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Nantwich sparkles at second annual Christmas Tree Festival

Nantwich sparkles at second annual Christmas Tree Festival

The heart of Nantwich was aglow with festive cheer when St Mary’s Nantwich hosted the 2nd annual Christmas Tree Festival.

The event supports and raises vital funds for St Luke’s Hospice.

December 6, 2024
RSPCA Stapeley Grange to stage festive fundraiser on Sunday

RSPCA Stapeley Grange to stage festive fundraiser on Sunday

RSPCA Stapeley Grange wildlife centre and cattery in Nantwich is hoping for plenty of support at their annual festive fundraiser.

The centre on London Road is holding its popular Christmas fair on Sunday (December 8) with a range of fun and festive activities for all ages.

December 4, 2024
Wear your festive knitwear for St Luke’s Christmas Jumper Day

Wear your festive knitwear for St Luke’s Christmas Jumper Day

St Luke’s Cheshire Hospice are looking for local businesses and community groups to wear their festive knitwear for Hospice care as part of Christmas Jumper Day.

Workplaces are encouraged to ‘Step into Christmas’ on Thursday December 12 by letting their staff wear their favourite seasonal jumpers.

December 3, 2024
All aboard for Santa steam train rides in Nantwich

All aboard for Santa steam train rides in Nantwich

By Jonathan White
Families are in for a festive treat this December as Santa steam train rides return to Nantwich Methodist Church.

The rides will run every Saturday morning (10am to noon) on December 7th, 14th, and 21st on the outdoor miniature-gauge 7 ¼” track next to the church on Hospital Street.

December 2, 2024
Nantwich Christmas Tree Festival set to raise money for hospice

Nantwich Christmas Tree Festival set to raise money for hospice

By Jonathan White
The 2nd annual Christmas Tree Festival in aid of St Luke’s Hospice, takes place at St Mary’s Church  in Nantwich today through to Sunday November 24.

The opening times for viewings are Friday (10am-8pm), Saturday (9:30am-3pm) and Sunday (1-5pm). Entry fee = £3 per person (no booking required).

November 22, 2024
Round Table repairs crumbling Santa float in time for Nantwich tour

Round Table repairs crumbling Santa float in time for Nantwich tour

Members of Crewe & Nantwich Round Table are completing their final preparations for their annual pre-Christmas float fortnight of collections around Nantwich.

And this year has been harder work than ever – with Santa’s float needing a major facelift!

November 15, 2024
Visitors view the Tree of Light

Nantwich set to unveil “Tree of Light” this weekend

Families will come together in Nantwich town square this Sunday (November 3) as the Tree of Light is unveiled.

The tree, which is lit up outside St Mary’s Church, gives residents a chance to remember the loss of loved ones and think about those less fortunate than ourselves.

November 1, 2024
St Luke’s Hospice and Mornflake team up for “Elf Run”

St Luke’s Hospice and Mornflake team up for “Elf Run”

Thousands of school children across South Cheshire are being encouraged to get fit and “Elfie” this Christmas to raise funds for St Luke’s Hospice.

The Hospice, backed by local breakfast firm Mornflake, is calling on schools to sign up for its annual Elf Run festive fundraiser.

October 30, 2024
Rotary clubs in Nantwich and Crewe support World Polio Day

Rotary clubs in Nantwich and Crewe support World Polio Day

Rotary Clubs in Nantwich and Crewe are joining the national support of World Polio Day on October 24.

The Rotary Club of Crewe and Nantwich Weaver have committed £500 towards the campaign and the Rotary Club of Crewe is planting crocus corms in Queens Park on October 27.

October 20, 2024
Rotary Club unveils Santa Float routes in Nantwich

Rotary Club unveils Santa Float routes in Nantwich

Ho ho ho! Christmas, unbelievably, is just around the corner.

And that means the ever popular Santa Float will be visiting all corners of Nantwich.

October 17, 2024
Granary Arts Cafe in Nantwich to stage Mind fundraiser

Granary Arts Cafe in Nantwich to stage Mind fundraiser

A fundraising night of experimental post punk will take place at The Granary Arts Cafe in Nantwich.

The event, which aims to raise money for Mid Cheshire Mind, will take place at the venue on Welsh Row on October 26.

October 4, 2024
Bryony backs fundraising bounce-a-thon at Wingate Centre

Bryony backs fundraising bounce-a-thon at Wingate Centre

Nantwich’s Olympic gold medallist Bryony Page has leapt to support a sponsored Bounce-a-thon which will help raise vital funds.

The event will take place at The Wingate Centre in Wrenbury, where Bryony trained as a youngster before going on to Olympics stardom.

September 27, 2024
Lighting up Nantwich with Christmas Tree Festival

Lighting up Nantwich with Christmas Tree Festival

Nantwich is set to shine this November as St Luke’s Hospice hosts its Christmas Tree Festival once again.

Organisers say the festive celebration will be bigger and better than ever.

September 25, 2024