Clubs & Societies

Crewe car meet supports local model show

Crewe car meet supports local model show

By Jonathan White
The next popular ‘Weekend runaways meet’ car event at The Sydney Arms pub in Crewe is scheduled to take place on March 26.

The meets are free entry to all and open to owners of classic and American cars, vans, trucks, and motorbikes.

March 10, 2023
Nantwich Museum – programme of Spring talks launched

Nantwich Museum – programme of Spring talks launched

Nantwich Museum have launched five Spring talks which will all take place in the Museum’s Millennium Gallery at the Pillory Street venue.

The first talk is on Thursday March 16 at 7pm, titled ‘Civil War coin hoards in Cheshire’ by Keith Lawrence.

March 4, 2023
Date set for milestone Nantwich concert

Date set for milestone Nantwich concert

Rehearsals are in full swing for Nantwich Choral Society’s spring concert marking a milestone anniversary for the popular singing group.

It is 50 years since the Society formed as a local authority evening class and down the decades its concerts have been a highlight on the town’s social calendar.

March 2, 2023
Nantwich Concert Band to stage “Songs From The Shows” event

Nantwich Concert Band to stage “Songs From The Shows” event

Nantwich Concert Band is to stage a performance of “Songs From The Shows” next month.

The concert will take place at Nantwich Methodist Church on Hospital Street on Saturday March 25.

February 21, 2023
Monthly Crewe “classic car meet” enjoyed by visitors

Monthly Crewe “classic car meet” enjoyed by visitors

By Jonathan White
A monthly ‘Off The Rails Classic Car Meet’ was enjoyed by hundreds at the Crewe Heritage Centre on Vernon Way in Crewe.

The event was free entry and featured dozens of cars, vans, and motorbikes and took place in dry weather.

February 18, 2023
Universal Model Show makes return to Nantwich after pandemic

Universal Model Show makes return to Nantwich after pandemic

By Jonathan White
The ‘Universal Model Show’ returns to Nantwich this month for the first time since 2020 due to the pandemic.

It will take place at Malbank School & Sixth Form College on Welsh Row on February 26.

February 7, 2023
Nantwich Players to present “One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest”

Nantwich Players to present “One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest”

Nantwich Players are to stage their adaptation of the classic “One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest” based on the novel by Ken Kesey.

The story was made famous by Jack Nicholson’s portrayal of Randle McMurphy in the legendary film adaption in the 1970s.

January 22, 2023
King Charles ready for 50th Battle of Nantwich this weekend!

King Charles ready for 50th Battle of Nantwich this weekend!

King Charles I will be making a special “Royal” appearance at the 50th anniversary of the “Battle of Nantwich” this Saturday.

The Monarch who sat on the throne back in 1644 at the real Battle of Nantwich between the Cavaliers and Roundheads is making a comeback!

January 19, 2023
Brine Leas School to host “creative writing” community programme

Brine Leas School to host “creative writing” community programme

Brine Leas School in Nantwich is to host a “creative writing” course as part of its community education programme.

Associate lecturer Liam Doran will be running the course which launches on Tuesday January 17.

January 12, 2023
Meditation classes to launch at Crewe Lifestyle Centre

Meditation classes to launch at Crewe Lifestyle Centre

Odiyana Buddhist Centre is running a 11-week meditation course at Crewe Lifestyle Centre.

The course is based on the renowned “8 Verses of Training the Mind” which was composed in the 11th century.

January 5, 2023
Battle of Nantwich “Holly Holy Day” set for January 21

Battle of Nantwich “Holly Holy Day” set for January 21

Nantwich is set to host the annual “Battle of Nantwich” re-enactment once again on January 21.

The “Holly Holy Day” celebration marks the 1644 Battle in the town, which proved to be one of the key events in the English Civil War between the Royalists and Parliamentarians.

December 20, 2022
“Outlook” exhibition by IntaStitch opens at Nantwich Museum

“Outlook” exhibition by IntaStitch opens at Nantwich Museum

“Outlook” exhibition by IntaStitch has opened at Nantwich Museum and runs until Saturday February 25.

It’s a free exhibition in the Millennium Gallery and features a variety of techniques, including printing, dying, embroidery, machine stitching, feltwork, painting, applique, quilting and more.

December 17, 2022
Bingo Night raises thousands for Royal British Legion

Bingo Night raises thousands for Royal British Legion

By Jonathan White
A fundraising Bingo Night for the Royal British Legion took place at Nantwich Civic Hall.

The event also featured a raffle, tombola and prize draw and was organised by Sue Goodwin, John Broomhall and Diane Smith.

December 11, 2022