What’s On & Reviews

Author to host book launch at Cafe de Paris in Nantwich

Author to host book launch at Cafe de Paris in Nantwich

A former Nantwich resident is returning to the town to unveil his new book.

Nigel Stewart will be at Cafe de Paris on Hospital Street for the launch of his novel, “Justinians Daughters”, on March 30.

March 11, 2023
Brine Leas to host Charity Race Night in aid The Christie

Brine Leas to host Charity Race Night in aid The Christie

Saddle up, as Brine Leas School in Nantwich is set to host a Charity Race Night!

The event, on Friday March 17, has been organised by the school’s Maths department and will help raise funds for the school and The Christie hospital.

March 11, 2023
Crewe car meet supports local model show

Crewe car meet supports local model show

By Jonathan White
The next popular ‘Weekend runaways meet’ car event at The Sydney Arms pub in Crewe is scheduled to take place on March 26.

The meets are free entry to all and open to owners of classic and American cars, vans, trucks, and motorbikes.

March 10, 2023
Record Store Day returns to Nantwich at Applestump Records

Record Store Day returns to Nantwich at Applestump Records

Applestump Records on Barker Street in Nantwich is bringing Record Store Day to the town for a second year.

Now in its 16th year, Record Store Day celebrates the unique culture of the independent record shop.

March 7, 2023
International Women’s Day celebration hailed a huge success

International Women’s Day celebration hailed a huge success

International Women’s Day was celebrated in style with fashion, music and dance taking centre stage at an event organised by Motherwell Cheshire.

The women’s charity welcomed hundreds of people to Cheshire College, South & West where a day of entertainment included choirs, dance troupes and cheerleaders and a new *Women of the World* fashion parade celebrating the history of national costume.

March 6, 2023
Nantwich Museum – programme of Spring talks launched

Nantwich Museum – programme of Spring talks launched

Nantwich Museum have launched five Spring talks which will all take place in the Museum’s Millennium Gallery at the Pillory Street venue.

The first talk is on Thursday March 16 at 7pm, titled ‘Civil War coin hoards in Cheshire’ by Keith Lawrence.

March 4, 2023
Nantwich Jazz, Blues and Music Festival gears up for 25th anniversary

Nantwich Jazz, Blues and Music Festival gears up for 25th anniversary

Tickets are running out fast for the Nantwich Jazz, Blues and Music Festival headline shows as organisers prepare for the 25th anniversary of the event.

The Easter weekend event, which attracts thousands of visitors to Nantwich, is taking place this year from April 6-10.

March 3, 2023
Date set for milestone Nantwich concert

Date set for milestone Nantwich concert

Rehearsals are in full swing for Nantwich Choral Society’s spring concert marking a milestone anniversary for the popular singing group.

It is 50 years since the Society formed as a local authority evening class and down the decades its concerts have been a highlight on the town’s social calendar.

March 2, 2023
South Cheshire residents to take the plunge to end poverty

South Cheshire residents to take the plunge to end poverty

People in South Cheshire are taking the plunge on Saturday March 4 at an event which has been making a difference around the world for 50 years.

The Swim, at Crewe Lifestyle Centre, is raising money for the work of international development charity Christian Aid.

February 27, 2023
REVIEW: 80 Days Around the World, Crewe Lyceum

REVIEW: 80 Days Around the World, Crewe Lyceum

By Claire Faulkner
Theatre has a special kind of magic which can take you anywhere in space and time.

Tilted Wig Productions transported the audience at the Crewe Lyceum Around the World in 80 Days this week.

February 25, 2023
Very Best in Stand Up returns to Nantwich

Very Best in Stand Up returns to Nantwich

The Very Best In Stand Up’ returns to Nantwich Civic Hall on Friday March 3 with four more top acts from the UK comedy circuit.

The compere for the evening is Pete Otway, a multi-award nominated comedian, presenter and former dairy farmer.

February 22, 2023
“Doggy People” book to launch at Nantwich Bookshop event

“Doggy People” book to launch at Nantwich Bookshop event

Michael Worboys will present ‘Doggy People’, an account of how the Victorians made the modern dog, at Nantwich Bookshop & Coffee Lounge on Friday March 17.

Worboys is Emeritus Professor at the Centre for the History of Science, Technology and Medicine (CHSTM) at the University of Manchester.

February 22, 2023
Combermere Abbey with the Mere

Combermere Abbey unveils outdoor and indoor events schedule

Historic venue Combermere Abbey near Nantwich has unveiled its 2023 schedule of events.

It will be opening up its grounds to the public with the annual Bluebell Walks in April, as well as public and group tours of the house.

February 21, 2023