What’s On & Reviews

Rocky Horror Show 50th anniversary tour heads to Crewe Lyceum

Rocky Horror Show 50th anniversary tour heads to Crewe Lyceum

The 50th anniversary of smash hit musical The Rocky Horror Show will see it tour the UK this year – arriving at Crewe Lyceum in July.

Richard O’Brien’s legendary rock ‘n’ roll musical celebrates half a century of partying with this special anniversary production.

January 21, 2023
King Charles ready for 50th Battle of Nantwich this weekend!

King Charles ready for 50th Battle of Nantwich this weekend!

King Charles I will be making a special “Royal” appearance at the 50th anniversary of the “Battle of Nantwich” this Saturday.

The Monarch who sat on the throne back in 1644 at the real Battle of Nantwich between the Cavaliers and Roundheads is making a comeback!

January 19, 2023
What’s On at Crewe Lyceum in January and February

What’s On at Crewe Lyceum in January and February

Crewe Lyceum have lined up a host of entertainment throughout January and February to blow away the post-Christmas blues.

Here is there latest list of shows and productions. For more details visit www.crewelyceum.co.uk

January 16, 2023
Bickerton Poacher lifts spirits with free entertainment for 2023

Bickerton Poacher lifts spirits with free entertainment for 2023

A country pub near Nantwich is hitting the right note during the cost living crisis by staging free music nights featuring some of the country’s best tribute acts.

Entertainers are to become a regular feature at The Bickerton Poacher every last Friday of the month during 2023 after striking a chord with regulars in the run up to Christmas.

January 15, 2023
Combermere Abbey to host delayed Platinum Jubilee concert

Combermere Abbey to host delayed Platinum Jubilee concert

The medieval panelled library at Combermere Abbey near Nantwich is to host a special Platinum Jubilee event on January 20.

One hundred guests will enjoy a programme created by two local musical legends, conductor/composer John Moore and pianist/organist Richard James.

January 15, 2023
Recreation of Tina Turner concert comes to Crewe Lyceum

Recreation of Tina Turner concert comes to Crewe Lyceum

“TOTALLY TINA” rocks into its 14th year and arrives at the Crewe Lyceum Theatre in South Cheshire on Friday February 17.

It is the UK’s original, award-winning Tina Turner tribute and stars Justine Riddoch and her cast.

January 15, 2023
Brine Leas School to host “creative writing” community programme

Brine Leas School to host “creative writing” community programme

Brine Leas School in Nantwich is to host a “creative writing” course as part of its community education programme.

Associate lecturer Liam Doran will be running the course which launches on Tuesday January 17.

January 12, 2023
English Civil War author to talk at bookshop in Nantwich

English Civil War author to talk at bookshop in Nantwich

by Jonathan White
Historical fiction author Charles Cordell will talk about his debut novel “God’s Vindictive Wrath” at Nantwich Bookshop on January 20.

The novel is set in the first weeks of the English Civil War in October 1642, Warwickshire, where 30,000 men gathered to determine the fate of nations and to pursue their own ideals and enmities through brutal and bloody combat.

January 11, 2023
Everybody and Motherwell to launch “Menopause Cafes”

Everybody and Motherwell to launch “Menopause Cafes”

Everybody Health and Leisure and Motherwell Cheshire are to launch Menopause Cafes at local leisure facilities in Nantwich, Crewe, Holmes Chapel and Macclesfield.

They aim to provide visitors a chance to discuss menopausal symptoms, tips and worries in a confidential environment.

January 10, 2023
Nantwich Museum looks ahead to changes in 2023

Nantwich Museum looks ahead to changes in 2023

Nantwich Museum is to undergo a series of changes and improvements in 2023.

New display cases have been installed and museum exhibits are being reorganised.

January 8, 2023
Nantwich Mayor Peter Groves to host charity quiz

Nantwich Mayor Peter Groves to host charity quiz

Mayor of Nantwich Cllr Peter Groves is inviting residents to test their knowledge at his latest quiz night.

Teams of six are invited to take part on Friday February 10 at Nantwich Civic Hall.

January 5, 2023
Meditation classes to launch at Crewe Lifestyle Centre

Meditation classes to launch at Crewe Lifestyle Centre

Odiyana Buddhist Centre is running a 11-week meditation course at Crewe Lifestyle Centre.

The course is based on the renowned “8 Verses of Training the Mind” which was composed in the 11th century.

January 5, 2023
Christmas Tree collection services help to raise funds

Christmas Tree collection services help to raise funds

Well, it’s over for another year – which means thousands of Christmas trees across South Cheshire set to be turfed out!

Fund-raising organisations are offering their services to collect and dispose of trees over the next couple of weeks.

December 30, 2022