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Hundreds attend Party Gras event in Nantwich in aid of St Luke’s Hospice

Hundreds attend Party Gras event in Nantwich in aid of St Luke’s Hospice

More than 400 people gathered at Party Gras in Nantwich to celebrate the 30th birthday of St Luke’s Hospice.

The Party Gras charity ball at Dorfold Park was supported by major local businesses including Mornflake, Event Equipment, trCREATIVE, Roberts Bakery and Redrow supporting the event.

August 1, 2018
Welsh Row Through the Ages exhibition at Nantwich Museum

Welsh Row Through the Ages exhibition at Nantwich Museum

Nantwich Museum’s “Welsh Row Through The Ages” summer exhibition is pulling in the punters.

The exhibition was opened by Mayor of Cheshire East Cllr Lesley Smetham and runs until Saturday October 13.

July 30, 2018
Packed audience enjoys “An Elephant in My Kitchen” talk in Nantwich

Packed audience enjoys “An Elephant in My Kitchen” talk in Nantwich

By Jonathan White
An evening with Françoise Malby-Anthony talking about her new book, ‘An Elephant in My Kitchen: What the herd taught me about love, courage and survival’ took place in Nantwich.

There was a welcome drink and refreshments at Nantwich Bookshop followed by the talk to a capacity audience at Nantwich Methodist Church on Hospital Street.

July 26, 2018
Big Day Out Cheshire to be staged in Nantwich this weekend

Big Day Out Cheshire to be staged in Nantwich this weekend

Big Day Out Cheshire is celebrating its 5th year as the family festival returns to Nantwich this weekend.

The festival, which takes place at Dorfold Hall on Sunday July 29, is set to be the biggest yet with The Christians headlining and a whole host of family friendly fun.

July 24, 2018
Authors of “Slow Travel Cheshire” to book sign at Nantwich Museum

Authors of “Slow Travel Cheshire” to book sign at Nantwich Museum

The authors of “Slow Travel Cheshire” will be holding a talk and book-signing event at Nantwich Museum.

Kate Simon and Suzanne King will be speaking about their new book on Saturday August 4, from 2pm, at the Pillory Street venue.

July 24, 2018
Hundreds visit Nantwich Societies Spectacular on town square

Hundreds visit Nantwich Societies Spectacular on town square

By Jonathan White
Visitors packed in to Nantwich town square for the popular Societies Spectacular event today (July 21).

Local groups and societies opened up stalls to promote what they do to a large audience in an event organised by Nantwich Town Council.

July 21, 2018
Nantwich Museum to honour Norma Simpson at coffee morning

Nantwich Museum to honour Norma Simpson at coffee morning

Nantwich Museum will honour the memory of town councillor Norma Simpson at a special coffee morning next week.

The event will be held in honour of the late Cllr Simpson, who served on the council since 2007 until her death earlier this month.

July 20, 2018
Nantwich Triathlon to raise funds for Everybody Knows Somebody appeal

Nantwich Triathlon to raise funds for Everybody Knows Somebody appeal

This year’s North West Triathlon in Nantwich will help raise vital funds for a dementia appeal.

The event, held at Nantwich Swimming Pool and Barony Park, will be donating to the Everybody Knows Somebody appeal run by Mid Cheshire Hospitals Charity.

July 19, 2018
Weather set fair for Nantwich Show at Dorfold Park

Weather set fair for Nantwich Show at Dorfold Park

Thousands of people will be descending on one of the biggest events of the year when Nantwich Show takes place next week.

And organisers will be relieved to see the weather is set fair for the next 10 days according to latest forecasts.

July 17, 2018
‘An Elephant in My Kitchen’ book talk at Nantwich Bookshop

‘An Elephant in My Kitchen’ book talk at Nantwich Bookshop

A talk on the powerful book “An Elephant in My Kitchen” will take place at Nantwich Bookshop on July 24.

The book tells the moving story of Françoise Malby-Anthony and her fight to protect a herd of elephants in South Africa.

July 15, 2018
Review: Rhythm of The Dance at Crewe Lyceum

Review: Rhythm of The Dance at Crewe Lyceum

By Claire Faulkner
The National Dance Company of Ireland visited the Crewe Lyceum with their show Rhythm of The Dance.

A rich celebration of Irish history and culture, this show was every bit as good as I hoped it would be.

July 13, 2018
34th President of Rotary of Crewe and Nantwich Weaver unveiled

34th President of Rotary of Crewe and Nantwich Weaver unveiled

Rotarian Sandy Cowen has been installed as the 34th President of Rotary Club of Crewe and Nantwich Weaver.

He was officially installed by the outgoing President Terry Jones.

July 12, 2018
Families urged to sign up for fishing event in Nantwich

Families urged to sign up for fishing event in Nantwich

Nantwich families fed up of the World Cup can try something different this weekend – free fishing!

The Canal & River Trust is inviting people to have a go this Sunday July 15 at bridge 104 on the Shropshire Union Canal at Calverley, Nantwich.

July 11, 2018