Stroke event in Nantwich

By Jonathan White
Hundreds of scooter owners flocked to Nantwich for a get-together organised by Dabbers Scooter Club.

The 14th annual ‘Smell The 2 Stroke’ event took place at The Railway Hotel on Pillory Street in Nantwich on Sunday (September 4).

September 6, 2022
2022 Nantwich Food Festival hailed huge success with 40,000+ visitors

2022 Nantwich Food Festival hailed huge success with 40,000+ visitors

Organisers of the 2022 Nantwich Food Festival have hailed the three-day event a huge success.

They say it attracted 40,000+ visitors and 200 exhibitors and resulted in a town full of contented businesses.

September 5, 2022
Lyceum Studio relaunches in Crewe with new Autumn season

Lyceum Studio relaunches in Crewe with new Autumn season

Literary classics and live comedy shows are lined up when the Lyceum Studio in Crewe launches its Autumn season.

The 2022 season sets sail on Thursday September 8 with Silver & Gold, based on Robert Louis Stevenson’s Treasure Island.

August 31, 2022
Nantwich Dabbers Folk Club appeals for new members

Nantwich Dabbers Folk Club appeals for new members

The Nantwich Dabbers Folk Club is appealing for new members to join as it emerges from the Covid pandemic.

The club was founded in the lounge of the now demolished Millfield’s pub in 1987, and quickly grew into an active folk club involving top artists from across the country.

August 30, 2022
“Women in Rock” to perform at Crewe Lyceum Theatre

“Women in Rock” to perform at Crewe Lyceum Theatre

The “Women in Rock” celebration of female music anthems is heading to Crewe Lyceum Theatre next month.

It will include performances of songs of Cher, Blondie, Janis Joplin, Republica, Belinda Carlisle, Bonnie Tyler, P!nk, Suzi Quatro, Tina Turner and many more.

August 30, 2022
White Lion pub in Weston unveils £45,000 new garden area

White Lion pub in Weston unveils £45,000 new garden area

Owners of the White Lion pub and hotel in Weston have invested £45,000 to transform its outdoor space.

And they will be unveiling the new “alfresco dining” area this weekend with a Family Fun Day at the Main Road venue.

August 24, 2022
New “King Arthur” show set for Nantwich performance

New “King Arthur” show set for Nantwich performance

King Arthur is set for a reappearance – this time in Nantwich!

Award-winning writer/director and Cheshire native Dan Freeman is bringing his version of the legendary story to St Mary’s Church.

August 19, 2022
Cheerbrook Farm Shop to stage demo at Nantwich Museum

Cheerbrook Farm Shop to stage demo at Nantwich Museum

Popular Nantwich farm shop Cheerbrook will feature in activities at Nantwich Museum during the 2022 Nantwich Food Festival.

Staff from Cheerbrook, based on Newcastle road, will give a free talk and a practical demonstration with samples on the making of their Scotch Eggs at Nantwich Museum.

August 18, 2022
Nantwich Food Festival set to wow crowds on its return

Nantwich Food Festival set to wow crowds on its return

Organisers say this year’s Nantwich Food Festival will be bigger and better than ever before, despite rising prices and a three-year absence due to Covid.

They say backing from Nantwich Town Council and Cheshire East Council as well as a range of sponsors mean the festival, including chef demonstrations, can continue to be free.

August 17, 2022