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Spitfire - Battle of Britain Memorial Flight - photo by Darren Harbar (1)

Battle of Britain Memorial Flight to soar over Marbury Merry Days

By Jonathan White
The iconic Battle of Britain Memorial Flight will pass over the 44th annual Marbury Merry Days country fair, organisers have confirmed.

This year’s fair takes place on May 10-11, the weekend which will mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day.

April 2, 2025
Nantwich Library to stage benefits “support” drop-ins

Nantwich Library to stage benefits “support” drop-ins

Nantwich Library is to host a number of benefits and financial support drop-in sessions.

They are aimed at helping people find out what you are entitled to as families across the borough face rising bills.

March 31, 2025
Military Vehicle Trust members to attend Nantwich events

Military Vehicle Trust members to attend Nantwich events

Members of the Military Vehicle Trust are set to attend two Nantwich events in April.

The largest organisation of ex-military vehicle owners and enthusiasts will be at the Hack Green secret bunker near Nantwich on April 6 and weekend of April 19-20.

March 30, 2025
Nantwich Museum announces Walks programme

Nantwich Museum announces Walks programme

Nantwich Museum has announced a new programme of guided walks.

Options include a Riverside Walk, Nantwich Town Tour, Nantwich East Tour, Welsh Row Tour, along with a new walk for 2025 – Pubs of Nantwich Walking Tour.

March 30, 2025
Singer Meg Lee launches ‘Big Beautiful Cheshire Sessions’ tour

Singer Meg Lee launches ‘Big Beautiful Cheshire Sessions’ tour

By Jonathan White
South Cheshire singer Meg Lee has started her latest tour “Big Beautiful Cheshire Sessions”.

The tour includes dates in her home town Nantwich as well as Northwich, Alsager and Wilmslow.

March 29, 2025
REVIEW: “Death of a Salesman” at Crewe Lyceum

REVIEW: “Death of a Salesman” at Crewe Lyceum

By Claire Faulkner
A few years ago, more than I care to admit, I studied the Arthur Miller play “Death of a Salesman” at the old Dane Bank College in Crewe as part of my English A Level.

It was a set exam text, and I remember many hours were spent in the classroom discussing and dissecting Miller’s writing.

March 29, 2025
REVIEW: Nantwich Players Youth Theatre “Our Town”

REVIEW: Nantwich Players Youth Theatre “Our Town”

Our Town by Thornton Wilder is a play about life in the small town of Grover’s Corner, New Hampshire.

The play is set between 1901 and 1913, and with the use of narration from stage managers follows the lives of two residents who grow up, fall in love and get married.

March 27, 2025
Nantwich Players Studio presents “Eight” by Ella Hickson

Nantwich Players Studio presents “Eight” by Ella Hickson

Nantwich Players Studio is to stage their latest production called “Eight” – a compelling and thought-provoking drama by Ella Hickson.

The play brings together eight captivating monologues, each offering a glimpse into the lives of individuals navigating a world where everything seems acceptable.

March 26, 2025
Nantwich Concert Band entertain 60s music lovers

Nantwich Concert Band entertain 60s music lovers

By Jonathan White
Music lovers in Nantwich were treated to a nostalgic performance by Nantwich Concert Band who staged a spectacular “Sounds of the Sixties” concert.

The event, at Nantwich Town FC, pulled in an enthusiastic audience eager to relive the golden era of music.

March 24, 2025
theFUNKYchoir to stage “musical extravaganza” in Nantwich

theFUNKYchoir to stage “musical extravaganza” in Nantwich

theFUNKYchoir is spearheading a “musical extravaganza” event to be staged in Nantwich town centre on April 5.

The community choir, formed in 2012, performs throughout South Cheshire and at events like Nantwich Show, Nantwich Food Festival, Crewe Remembrance Service and fund-raising events.

March 21, 2025
Egerton Strings return for concert in St Mary’s Nantwich

Egerton Strings return for concert in St Mary’s Nantwich

Egerton Strings are back to perform another St Mary’s Nantwich candlelight concert.

They’ll be performing this Saturday March 22, called “Broadway in Concert”.

March 20, 2025
Folk rock veterans Lindisfarne to perform in Nantwich

Folk rock veterans Lindisfarne to perform in Nantwich

Folk rock legends Lindisfarne are to perform at Nantwich Civic Hall in May.

Famed for hits “Run For Home”, “Meet Me On The Corner” and “Lady Eleanor”, the Geordies under the steerage of co-founder Rod Clements are winning over audiences old and new.

March 19, 2025
Nantwich Players Youth Theatre presents “Our Town”

Nantwich Players Youth Theatre presents “Our Town”

Nantwich Players Youth Theatre are to present Thornton Wilder’s “Our Town”.

Set in the small town of Grover’s Corners, the production follows the lives of its residents as they navigate love, family, work, and loss.

March 18, 2025