What’s On & Reviews

“Lazy Afternoon in Cheshire” exhibition opens at Nantwich Museum

“Lazy Afternoon in Cheshire” exhibition opens at Nantwich Museum

A new exhibition called “Lazy Afternoon in Cheshire” by local artist Ela Levando has opened at Nantwich Museum and is due to run until January 3rd 2026.

Featuring familiar Cheshire scenes, the exhibition includes oil and acrylic on canvas paintings.

October 21, 2025
REVIEW: Nantwich Players “The Last of the Haussmans”

REVIEW: Nantwich Players “The Last of the Haussmans”

By Claire Faulkner
For their latest production, Nantwich Players brings us comedy and drama in “The Last of the Haussmans” written by Stephen Beresford.

We meet three generations of the Haussman family, each with their own stories, dreams and ambitions.

October 18, 2025
Crewe Lyceum add extra Kaleb Cooper show as demand soars

Crewe Lyceum add extra Kaleb Cooper show as demand soars

Crewe Lyceum Theatre has added an extra performance for TV personality and farmer Kaleb Cooper’s upcoming show due to soaring demand.

Originally scheduled for a single show, Kaleb’s forthcoming appearance at 7.30pm on Saturday January 10th quickly sold out.

October 17, 2025
Acton Operatic Society to stage Crewe Lyceum performance

Acton Operatic Society to stage Crewe Lyceum performance

Acton Operatic Society is taking to the stage in a lavish production of Oliver, thanks to support by local employer Mornflake.

A cast of more than 60 will tread the boards at Crewe Lyceum from Wednesday October 22 to Saturday October 25 with final dress rehearsals taking place this week.

October 17, 2025
Bridgemere Garden Centre brings back Santa Grotto

Bridgemere Garden Centre brings back Santa Grotto

Bridgemere Garden Centre near Nantwich is bring back its Santa’s Grotto for the first time in three years.

It’s a chance for families to enjoy a traditional grotto experience and will be open from Saturday 22nd November to Wednesday 24th December.

October 14, 2025
90s DJ Tall Paul heads to Nantwich for The Studio performance

90s DJ Tall Paul heads to Nantwich for The Studio performance

The Studio Nantwich on Castle Street is turning up the volume again with another Day Clubbing event on Saturday November 8th.

And the latest event for over-30s will feature “Tall Paul”, the renowned English DJ, producer and remixer who helped shape the UK’s house music scene in the 1990s.

October 13, 2025
Nantwich Singers to stage “Sing Well” workshop at St Mary’s

Nantwich Singers to stage “Sing Well” workshop at St Mary’s

Nantwich Singers is to stage a workshop on November 1st called “Sing ‘Wellerman’ and Sing Well.

It will be the group’s first event with new musical director Susan Marrs, who has just taken on this role.

October 11, 2025
Nantwich Bookshop brings taste of Oktoberfest to town with Supper Club

Nantwich Bookshop brings taste of Oktoberfest to town with Supper Club

By Jonathan White
Nantwich Bookshop & Coffee Lounge will be raising a glass to Germany’s most famous festival when it hosts a special ‘Oktoberfest Supper Club’.

The event at the High Street venue will take place on Wednesday 22nd October.

October 10, 2025
Open Art exhibition entries invited by Nantwich Museum

Open Art exhibition entries invited by Nantwich Museum

Nantwich Museum is inviting applications with the theme of ‘Heritage’ for its 2026 Open Art Exhibition.

Selected entries will form the exhibition which is due to run from Tuesday 31 March 2026 to Saturday 20 June 2026.

October 10, 2025
Full guide to annual bonfire and firework displays in November

Full guide to annual bonfire and firework displays in November

By Jonathan White
Towns and villages across South Cheshire are gearing up to stage their annual bonfire and fireworks events over the next month.

Despite this year’s Spooktacular event at Dorfold Park being cancelled, there are still plenty of displays for families to attend.

October 8, 2025
Words and Music Festival set to wow audiences in Nantwich

Words and Music Festival set to wow audiences in Nantwich

By Emma Randall
Nantwich is again preparing for a week of creativity and storytelling as the Words and Music Festival returns for its 18th year.

The festival, which starts on Monday (October 13th) until Sunday October 19th, will transform the town into a hub of community spirit.

October 8, 2025
Human-dog bonds lecture at University Centre Reaseheath

Human-dog bonds lecture at University Centre Reaseheath

The reality of training assistance dogs will be explored in a free public lecture series at Reaseheath College and University Centre in Nantwich.

“Paws and Perception: Myths and Realities in Assistance Dog Training” will be delivered by canine behaviour specialist Niamh MacLoughlin.

October 4, 2025
Pawprints to Freedom Dog Rescue to stage Motown fundraiser

Pawprints to Freedom Dog Rescue to stage Motown fundraiser

A dog rescue charity in Nantwich is to host a fundraising event at The Vagrants next month.

Pawprints to Freedom Dog Rescue, a registered charity with kennels in Nantwich, are organising a Motown Night to help raise vital funds to care for more dogs.

October 4, 2025