Community Events

Hundreds turn out for Crewe Christmas lights switch-on

Hundreds turn out for Crewe Christmas lights switch-on

By Jonathan White
The Crewe Christmas lights switch-on took place on the Crewe Town Square.

Entertainment included Ruskin Soul Band, Ruskin Blue Bin Drummers, Matrix Cheer Squad, and Nantwich-based TheFunkyChoir.com

November 28, 2014
UK Triathlon backs Festive Fun Run at Queens Park

UK Triathlon backs Festive Fun Run at Queens Park

Father Christmas will be joined by hundreds of friends at the Festive Fun Run in Queens Park on Sunday December 7.

The event, organised by Friends of Queens Park, will see young and old taking part in a 3k or 5k run – or enjoy a gentle stroll with youngsters and a giant Snowman!

November 27, 2014
Heritage Opera to stage festive treat at St Mary’s Church

Heritage Opera to stage festive treat at St Mary’s Church

Heritage Opera is in Nantwich to stage a festive performance at St Mary’s Church.

Their “Passion for Christmas” show will include seasonal operatic arias, carols, and classic songs.

November 27, 2014
Nantwich Singers Christmas event set for St Mary’s Church

Nantwich Singers Christmas event set for St Mary’s Church

St Mary’s Church in Nantwich will be hosting an event called “Christmas with the Nantwich Singers” on December 13.

The programme will include music from the 16th century (Guerrero and Victoria) through to the 21st Century (Will Todd and Alan Bullard).

November 24, 2014
Picture Special: Thousands pack in to Nantwich for Christmas Lights switch on

Picture Special: Thousands pack in to Nantwich for Christmas Lights switch on

By Kirsty Rollings
Thousands of families packed in to Nantwich town square to enjoy the annual Christmas Lights switch-on event.

Families young and old enjoyed a host of entertainment and a spectacular firework display.

November 23, 2014
Nantwich Choral Society to stage Christmas concert at St Mary’s Church

Nantwich Choral Society to stage Christmas concert at St Mary’s Church

Nantwich Choral Society’s popular Family Christmas Concert will be held on Saturday December 20.

The event will feature Nantwich Young Voices and include a mix traditional carols and modern pieces.

November 20, 2014

Age UK Cheshire shop in Nantwich celebrates three months

Age UK Cheshire will be celebrating three months in their new Nantwich shop.

Staff are inviting members of the public to the celebration on Thursday November 27.

November 19, 2014
Christmas tree and lights ready for Nantwich town square switch-on

Christmas tree and lights ready for Nantwich town square switch-on

Nantwich is getting into the Christmas spirit as the town square tree and lights make their first appearance.

Thousands are expected to pack in to the town centre for the official lights switch-on event on Saturday November 22.

November 18, 2014
Latest Nantwich Family Films@4 set for November 16

Latest Nantwich Family Films@4 set for November 16

The latest Nantwich Family Films@4 community event will be showing Planes 2: Fire and Rescue.

When Dusty learns that his engine is damaged, and he may never race again, he joins a forest fire and rescue unit to be trained as a firefighter.

November 12, 2014
Elvis to perform Christmas Lights switch-on in Nantwich town square

Elvis to perform Christmas Lights switch-on in Nantwich town square

Nantwich families will be all shook up this month when Elvis himself switches on the town’s Christmas Lights.

Paul Larcombe, one of the world’s top Elvis impersonators, will be the guest of honour at the Nantwich town Christmas Lights switch-on on November 22.

November 11, 2014
More than 2,000 enjoy Audlem Fireworks display at Audlem Park

More than 2,000 enjoy Audlem Fireworks display at Audlem Park

By Kirsty Rollings
Audlem Firework Display went off with a bang as families flocked to the event from the surrounding areas.

Audlem Special Events Team estimate that more than 2,000 people attended the bonfire and award-winning Blitz Fireworks, to watch the choreographed display to popular music.

November 9, 2014
St Anne’s Primary in Nantwich to stage fireworks event

St Anne’s Primary in Nantwich to stage fireworks event

St Anne’s Primary in Nantwich is to stage its fourth annual fireworks display.

Hundreds are expected at the popular event tomorrow (November 7) off Wellington Road between 5.30pm and 8pm.

November 6, 2014
Nantwich boutiques to stage ‘Fashion’s Night Out’ in town centre

Nantwich boutiques to stage ‘Fashion’s Night Out’ in town centre

Nantwich retailers are teaming up to stage a one-off night of shopping to boost trade in the town.

Independent store and boutique owners are to hold “Fashion’s Night Out” in the town centre.

November 4, 2014