What’s On & Reviews

Cheshire Wildlife Trust backs “Big Wild Walk” for nature

Cheshire Wildlife Trust backs “Big Wild Walk” for nature

Cheshire Wildlife Trust is urging residents to support the “Big Wild Walk” for nature between October 25-31.

Ramble for red squirrels, put your boots on for beavers or hike for a hedgehog, the Trust hopes the public will stride out before COP26.

October 18, 2021
REVIEW: Tom Seals returns to Crewe Lyceum Theatre

REVIEW: Tom Seals returns to Crewe Lyceum Theatre

By Claire Faulkner
Dropped off at the front door and met by a New Orleans style big band, Tom Seals arrived in style for his homecoming show, part of The 45’s Tour at Crewe Lyceum.

During the show, Tom thanked the audience for their continued support and said it was a dream come true to play in such a beautiful venue.

October 15, 2021
Wistaston to stage Cancer Research UK Christmas Fair 2021

Wistaston to stage Cancer Research UK Christmas Fair 2021

By Jonathan White
The 65th ‘Cancer Research UK Xmas Fair’ takes place at Wistaston Memorial Hall on Church Lane in Wistaston on Saturday November 20.

The event, from 10am to 3pm, will give youngsters a chance to meet Father Christmas (£3 per child) and receive a present from him.

October 15, 2021
Rarely seen archives exhibition ends soon at Nantwich Museum

Rarely seen archives exhibition ends soon at Nantwich Museum

Midwifery, other medical paraphernalia and rarely seen archives are on display at Nantwich Museum for just one more week.

Viewing of the “Ouch! A slightly horrible history of health and disease in Nantwich” exhibition at the museum ends on Saturday October 23.

October 14, 2021
St Luke’s Hospice Cheshire launches ‘Bring £1 to Work Day’

St Luke’s Hospice Cheshire launches ‘Bring £1 to Work Day’

Workplaces are being urged to back Cheshire hospice St Luke’s “Bring a £1 to Work Day” fundraising initiative.

The fundraiser is taking place on Wednesday November 3 and is a chance for businesses to bring their staff together and invite them to donate £1 for St Luke’s.

October 11, 2021
New Insights Bereavement Listening Support service launches in Nantwich

New Insights Bereavement Listening Support service launches in Nantwich

A new community project is launching in the Nantwich area to offer help to those suffering a bereavement.

The volunteer-led, not-for-profit group is called “Insights Bereavement Listening Support”.

October 10, 2021
Nantwich “Very Best in Stand Up” unveils stellar November line-up

Nantwich “Very Best in Stand Up” unveils stellar November line-up

The Very Best in Stand Up returns to the Nantwich Civic Hall with an absolutely stacked line-up next month.

Hosting the November 5 show will be Ninia Benjamin, making her Nantwich debut.

October 8, 2021
Nantwich Spooktacular returns after pandemic year off

Nantwich Spooktacular returns after pandemic year off

Nantwich Spooktacular returns this Halloween after organisers were forced to cancel the event last year because of the pandemic.

This year marks the 13th anniversary of the event which takes place on Saturday October 30 at Nantwich Show Ground, at Dorfold Park.

October 7, 2021
Ghost-hunter Yvette Fielding launches debut story book in Nantwich

Ghost-hunter Yvette Fielding launches debut story book in Nantwich

By Jonathan White
Yvette Fielding has launched her debut ghost story book at a sold-out event at Nantwich Bookshop & Coffee Lounge.

She was interviewed by author Katherine Woodfine about her new book “The House in the Woods”, which is the first of a new series for readers aged 11 years and over.

October 6, 2021
Nantwich Concert Band return to action in November

Nantwich Concert Band return to action in November

Nantwich Concert Band are teaming up with a primary school choir for a performance in Nantwich next month.

The concert will take place with Stapeley Broad Lane School choir at Nantwich Civic Hall on November 6.

October 5, 2021
The Cat FM to stage NHS event at Crewe Market Hall

The Cat FM to stage NHS event at Crewe Market Hall

South Cheshire radio station The Cat 107.9FM is staging a “Thank You to the NHS” event at Crewe Market Hall on Sunday October 3.

It will be held between 12 noon and 6.30pm as a thank-you for the all the work done by NHS staff during the pandemic.

October 1, 2021
New Nantwich “Marina Artisan Market” makes waves

New Nantwich “Marina Artisan Market” makes waves

By Jonathan White
A new Marina Artisan Market is proving to be a hit with punters at Nantwich Marina & Canal Centre.

The market features a range of artisan styles and arts, along with general traders, and takes place every two week at the Chester Road venue.

September 29, 2021
Nantwich singer Abbie Ozard returns for Words & Music Festival

Nantwich singer Abbie Ozard returns for Words & Music Festival

Nantwich’s own Abbie Ozard makes a triumphant return to her hometown on Tuesday October 12 as one of the headliners at this year’s Words & Music Festival.

Abbie first came to prominence in 2017, with her track ‘Average Disguise’ taking top spot in Words & Music’s inaugural song writing contest.

September 29, 2021