What’s On & Reviews

Willaston pub to stage fundraiser for St Luke’s Hospice

Willaston pub to stage fundraiser for St Luke’s Hospice

The new landlord of a Willaston pub is set to stage a fundraiser in aid of St Luke’s Hospice.

Neil Turner, of The Nag’s Head on Wistaston Road, is hosting the event on November 18.

November 8, 2023
Thousands enjoy charity fireworks event at Queens Park in Crewe

Thousands enjoy charity fireworks event at Queens Park in Crewe

By Jonathan White
Thousands of people attended the annual Crewe Lions Club ‘Charity Fireworks Display’ at Queens Park in Crewe on Sunday.

The park gates were opened at 5pm, the bonfire (making a return this year) was lit at 6:30pm and the fireworks started at 8pm.

November 8, 2023
Money raised in memory of Seahorse Swimming Club founder

Money raised in memory of Seahorse Swimming Club founder

By Jonathan White
The family of Barbara Warrington, one of Seahorse Swimming Club’s founder members, visited Crewe Lifestyle Centre to present a cheque to the club in her memory.

Barbara, who died in August, volunteered at Seahorse from 1956 until 2001, where she spent most of her time in the role of chief instructor.

November 6, 2023
REVIEW: “Anything is Possible if you Think about it Hard Enough”, Nantwich Players

REVIEW: “Anything is Possible if you Think about it Hard Enough”, Nantwich Players

By Claire Faulkner
The first Studio Production of the season from Nantwich Players is Anything is Possible if you Think about it Hard Enough by Cordelia O’Neill.

Directed by Anastasia Newton, this two hander piece explores aspects of love and grief with its audience.

November 3, 2023
Firework displays taking place in and around Nantwich this weekend

Firework displays taking place in and around Nantwich this weekend

A number of local firework displays are taking place in and around Nantwich this weekend, weather permitting!

This list has been compiled by writer and photographer Jonathan White.

November 2, 2023
Nantwich Buddies volunteers celebrate milestone event

Nantwich Buddies volunteers celebrate milestone event

Nantwich Buddies volunteer group which started by accident during the pandemic, has celebrated a milestone event after being selected to benefit from a major fundraiser.

The Cheshire Police Federation chose Nantwich Buddies to be the sole beneficiaries of their annual dinner

October 30, 2023
Fireworks set for live comedy night at Nantwich Civic Hall

Fireworks set for live comedy night at Nantwich Civic Hall

Fireworks are guaranteed at the next Very Best In Stand Up live comedy show in Nantwich this coming Friday November 3.

At the helm on compere duties at Nantwich Civic Hall is Toby Hadoke.

October 28, 2023
Nantwich Museum to host autumn talks and workshop

Nantwich Museum to host autumn talks and workshop

Nantwich Museum has launched some autumn talks and a workshop which will all take place in the Museum’s Millennium Gallery.

The full list of talks and workshop at the Pillory Street venue is listed below:

October 25, 2023
REVIEW: “Theft” is latest Nantwich Players production

REVIEW: “Theft” is latest Nantwich Players production

By Claire Faulkner
Theft written by Eric Chappell, and directed by John Mackay is the latest production from Nantwich Players.

Two couples and long-standing friends are out celebrating a wedding anniversary, but when John and Barbara return home they find they’ve been burgled, not only that, but the culprit is still on the premises.

October 22, 2023
Nantwich Food Awards winners announced at Civic Hall ceremony

Nantwich Food Awards winners announced at Civic Hall ceremony

The best Nantwich pubs, restaurants and other food outlets were celebrated last night at the 2023 Nantwich Food Awards 2023.

Dozens of popular eateries and food places were celebrated at the event last night at Nantwich Civic Hall.

October 21, 2023
REVIEW: “That’ll Be The Day” at Crewe Lyceum

REVIEW: “That’ll Be The Day” at Crewe Lyceum

By Claire Faulkner
Music fans were delighted on Tuesday night as That’ll Be The Day returned to The Lyceum in Crewe.

The production is a celebration of music and iconic moments from the 50s, 60s, 70s and 80s.

October 18, 2023
Nantwich singer hits stage in support of Brit star Rumer

Nantwich singer hits stage in support of Brit star Rumer

By Jonathan White
Thousands of people enjoyed a range of live shows during another successful Nantwich “Words and Music Festival”.

The 16th annual festival took place across different venues, ending on Sunday night with headliners Ocean Colour Scene at Nantwich Civic Hall.

October 17, 2023
Haydn Jones centenary exhibition opens at Nantwich Museum

Haydn Jones centenary exhibition opens at Nantwich Museum

“The Street is my Studio” exhibition celebrating the centenary of local artist J. Haydn Jones (1923-2023), has opened at Nantwich Museum.

It is being staged in the Community Gallery of the Pillory Street venue and will run until Saturday 11 November.

October 14, 2023