Clubs & Societies

New group launches in Nantwich for neurodiverse ladies

New group launches in Nantwich for neurodiverse ladies

A new group to support women in Nantwich with neurodivergent conditions has launched.

The group aims to help ladies aged 18 and over who find socialising awkward.

May 4, 2025
Peacock Railway in Willaston to stage VE celebration

Peacock Railway in Willaston to stage VE celebration

The Peacock Railway in Willaston is throwing open its doors this Sunday (May 4) for a special VE celebration public open day.

The railway, behind The Peacock pub off Crewe Road, is home to the South Cheshire Model Engineering Society.

April 30, 2025
Cheshire Wildlife Trust launches photography competition

Cheshire Wildlife Trust launches photography competition

Cheshire Wildlife Trust is looking for the best photos of wildlife and wild places across Cheshire for their photography competition.

From all of the entries, 12 winners and 12 runners up will feature in the Trust’s 2026 calendar.

April 24, 2025
Elvis is back in town with Crewe Vagrants show

Elvis is back in town with Crewe Vagrants show

Crewe Vagrants Cricket Club in Willaston is hosting a one-off Elvis spectacular next month.

JD King will return as Elvis for a “one night only” performance on Saturday May 3rd at the club on Newcastle Road.

April 21, 2025
The Farmer’s Pants cycle rides return to Ravensmoor

The Farmer’s Pants cycle rides return to Ravensmoor

By Jonathan White
“The Farmer’s Pants” free 11-mile cycle rides are returning to Ravensmoor near Nantwich.

They take place every Friday evening from Marsh Lane in the village of Ravensmoor.

April 17, 2025
Peacock Railway in Willaston draws crowds on first 2025 public day

Peacock Railway in Willaston draws crowds on first 2025 public day

By Jonathan White
Hundreds of people enjoyed the first public running day of 2025 at the popular Peacock Railway in Willaston.

The miniature-gauge railway, behind The Peacock Inn on Crewe Road, is run by the South Cheshire Model Engineering Society.

April 8, 2025
Military Vehicle Trust members to attend Nantwich events

Military Vehicle Trust members to attend Nantwich events

Members of the Military Vehicle Trust are set to attend two Nantwich events in April.

The largest organisation of ex-military vehicle owners and enthusiasts will be at the Hack Green secret bunker near Nantwich on April 6 and weekend of April 19-20.

March 30, 2025
Nantwich Concert Band entertain 60s music lovers

Nantwich Concert Band entertain 60s music lovers

By Jonathan White
Music lovers in Nantwich were treated to a nostalgic performance by Nantwich Concert Band who staged a spectacular “Sounds of the Sixties” concert.

The event, at Nantwich Town FC, pulled in an enthusiastic audience eager to relive the golden era of music.

March 24, 2025
Nantwich Players Youth Theatre presents “Our Town”

Nantwich Players Youth Theatre presents “Our Town”

Nantwich Players Youth Theatre are to present Thornton Wilder’s “Our Town”.

Set in the small town of Grover’s Corners, the production follows the lives of its residents as they navigate love, family, work, and loss.

March 18, 2025
Nantwich Rotary donated plaque by masonry firm

Nantwich Rotary donated plaque by masonry firm

Nantwich Rotary has presented a Certificate of Appreciation to local firm Rogers Masonry.

The firm’s directors Robin Barrett and Adrian Reynolds created a plaque which they donated to the rotary club

March 15, 2025
Peacock Railway in Nantwich gears up for 2025 season opener

Peacock Railway in Nantwich gears up for 2025 season opener

Railway enthusiasts and families are in for a treat as The Peacock Railway in Nantwich is set to stage its 2025 season opener.

The railway, behind the Peacock Inn in Willaston, is operated by the South Cheshire Model Engineering Society.

March 14, 2025
Acton Operatic Society to stage ‘Songs from Silver Screen’ fundraiser

Acton Operatic Society to stage ‘Songs from Silver Screen’ fundraiser

By Jonathan White
Music lovers are invited to a spectacular ‘Night at the Movies’ as Acton Operatic Society presents a special fundraising concert.

The ‘Songs from the Silver Screen’ concert will be held at St Mary’s Church in Acton on Saturday 29th March from 7.30pm.

March 9, 2025
World premiere rehearsed reading of ‘HeLa’ at Nantwich Players

World premiere rehearsed reading of ‘HeLa’ at Nantwich Players

Nantwich Players are to stage an exclusive “Members’ Night” featuring the world premiere of the English version of HeLa, a new play by Belgian author Aliénor Debrocq.

The special rehearsed reading will take place on Tuesday March 18, directed by Charlie Gobbett and Sharon Dutton.

March 6, 2025