Charity events

RSPCA Stapeley to stage Masquerade Ball fundraiser

RSPCA Stapeley to stage Masquerade Ball fundraiser

A huge Masquerade Ball to raise money for the RSPCA centre in Nantwich is to be held at Crewe Hall on November 2.

It is hoped the glitzy bash will raise thousands of pounds for the RSPCA’s Stapeley Grange Wildlife Centre and Cattery.

October 7, 2019
Queen tribute band QE2 to perform in Nantwich

Queen tribute band QE2 to perform in Nantwich

Queen tribute band ‘QE2’ will perform a fund-raising concert at Studio Nantwich on October 11.

The club on Castle Street will open from 8.30pm for the  over 18s only event.

October 1, 2019
RSPCA Stapeley to stage sponsored dog walk to raise funds

RSPCA Stapeley to stage sponsored dog walk to raise funds

Dogs and their humans are invited to take part in a sponsored dog walk to raise money for RSPCA Stapeley Grange and RSPCA Crewe & Nantwich branch.

September 12, 2019
“Rock for Heroes” concert to be staged at Crewe Lyceum

“Rock for Heroes” concert to be staged at Crewe Lyceum

The fundraising “Rock for Heroes” concert is heading to the Crewe Lyceum on October 26.

‘Rock for Heroes’ fundraises in support of Help for Heroes and so far has raised more than £18,000 on its current UK tour.

September 12, 2019
Electro 80s fund-raising concert at The Studio in Nantwich

Electro 80s fund-raising concert at The Studio in Nantwich

1980s Electronica tribute band ‘Electro 80s’ will perform a fund-raising concert at Studio Nantwich on Castle Street on Friday September 13.

Admission is free with donations to Macmillan Cancer Support.

September 8, 2019
The Cat FM to stage charity shows at Crewe Lyceum

The Cat FM to stage charity shows at Crewe Lyceum

The Cat 107.9 FM is holding two charity fundraising performances at the Crewe Lyceum Theatre next month.

The Crewe and Nantwich community station will be staging Dance, Sing, Play supported by local artists and performers to raise money for two local charities on Saturday September 14.

August 30, 2019
Dementia Action Week to turn Nantwich “blue”

Dementia Action Week to turn Nantwich “blue”

Nantwich could be turned blue next year by supporters of Dementia Action Week.

The week, in May 2020, aims to raise awareness and sets out to have fun helping the town become more dementia friendly.

August 15, 2019
Teddy bear’s Picnic at Cholmondeley Castle provides boost for Wingate Centre

Teddy bear’s Picnic at Cholmondeley Castle provides boost for Wingate Centre

Everyone had a lovely time at The Teddy Bear’s Picnic – and helped raise vital funds for Wingate Centre near Nantwich.

The sun shone and local families enjoyed a fabulous day out in the grounds of Cholmondeley Castle.

July 25, 2019
RSPCA Stapeley Grange to stage 25th anniversary summer fair

RSPCA Stapeley Grange to stage 25th anniversary summer fair

RSPCA Stapeley Grange wildlife centre and cattery in Nantwich is starting its 25th anniversary celebrations with a summer fair this weekend.

Stapeley Grange, in London Road, opened in 1994 and since then has seen tens of thousands of animals come through its doors.

July 5, 2019
PICTURE SPECIAL: Wybunbury Fig Pie Wakes attracts thousands of visitors

PICTURE SPECIAL: Wybunbury Fig Pie Wakes attracts thousands of visitors

By Jonathan White
Thousands of people braved the wind and rain to enjoy the quirky annual Wybunbury Fig Pie Wakes.

The event, organised by the Wybunbury Tower Preservation Trust, dates back at least 200 years though stopped in 1920.

June 9, 2019
Charity 50s/60s disco to be held at Crewe Vagrants

Charity 50s/60s disco to be held at Crewe Vagrants

A charity 50/60s disco is to be held at Crewe Vagrants in Willaston in aid of two life-saving causes.

The event at the Newcastle Road sports club aims to raise funds for Bloodwise and Macmillan Cancer Support.

May 30, 2019
Nantwich Museum annual plant and book sale on June 8

Nantwich Museum annual plant and book sale on June 8

The annual plant sale organised by Nantwich Museum Trust to boost museum funds will take place on Saturday June 8.

The sale will run between 10.30am and 12.30pm, offering a selection of keenly priced plants.

May 28, 2019
CVS to stage Easter Egg hunt at Queens Park in Crewe

CVS to stage Easter Egg hunt at Queens Park in Crewe

Community & Voluntary Services Cheshire East will host a free fun-filled Easter egg hunt in Queens Park in Crewe on Thursday April 18 from 11am.

April 15, 2019