Arts & Entertainment

Nigel Stonier, organiser of Words and Music Festival

New “open mic” night launched in Nantwich by festival organisers

The organisers of Nantwich’s Words and Music festival have launched a new “open mic” regular event in the town.

Called “Tuesdays”, the event will be held at the Red Cow pub on Beam Street every two weeks.

January 26, 2024
Geoff Norcott brings “Basic Bloke” show to Crewe Lyceum

Geoff Norcott brings “Basic Bloke” show to Crewe Lyceum

Geoff Norcott brings his “Basic Bloke” UK tour to Crewe Lyceum on March 22.

Norcott is familiar face on TV appearing on Have I Got News For You, A League Of Their Own, The Last Leg, Would I Lie to You?, Live At The Apollo, 8 Out of Ten Cats, Backstage With Katherine Ryan and others.

January 23, 2024
True story of Post Office scandal comes to Crewe Lyceum

True story of Post Office scandal comes to Crewe Lyceum

The explosive Post Office scandal story which has rocked the UK in recent weeks will be told in a special show at Crewe Lyceum in April.

It tells the story of how hundreds of innocent people fought to clear their names after being pursued by the Post Office through the criminal courts because the faulty IT system.

January 22, 2024
Brine Leas in Nantwich

New Creative Writing course launches at Brine Leas in Nantwich

A new seven-week course on Creative Writing is set to start at Brine Leas Academy in Nantwich.

The course, run by Liam Doran, will launch on Thursday 25th January, from 7pm to 9pm.

January 13, 2024
Nantwich Young Farmers Club stage annual charity show

Nantwich Young Farmers Club stage annual charity show

Nantwich Young Farmers Club are about to stage their annual fundraising show at Acton Village Hall this month.

The first performance of their panto “Beauty and the Beast” is tonight from 7.30pm and is just £5 entry.

January 10, 2024
Town gears up for ‘Battle of Nantwich’ re-enactment 2024

Town gears up for ‘Battle of Nantwich’ re-enactment 2024

By Jonathan White
The town is gearing up for one its busiest days of the year later this month when The Battle of Nantwich re-enactment takes place.

This year the “Holly Holy Day” event takes place on Saturday January 27 in and around Nantwich town centre and on Mill Island.

January 9, 2024
“Abigail’s Party” to be staged by Nantwich Players

“Abigail’s Party” to be staged by Nantwich Players

Nantwich Players are to stage their latest drama production with its version of Mike Leigh’s ‘Abigail’s Party’ next month.

This seemingly ordinary suburban gathering spirals into a captivating exploration of human relationships and social dynamics.

January 6, 2024
English Civil War exhibition comes to Nantwich

English Civil War exhibition comes to Nantwich

“English Civil War Comes to Nantwich” opens on Tuesday January 9 at Nantwich Museum.

The exhibition, which runs until Saturday February 3, outlines the war which arrived in the town in 1643 when it became a Parliamentarian garrison.

December 28, 2023
Musicians promote Christmas album in aid of local charity

Musicians promote Christmas album in aid of local charity

By Jonathan White
A ‘Winter Party’ was held at Crewe Library with a mixture of music and poetry.

The festive treat was organised by Angus Varley from Crewe Library, with assistance from Deborah Edgeley and Mark Sheeky.

December 21, 2023
“Within the Loop” exhibition opens at Nantwich Museum

“Within the Loop” exhibition opens at Nantwich Museum

An exhibition called “Within the Loop” by Threadmill has opened at Nantwich Museum and will run until Saturday 17 February.

The Cheshire-based Threadmill Textile Artists display of work is the Millennium Gallery at the Pillory Street venue.

December 11, 2023
Nantwich Choral Society to spread festive joy with family concert

Nantwich Choral Society to spread festive joy with family concert

Nantwich Choral Society is limbering up for its popular Family Christmas Concert at St Mary’s Church.

It takes place 6.30 pm on Wednesday December 20.

December 9, 2023
Nantwich Concert Band to stage December 10 performance

Nantwich Concert Band to stage December 10 performance

Nantwich Concert Band are to perform their annual Christmas Concert in the town on December 10.

It will take place in Nantwich Civic Hall at starts at 2.30pm.

November 28, 2023
Magical Woodland hosts Christmas Light Trail launch event

Magical Woodland hosts Christmas Light Trail launch event

More than 1,000 guests entered the Christmas spirit for a spectacular festive launch event for The Magical Woodland at Blakemere Village in Cheshire.

Stars of stage, television, radio and football were among the first to see this year’s stunning light trail set in 15 acres of stunning countryside.

November 28, 2023