What’s On & Reviews

Reaseheath College to stage live lambing and zoo events

Reaseheath College to stage live lambing and zoo events

Families have two attractions to look forward to at Reaseheath College in Nantwich in the next few weeks. The college is staging live lambing events over two weekends, and is also opening its campus zoo to the public.

February 9, 2012
Nantwich folk urged to join Cheshire East’s Sport Relief campaign

Nantwich folk urged to join Cheshire East’s Sport Relief campaign

Nantwich residents are being urged to join in this year’s Sport Relief campaign. The charity looks to raise money for Comic Relief via sporting challenges, including the popular Sport Relief Mile.

February 8, 2012
Nantwich “Big Lunch” Jubilee party plans unveiled for town centre

Nantwich “Big Lunch” Jubilee party plans unveiled for town centre

Nantwich is planning to join in “The Big Lunch” Diamond Jubilee celebrations by staging a major event in the town on June 3. Councillors unveiled early plans to stage a Jubilee Civic Service and Parade in and around the town square and St Mary’s Church.

February 8, 2012
Nantwich Civic Hall race night for Motor Neurone Disease Association

Nantwich Civic Hall race night for Motor Neurone Disease Association

A charity race night is taking place at Nantwich Civic Hall to help raise money for people living with motor neurone disease. Cheshire branch of the MND Association is holding the race night and raffle on Friday February 17.

February 7, 2012
REVIEW: Very Best in Standup, Nantwich Civic Hall

REVIEW: Very Best in Standup, Nantwich Civic Hall

The latest “Very Best in Stand Up” brought some warm cheer to a freezing Nantwich. A host of top funnymen entertained a sell-out crowd at Nantwich Civic Hall, with the usual blend of hilarity, audience participation and outrage!

February 4, 2012
Nantwich Library invites in non members for Libraries Day

Nantwich Library invites in non members for Libraries Day

Nantwich Library is celebrating National Libraries Day by inviting non members in to see what’s on offer. People can call in throughout the day tomorrow (February 4) and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and a cake.

February 3, 2012
REVIEW: King’s Grove School’s ‘Evita’ at Lyceum in Crewe

REVIEW: King’s Grove School’s ‘Evita’ at Lyceum in Crewe

King’s Grove School presented ‘Evita’ at the Lyceum Theatre this week, writes Claire Faulkner. The opening numbers were amazing and the production continued to give the audience strong performances one after the other throughout the evening.

February 3, 2012
Nantwich youth groups offered cash to stage arts events

Nantwich youth groups offered cash to stage arts events

Youth groups in Nantwich can cash in on a £2,000 pot from Cheshire East Council. The money is set aside to help youngsters create, promote and deliver their own events at an arts festival.

February 2, 2012
Nantwich Town land Steve Claridge on deadline day – for guest talk

Nantwich Town land Steve Claridge on deadline day – for guest talk

Nantwich Town have made a late signing on transfer deadline day – landing veteran Steve Claridge. But the TV pundit won’t be coming to play at the Weaver Stadium – he’s guest speaker at a special event in April.

February 1, 2012
Student hopes to raise Sands cash at Gregory’s charity boxing night

Student hopes to raise Sands cash at Gregory’s charity boxing night

A South Cheshire College student is gearing up for the fight of his life to raise cash for a good cause. Father-of-two Phil Jones is hoping to pack a punch when he steps into a boxing ring for charity at Gregory’s nightclub in Nantwich.

January 31, 2012
Two new shows lined up for Crewe Lyceum in February

Two new shows lined up for Crewe Lyceum in February

One of the 1960s greatest musical icons Gerry Marsden will be performing at The Lyceum in Crewe next month. Gerry & the Pacemakers, who topped the UK and US charts for much of the 60s, will be in town on February 17 from 7.30pm.

January 31, 2012
Richmond Village Nantwich to host Cat Radio Community Awards

Richmond Village Nantwich to host Cat Radio Community Awards

Richmond Village Nantwich is to host the 1st Cat Radio Community Awards night on February 25. The awards, in their inaugural year, aim to highlight the efforts of our local unsung heroes.

January 30, 2012
Nantwich Players to stage extra show night after tickets sell out

Nantwich Players to stage extra show night after tickets sell out

Nantwich Players have added an extra night to their forthcoming production “The 39 Steps” because of a huge demand for tickets. The performance will now open on Thursday February 9 at their Love Lane theatre, a day earlier than originally planned.

January 29, 2012