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Nantwich Dabbers Folk Club appeals for new members

Nantwich Dabbers Folk Club appeals for new members

The Nantwich Dabbers Folk Club is appealing for new members to join as it emerges from the Covid pandemic.

The club was founded in the lounge of the now demolished Millfield’s pub in 1987, and quickly grew into an active folk club involving top artists from across the country.

August 30, 2022
“Women in Rock” to perform at Crewe Lyceum Theatre

“Women in Rock” to perform at Crewe Lyceum Theatre

The “Women in Rock” celebration of female music anthems is heading to Crewe Lyceum Theatre next month.

It will include performances of songs of Cher, Blondie, Janis Joplin, Republica, Belinda Carlisle, Bonnie Tyler, P!nk, Suzi Quatro, Tina Turner and many more.

August 30, 2022
White Lion pub in Weston unveils £45,000 new garden area

White Lion pub in Weston unveils £45,000 new garden area

Owners of the White Lion pub and hotel in Weston have invested £45,000 to transform its outdoor space.

And they will be unveiling the new “alfresco dining” area this weekend with a Family Fun Day at the Main Road venue.

August 24, 2022
New “King Arthur” show set for Nantwich performance

New “King Arthur” show set for Nantwich performance

King Arthur is set for a reappearance – this time in Nantwich!

Award-winning writer/director and Cheshire native Dan Freeman is bringing his version of the legendary story to St Mary’s Church.

August 19, 2022
Cheerbrook Farm Shop to stage demo at Nantwich Museum

Cheerbrook Farm Shop to stage demo at Nantwich Museum

Popular Nantwich farm shop Cheerbrook will feature in activities at Nantwich Museum during the 2022 Nantwich Food Festival.

Staff from Cheerbrook, based on Newcastle road, will give a free talk and a practical demonstration with samples on the making of their Scotch Eggs at Nantwich Museum.

August 18, 2022
Nantwich Food Festival set to wow crowds on its return

Nantwich Food Festival set to wow crowds on its return

Organisers say this year’s Nantwich Food Festival will be bigger and better than ever before, despite rising prices and a three-year absence due to Covid.

They say backing from Nantwich Town Council and Cheshire East Council as well as a range of sponsors mean the festival, including chef demonstrations, can continue to be free.

August 17, 2022
Union Jack and bunting at Nantwich Civic Hall

Fund-raising concert for Nantwich & District Branch of Royal British Legion

By Jonathan White
A music concert featuring Jedburgh Royal British Legion (Scotland) Pipe Band and The Band and Drums of the Cheshire Constabulary will take place at Nantwich Civic Hall on Saturday September 24.

The concert is organised by the Nantwich & District Branch of the Royal British Legion and supported by Nantwich Town Council. The program sponsor is Lloyd Crossan Group.

August 15, 2022
Nantwich Camera Club - Photographic Exhibition 2021 at Nantwich Museum

Nantwich Camera Club back in focus after pandemic

Nantwich Camera Club is back up and running after face to face meetings had to be stopped due to Covid pandemic.

Club members are now looking forward to meeting face to face when the new season starts on Tuesday September 6 at Regents Park in Nantwich.

August 14, 2022
Nantwich and Crewe Police to stage fishing and football events

Nantwich and Crewe Police to stage fishing and football events

Officers in Crewe and Nantwich have organised activities this summer to keep children busy over the holidays.

Crewe Local Policing Unit have organised a Football Fun Day and a Fishing Competition to occupy children in August.

August 11, 2022
Ice cream “drive-in” opens at attraction in Cheshire

Ice cream “drive-in” opens at attraction in Cheshire

An ice cream drive-in has opened in Cheshire at the popular attraction, The Ice Cream Farm.

The venue – near Tattenhall – is now serving scoops made by its neighbour Cheshire Farm Ice Cream to visitors in the comfort of their car.

August 8, 2022
Photographic Society focuses on exciting new season ahead

Photographic Society focuses on exciting new season ahead

South Cheshire camera enthusiasts are preparing for a new season of meetings sharing their love of all things photographic.

Crewe Photographic Society members will meet every Thursday evening at the New Life Community Church on Fuller Drive, Wistaston from September 8.

August 8, 2022
Crimes on Centre Court to show at Crewe Lyceum

Crimes on Centre Court to show at Crewe Lyceum

Producers are hoping their “Crimes on Centre Court” show will ace the audience when they serve up their performance at Crewe Lyceum Theatre next month.

Crimes on Centre Court aims to deliver a dose of mirth, murder and mayhem, along with a side of tennis on Tuesday and Wednesday September 13-14.

August 7, 2022
Nantwich Players to present “Big Big Sky” in new season launch

Nantwich Players to present “Big Big Sky” in new season launch

Nantwich Players are to present Tom Wells’ “Big Big Sky” as the premiere of the group’s new season.

The heart-warming play is set in the small town of Kilnsea, East Yorkshire, where Angie and Lauren are closing up the café for another winter.

August 5, 2022