What’s On & Reviews

Universal Model Show draws crowds to Nantwich event

Universal Model Show draws crowds to Nantwich event

By Jonathan White
Model-making enthusiasts and families flocked to Nantwich for the popular Universal Model Show at Malbank School & Sixth Form College yesterday (February 22nd).

Hosted by the South Cheshire Military Modelling Club, the annual event transformed the venue into a showcase of creativity, craftsmanship and community spirit.

February 23, 2026
REVIEW: “Double Indemnity” by Tim Holloway at Crewe Lyceum

REVIEW: “Double Indemnity” by Tim Holloway at Crewe Lyceum

by Claire Faulkner
Audiences at Crewe Lyceum this week will be treated to a tale of murder and deceit with Tim Holloway’s stage adaptation of James M. Cain’s novel, Double Indemnity.

Perhaps most well-known from the iconic 1944 film featuring Fred MacMurray and Barbara Stanwyck, but you don’t have to be familiar with the film to enjoy this production.

February 18, 2026
Shavington Village Festival earns double win at NODA District 8 Awards

Shavington Village Festival earns double win at NODA District 8 Awards

Shavington Village Festival Committee are celebrating a successful awards night after taking home two honours at the NODA District 8 Awards.

The awards recognised SVFC’s 2026 pantomime “Rapunzel” by Tom Whalley, which received an impressive 10 nominations on the night.

February 16, 2026
ADHD experience, recovery and resilience explored in Nantwich talk

ADHD experience, recovery and resilience explored in Nantwich talk

A 60-minute public talk exploring ADHD, how it affects everyday life, is to be staged in Nantwich.

The event aims to show how a greater understanding of the condition can help people manage challenges and strengths of a neurodivergent brain.

February 15, 2026
Nantwich Museum appeals for Hospital Street exhibition

Nantwich Museum appeals for Hospital Street exhibition

Nantwich Museum are appealing for residents to help uncover and celebrate the rich history of Hospital Street.

A new exhibition called “Hospital Street through time” aims to feature its buildings, businesses, and the people who lived and worked there.

February 15, 2026
REVIEW: “The Importance of Being Earnest” by Nantwich Players

REVIEW: “The Importance of Being Earnest” by Nantwich Players

By Claire Faulkner
A handbag? Nantwich Players have brought Oscar Wilde’s comedy, The Importance of being Earnest to the stage this week.

A classic farce, full of satire, mistaken identities, chaotic romance and of course, cucumber sandwiches.

February 14, 2026
Chart-topping artist lined up for Nantwich Roots event

Chart-topping artist lined up for Nantwich Roots event

Chart-topping artist Elles Bailey is heading to Nantwich as part of this year’s Nantwich Roots event, organisers have announced.

The Blues/ Americana singer is currently at number 15 on the National Album Chart as well as being No 1 on the Americana chart with her new release “Can’t Take My Story Away”.

February 12, 2026
Crown Hotel to stage wedding and party showcase event

Crown Hotel to stage wedding and party showcase event

The iconic Crown Hotel in Nantwich is to stage a special wedding and party showcase event later this month.

The High Street venue is inviting members of the public to the free two-day event on February 28th and March 1st.

February 9, 2026
Reaseheath College to stage popular Lambing Weekends

Reaseheath College to stage popular Lambing Weekends

Families are being invited to Reaseheath College’s popular Lambing and Mini Zoo Weekends at its Nantwich campus.

The event offers a chance to experience one of the most important moments in the farming calendar as spring begins to stir.

February 9, 2026
Nantwich and Acton Grammar School archive exhibition opens at museum

Nantwich and Acton Grammar School archive exhibition opens at museum

An exhibition of items from the Nantwich Museum Collection and Malbank School and Sixth Form College, ‘NAGS, Nantwich and Acton Grammar School Archive’ has opened at Nantwich Museum.

The exhibition is due to run until Saturday March 14th.

February 6, 2026
REVIEW: The Wedding Singer, at Crewe Lyceum

REVIEW: The Wedding Singer, at Crewe Lyceum

Show Ready Productions are celebrating romance and finding true love at The Lyceum this week with the musical comedy, The Wedding Singer.

Set in New Jersey in the 1980s, we follow Robbie, lead singer of Simply Wed, a nice guy who believes in true love and romance, but finds himself heartbroken after being dumped at the altar.

February 6, 2026
Nantwich Youth and Community Centre stages first rock outing

Nantwich Youth and Community Centre stages first rock outing

Youngsters at Nantwich Youth Community Centre School of Rock enjoyed their first ever rock outing when they attended “Justin Hawkins Rides Again” in Crewe.

February 5, 2026
Creative writers in spotlight at Nantwich Library showcase event

Creative writers in spotlight at Nantwich Library showcase event

Creative writers are busy penning their short stories, poems and prose for a special event at Nantwich Library later this month.

The Creative Writing Group, which meets at the library monthly, will stage their first “come and listen” showcase of their work at 5pm on Tuesday February 10th.

February 2, 2026