By Jonathan White
Thousands of people witnessed the 52nd annual Battle of Nantwich ‘Holly Holy Day’ English Civil War re-enactment in glorious winter sunshine.
Activities took place during the day at St Mary’s Acton, St Mary’s Nantwich, Nantwich Museum, Pillory Street pillory, and the town square.
The South Cheshire National Trust Association has unveiled a series afternoon talks to take place in Nantwich.
The first will take place on Wednesday January 29 at 2pm at Nantwich Football Stadium off Waterlode, with free car parking available.
By Jonathan White
The town is gearing up for the annual “Battle of Nantwich” Holly Holy Day event which takes place on Saturday January 25.
The Sealed Knot troops will gather to re-enact the original battle which took place in 1644, marking the end of the siege of the town during the English Civil War.
Richmond Villages Nantwich has been named as headline sponsor for the annual Battle of Nantwich re-enactment.
The event, to take place on January 25, draws thousands of visitors each year.
Nantwich Players has been shortlisted for eight National Operatic and Dramatic Association (NODA) awards.
The amateur theatre group, based on Love Lane in Nantwich, have ben nominated for a range of awards.
The South Cheshire National Trust Association has handed out £5,000 to local causes at its latest meeting in Nantwich.
More than 80 members were at the Nantwich Town stadium to watch the annual presentation of money raised to benefit National Trust projects.
Two festive concerts will be taking place in Nantwich on December 21 and 22 to get residents in the Christmas mood!
On Saturday December 21, Nantwich Choral Society will hold their Christmas Carol Concert at St Mary’s Church in Nantwich.
A new community initiative aimed at promoting men’s mental health and physical wellbeing is launching in Nantwich.
The group, part of the national ‘Men Walking and Talking’ network, will hold its first walk on Wednesday December 18 at 6.30pm from the Nantwich War Memorial in the town centre.
By Jonathan White
Organisers of the annual “Holly Holy Day” Battle of Nantwich re-enactment are calling for more volunteers to help bring the historic event to life.
The re-enactment, a staple in the town’s calendar, commemorates the 1644 siege and subsequent victory during the English Civil War.
The Nantwich Singers will be giving their Christmas Concert “The Ivy and the Holly?” in St Mary’s Church in Nantwich on December 15.
Starting at 3pm, the concert will help put residents in a festive mood with new twists on old favourites, carols to join in with, poetry, and some new classics.
South Cheshire National Trust Association has donated £5,000 to local National Trust projects.
At its latest meeting in Nantwich, members voted for £2,500 to go to Little Moreton Hall, £1,250 to Bickerton Hill and £1,250 to Chirk Castle.
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.
The Nantwich Singers have been invited to take part in the Victoria Hall’s Organ Prom series this year.
The group will be making its debut in Hanley on Saturday November 23 at midday.
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