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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
Hundreds enjoy Crib Service at Nantwich St Mary’s Church

Hundreds enjoy Crib Service at Nantwich St Mary’s Church

ByJonathan White
Hundreds of people enjoyed the annual Crib Service held at St Mary’s Church Nantwich on Christmas Eve.

This re-telling of the Christmas story was performed by adults and young people at 2pm, 3.30pm and 5pm with each performance attracting up to 500 people.

December 26, 2022
Free “Let’s Walk” events planned for Nantwich by Canals trust

Free “Let’s Walk” events planned for Nantwich by Canals trust

The Canals and Rivers Trust is staging free “Let’s Walk” healthy walks in January in and around Nantwich.

The aim is to offer easy walking for those keen to get fitter in 2023 and to meet new people.

December 24, 2022
Nantwich equestrian event raises funds for Riding for Disabled Group

Nantwich equestrian event raises funds for Riding for Disabled Group

A festive equestrian event held at Reaseheath in Nantwich has helped raise vital funds for the Riding for Disabled Group.

The event, organised by The Equine Network, was a sell out and included a Christmas Fair and Demonstration at Reaseheath College.

December 22, 2022
Battle of Nantwich “Holly Holy Day” set for January 21

Battle of Nantwich “Holly Holy Day” set for January 21

Nantwich is set to host the annual “Battle of Nantwich” re-enactment once again on January 21.

The “Holly Holy Day” celebration marks the 1644 Battle in the town, which proved to be one of the key events in the English Civil War between the Royalists and Parliamentarians.

December 20, 2022
REVIEW: Christmas Panto “Aladdin” launches at Crewe Lyceum

REVIEW: Christmas Panto “Aladdin” launches at Crewe Lyceum

By Claire Faulkner
It finally feels like Christmas when panto season starts.

Excited audiences (including me) were welcomed to Crewe Lyceum this week to celebrate the magical story of Aladdin.

December 19, 2022
“Outlook” exhibition by IntaStitch opens at Nantwich Museum

“Outlook” exhibition by IntaStitch opens at Nantwich Museum

“Outlook” exhibition by IntaStitch has opened at Nantwich Museum and runs until Saturday February 25.

It’s a free exhibition in the Millennium Gallery and features a variety of techniques, including printing, dying, embroidery, machine stitching, feltwork, painting, applique, quilting and more.

December 17, 2022
REVIEW: Ben Hur, performed at Nantwich Players Studio

REVIEW: Ben Hur, performed at Nantwich Players Studio

By Claire Faulkner
Ben Hur on stage. Is that even possible? If you head to Nantwich Players this weekend, you’ll see that it is.

The Studio Team’s latest production is the epic comedy Bun Hur, written by Patrick Barlow and based on the book by General Lew Wallace.

December 16, 2022
REVIEW: “Death Drop: Back in the Habit” at Crewe Lyceum

REVIEW: “Death Drop: Back in the Habit” at Crewe Lyceum

Death Drop: Back in the Habit arrived at The Lyceum packed with nuns, puns and funny jokes, writes Claire Faulkner.

Written by Rob Evans and directed by Jesse Jones, the sequel to Death Drop had the audience crying with laughter.

December 12, 2022