What’s On & Reviews

Nantwich Historical Society celebrates 50th anniversary

Nantwich Historical Society celebrates 50th anniversary

Nantwich Historical Society celebrated its 50th anniversary in style at The Crown Hotel, Nantwich.

Nantwich Town Council Mayor David Marren thanked the society for its contribution to the life of the town.

May 11, 2019
“Something About Simon” tribute show to perform at Crewe Lyceum

“Something About Simon” tribute show to perform at Crewe Lyceum

A new show celebrating the life and musical talent of legendary American singer songwriter Paul Simon is heading to South Cheshire next month before its run at Edinburgh Fringe Festival.

May 11, 2019
Review: The Beauty Queen of Leenane, Nantwich Players

Review: The Beauty Queen of Leenane, Nantwich Players

By Claire Faulkner
The Beauty Queen of Leenane by Martin McDonagh is the latest production from The Nantwich Players.

Directed by Peter Nawn, this dark and sometimes sinister play tells the story of a Maureen.

May 11, 2019
Nantwich Food Festival organisers appeal for volunteers

Nantwich Food Festival organisers appeal for volunteers

Nantwich Food Festival is holding an open evening in a bid to attract new volunteers to help at the 2019 event.

The festival is the largest free food festival in the UK, and is run entirely by volunteers.

May 10, 2019
Nantwich auctioneers appeal for transport items for next sale

Nantwich auctioneers appeal for transport items for next sale

Nantwich auction house Peter Wilson is appealing for collections of ‘transport’ items for its next sale.

The Market Street Fine Art Auctioneers are now seeking a special selection of transport related items for the July 18 sale.

May 8, 2019
Nantwich Players to stage “The Beauty Queen of Leenane”

Nantwich Players to stage “The Beauty Queen of Leenane”

Nantwich Players are continuing their season with their latest production – “The Beauty Queen of Leenane” – by Martin McDonagh.

In a small house in the mountains of Ireland, a lonely spinster locks horns with her house-bound, manipulative mother in a rage-filled battle of wills.

May 2, 2019
Nantwich Outdoor Pool set to open for summer season

Nantwich Outdoor Pool set to open for summer season

Nantwich Outdoor Pool will officially open for the new summer season this Saturday May 4.

And a spokesperson for Everybody Sport and Recreation said the pool will host free swimming as part of “fitness day” for members and non-members on Sunday May 5.

May 1, 2019
‘The Very Best In Stand Up’ returns to Nantwich Civic Hall

‘The Very Best In Stand Up’ returns to Nantwich Civic Hall

‘The Very Best In Stand Up’ returns to Nantwich Civic Hall on Friday May 3 with another top bill of comedy.

The first act of the evening is Dave Johns, one of the most respected and best loved stand up comics working on the British comedy circuit.

April 29, 2019
Nantwich Library – What’s On in May 2019

Nantwich Library – What’s On in May 2019

Nantwich Library on Beam Street has unveiled its list of events being held at the venue throughout May.

There are now Language Conversation groups for French, Spanish, German, Italian, Welsh and Russian.

April 29, 2019
Review: Mindgame at Crewe Lyceum Theatre

Review: Mindgame at Crewe Lyceum Theatre

By Claire Faulkner
Thrillers make excellent theatre. Don’t believe me?

Go along and see Mindgame at The Lyceum this week and find out for yourself.

April 25, 2019
Mayor opens new Cheshire Civil War gallery at Nantwich Museum

Mayor opens new Cheshire Civil War gallery at Nantwich Museum

Nantwich Town Mayor David Marren has opened the new Cheshire Civil War Centre gallery at Nantwich Museum.

The display features interpretation panels developed by the museum’s Research Group, supplemented by artefacts of the time and informative replicas.

April 25, 2019
West End hit “Lipstick On Your Collar” comes to Crewe Lyceum

West End hit “Lipstick On Your Collar” comes to Crewe Lyceum

West End hit “Lipstick On Your Collar” is coming to South Cheshire.

The live music show, which performs classic hits from the 1950s and 1960s, is being staged on Sunday May 12 at Crewe Lyceum.

April 23, 2019
Nantwich Film Club returns in May when it screens “The Rider”

Nantwich Film Club returns in May when it screens “The Rider”

Nantwich Film Club returns next month when it screens the movie “The Rider” on Monday May 13 at Nantwich Civic Hall.

Director Chloe Zhao was researching an upcoming project on a ranch in South Dakota when she met horse trainer Brady Jandreau and heard his story.

April 23, 2019