What’s On & Reviews

Thousands enjoy Lions Bonfire and Fireworks in Queens Park

Thousands enjoy Lions Bonfire and Fireworks in Queens Park

By Jonathan White
The annual Crewe Lions Club “Bonfire and Fireworks Night” lit up Queens Park delighting thousands of visitors.

The impressive roaring bonfire – complete with a traditional Guy Fawkes effigy – made for a spectacular centrepiece.

November 6, 2025
Moveology Studio in Nantwich to host coffee, cake & conversation

Moveology Studio in Nantwich to host coffee, cake & conversation

A new pilates and movement therapy studio in Nantwich is to host a free coffee, cake and conversation day.

Moveology Studio is opening its doors on Saturday November 15th from 1–3pm.

November 6, 2025
Nantwich Rotary Club unveils Santa float collection dates

Nantwich Rotary Club unveils Santa float collection dates

Father Christmas will soon be on his way – and Rotary Club of Nantwich have unveiled his itinerary starting later this month!

The club’s Santa Float will be touring the streets of Nantwich as it does every year, raising money for local causes.

November 5, 2025
Wreaths laid at Nantwich war memorial

Nantwich to honour the fallen at Remembrance Sunday event

By Jonathan White
Nantwich will honour the town’s men and women who served and sacrificed in conflicts past and present at Remembrance Sunday this weekend.

The Remembrance event will take place on Sunday beginning with a parade at 10:30am from Nantwich Civic Hall.

November 5, 2025
Applestump Records in Nantwich unveil Independent Venue Week plans

Applestump Records in Nantwich unveil Independent Venue Week plans

By Jonathan White
A Nantwich record shop will be striking a chord in January as Applestump Records plans a week-long series of live gigs to celebrate Independent Venue Week 2026.

The shop on Oatmarket will transform into a cosy micro-venue between January 26-31, welcoming audiences to live shows up close in one of the town’s most creative spaces.

November 4, 2025
Best-selling author Frank Melling to give Nantwich talk

Best-selling author Frank Melling to give Nantwich talk

Best-selling author Frank Melling and his wife and editor Carol will be at Bridgemere Garden Centre in Nantwich with their latest book, “Sarah – Searching For Love”.

The couple will be at the centre from 10.30am to 4pm this Saturday November 8th.

November 3, 2025
REVIEW: Theatre groups in epic Lyceum fundraiser

REVIEW: Theatre groups in epic Lyceum fundraiser

By Claire Faulkner
Local theatre groups Curtain Call Productions, YSD, CAMS and Together We Dance joined forces for an epic fundraiser in aid of Alzheimer’s Society at The Lyceum on Sunday night.

Hosted by Sam and Natalie, the audience were treated to a packed show full of energy and high-quality performances.

November 3, 2025
Farmer’s Dash brings community together in Ravensmoor

Farmer’s Dash brings community together in Ravensmoor

By Jonathan White
Ravensmoor played host to the first-ever Farmer’s Dash as locals, farmers and clubs came together for a morning of exercise and community spirit.

Led by Paul McIntyre, founder of Farmers Pants bike rides and Dabbers Dash at Barony Park, the new 5km run/walk started from the layby with the phone box opposite The Farmer’s Arms pub.

November 2, 2025
Very Best In Stand Up promises cracker of November show in Nantwich

Very Best In Stand Up promises cracker of November show in Nantwich

Fireworks are guaranteed at The Very Best In Stand Up in Nantwich Civic Hall on November 7th.

Another four top acts taking to the stage with compere and Geordie circuit legend John Fothergill leading the way.

October 26, 2025
Family fun and fireworks at Willaston Primary Academy

Family fun and fireworks at Willaston Primary Academy

Willaston Primary Academy will host its dazzling fireworks extravaganza on Friday November 7th at the school on Derwent Close.

The event, organised by the Friends of Willaston School Association (FWSA), will help raise vital funds for school projects and resources.

October 26, 2025
South Cheshire National Trust Association talk on composer Edward Elgar

South Cheshire National Trust Association talk on composer Edward Elgar

The South Cheshire National Trust Association will hold its next meeting on Wednesday October 29th in the Atherton and Associates Suite at Nantwich Football Stadium.

Geoffrey Scargill will be giving a talk on the life of composer Edward Elgar, including playing some recorded exerts of his work. It starts at 7.30pm.

October 24, 2025
“The Wonders of Colour” exhibition and events open at Nantwich Museum

“The Wonders of Colour” exhibition and events open at Nantwich Museum

Nantwich Museum has launched in its Community Gallery of the ‘The Wonders of Colour’ exhibition, due to run until Saturday November 22.

The exhibition, curated by Dr Helen Cooke, will bring to life the history and science of colour, dyes and pigments, food, artworks, stained glass, a local 17th century dye house, tanning, the role of salt in dyeing and more.

October 24, 2025
REVIEW: Acton Amateur Operatic Society’s “Oliver”

REVIEW: Acton Amateur Operatic Society’s “Oliver”

Acton AOS have delivered another wonderful production this year, with the family favourite Oliver, directed by Debbie Cornock which is showing at The Lyceum this week.

We are blessed to have a number of different theatre societies in the area.

October 24, 2025