Arts & Entertainment

RallyFest at Cholmondeley Castle delights massive crowds

RallyFest at Cholmondeley Castle delights massive crowds

By Jonathan White
RallyFest returned to Cholmondeley Castle in Cheshire after its debut at the venue last year.

The event provided a family-friendly full day of thrilling entertainment for visitors of all ages.

November 1, 2017
Kaleidoscope 3 exhibition opens at Nantwich Museum

Kaleidoscope 3 exhibition opens at Nantwich Museum

Kaleidoscope 3, an exhibition of paintings by Gordon Lancaster, has opened at Nantwich Museum.

It is a collection of work by local artist Gordon Lancaster, building on the success of two earlier exhibitions at the Pillory Street venue.

October 30, 2017
PICTURE SPECIAL: Thousands enjoy another sparkling Nantwich Spooktacular

PICTURE SPECIAL: Thousands enjoy another sparkling Nantwich Spooktacular

Thousands of people young and old marvelled at a stunning firework display and enjoyed Halloween fancy dress at another successful Nantwich Spooktacular.

The weather was kind and visitors from across the region packed in to Dorfold Park showground to enjoy the annual event.

October 29, 2017
‘Very Best in Stand Up’ returns to Nantwich Civic on November 3

‘Very Best in Stand Up’ returns to Nantwich Civic on November 3

‘The Very Best In Stand Up’ returns to Nantwich Civic Hall on Friday November 3, with four top class comics guaranteed to bring fireworks.

The first act of the evening is Paul McCaffrey.

October 23, 2017
Shavington Academy to stage Peter Pan musical this weekend

Shavington Academy to stage Peter Pan musical this weekend

Stars of Shavington Academy Theatre are back on stage this weekend as Must See Musicals present JM Barrie’s classic tale Peter Pan.

Performances are taking place at the academy theatre on Rope Lane in Shavington on Saturday and Sunday October 21 and 22, 2.15pm and 7.15pm.

October 19, 2017
Words and Music Festival wows audiences in Nantwich

Words and Music Festival wows audiences in Nantwich

The tenth Words and Music Festival in Nantwich is hitting all the right notes with fans, say organisers.

The week-long festival has pulled in crowds to eight venues around the town, with tickets still available for some shows.

October 12, 2017
Nantwich musician Tim Lee launches latest album at concert

Nantwich musician Tim Lee launches latest album at concert

By Jonathan White
Talented Nantwich musician Tim Lee has launched his latest album at an intimate concert in Cheshire.

Tim performed his new work “And into the Woods” to an appreciative audience at ‘The Electric Church’ independent record store and coffee shop in Winsford.

October 8, 2017
Nantwich Singers team up with children’s choir for special concert

Nantwich Singers team up with children’s choir for special concert

The Nantwich Singers are teaming up with local children’s choir SING!@StMary’s and young singers from Brine Leas School for a one-off performance.

They will perform together John Rutter’s “Mass of the Children” at St Mary’s Church in Nantwich on October 14.

October 3, 2017
Beeston Castle to stage Autumn Fair this weekend

Beeston Castle to stage Autumn Fair this weekend

A celebration of autumn comes to Beeston Castle and Woodland Park this weekend as the castle celebrates its annual Autumn Fair.

Falconry displays, music and other outdoor entertainments are on offer as well as a chance to explore the castle’s 4,000-year history and 40 acres of woodland park.

October 2, 2017
Crewe singer Oli Ng to perform at Nantwich Words & Music Festival

Crewe singer Oli Ng to perform at Nantwich Words & Music Festival

Crewe based singer-songwriter Oli Ng is set to open Nantwich’s iconic Words & Music Festival, by supporting indie rock trio, Little Comets.

The week-long festival hosts live and original music and poetry, welcoming the likes of The Magic Numbers, Echo and the Bunneymen’s Ian Mchulloch and Dr John Cooper Clarke over its ten-year history.

October 2, 2017
Storage Hunters auctioneer Sean Kelly comes to Crewe Lyceum

Storage Hunters auctioneer Sean Kelly comes to Crewe Lyceum

Storage Hunters presenter Sean Kelly is bringing his UK tour to Crewe Lyceum in October.

The auctioneer has developed a cult following in the US and UK thanks to the reality TV series broadcast on Dave.

September 30, 2017
What’s On: Nantwich Library events in October

What’s On: Nantwich Library events in October

Nantwich Library on Beam Street is staging a series of events in October.

Between Octobner 2-6, the venue is involved in Get Online Week 2017.

September 29, 2017
Charlie Baker to headline latest Very Best in Stand Up in Nantwich

Charlie Baker to headline latest Very Best in Stand Up in Nantwich

Fans’ favourite Charlie Baker is back in Nantwich next week to headline the latest ‘Very Best in Stand Up’.

The brilliant Baker’s delivery style has earned him a reputation as one the top showmen in the UK.

September 27, 2017