What’s On & Reviews

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
Nantwich Concert Band to stage “Songs From The Shows” event

Nantwich Concert Band to stage “Songs From The Shows” event

Nantwich Concert Band is to stage a performance of “Songs From The Shows” next month.

The concert will take place at Nantwich Methodist Church on Hospital Street on Saturday March 25.

February 21, 2023
Monthly Crewe “classic car meet” enjoyed by visitors

Monthly Crewe “classic car meet” enjoyed by visitors

By Jonathan White
A monthly ‘Off The Rails Classic Car Meet’ was enjoyed by hundreds at the Crewe Heritage Centre on Vernon Way in Crewe.

The event was free entry and featured dozens of cars, vans, and motorbikes and took place in dry weather.

February 18, 2023
Blood Brothers comes to Crewe Lyceum Theatre in March

Blood Brothers comes to Crewe Lyceum Theatre in March

Bill Kenwright’s award-winning production of smash hit musical Blood Brothers arrives at Crewe Lyceum in March.

It will perform between March 14-18 as part of 14-week tour of the UK.

February 17, 2023
Fundraising quiz for Nantwich Town’s “New Future Vision”

Fundraising quiz for Nantwich Town’s “New Future Vision”

The Ultimate Quiz Night will be held in Nantwich Town’s Atherton & Associates Suite in March to raise funds for the club.

The March 17 event will have a St Patrick’s Day theme two-hour quiz followed by live music, Indian buffet and a raffle to win prizes donated by local businesses.

February 16, 2023
Reaseheath College to stage its annual “Lambing Weekends” in March

Reaseheath College to stage its annual “Lambing Weekends” in March

Reaseheath College in Nantwich will be staging its popular annual “Lambing” events on the weekends of March 4-5 and March 11-12.

The fun starts at 10am each day, until 4pm, and offers families the chance to see newborn lambs and even a live birth.

February 14, 2023
Dance Anthems DJ star Dave Pearce to return to Nantwich

Dance Anthems DJ star Dave Pearce to return to Nantwich

Dance legend Dave Pearce is to return to The Studio Nightclub in Nantwich on Friday March 31, writes Jonathan White.

He was a massive success on his previous two visits in 2019.

February 13, 2023
Nantwich author E M Lily releases new novel

Nantwich author E M Lily releases new novel

By Jonathan White
Nantwich author E. M. Lily has recently released a third novel.

Lily’s latest novel ‘What Do You Think?’ explores the twin themes of parental love and parental protection through fictional characters.

February 11, 2023
Universal Model Show makes return to Nantwich after pandemic

Universal Model Show makes return to Nantwich after pandemic

By Jonathan White
The ‘Universal Model Show’ returns to Nantwich this month for the first time since 2020 due to the pandemic.

It will take place at Malbank School & Sixth Form College on Welsh Row on February 26.

February 7, 2023