Roald Dahl’s classic tale is one of those endearing stories which sticks in the memory – even when your memory is on the way out. There have been many stage and screen adaptations of a book first published 52 years ago.
A teenage motorcyclist killed in a horror smash on the A51 near Nantwich has been named as Sam Carson. The 18-year-old, from Alpraham, was airlifted to hospital after the accident near Travellers Rest pub after his red Honda 125cc bike crashed.
Nantwich Cricket Club are celebrating another trophy – this time won by their talented Under 15s team. The youngsters beat Neston to win the final of the of the ECB-sponsored Cheshire Under 15s Cup at Grappenhall.
Cutting edge furniture, glass and ceramics by famous designers is to go under the hammer in Nantwich this week. Works by Piero Fornasetti, sculptor Danny Lane and industrial designer-maker Tom Dixon will at auction in Nantwich on July 10-11.
Students at a Nantwich college have handed over nearly £6,000 as a tribute to Britain’s war veterans. Proceeds from Reaseheath College’s RAG (Raising and Giving) activities were donated to Broughton House at their summer graduation ball.
Nantwich Town’s first ever women’s team has been launched at the club’s Weaver Stadium. And interest in the team has been strong, with experienced players coming forward to join.
The second “Societies Spectacular” will be held in Nantwich town square this weekend. The event aims to raise awareness of local societies and clubs, and give residents a chance to participate.
A recruitment firm has raised £750 to the One in Eleven Appeal for a new neonatal unit serving Nantwich and Crewe. Forrest Recruitment donated the cash to Mid Cheshire Hospitals Charity – coordinators of the appeal for the unit at Leighton Hospital.
More than 40 members of Crewe & Nantwich Rambling Club took part in their latest day trip to Malvern Hills. Members of all ages, including an 80-year-old, enjoyed the walks taking in the Worcestershire beauty spot.
A local entrepreneur is to help stage two vintage fairs in Nantwich this summer. Alexis Beech (pictured) is bringing her Vintage Escapades Handmade and Vintage fairs to Nantwich for two events on July 20 and August 17.
Nantwich CC 1sts returned to winning ways with an eight-wicket victory at Macclesfield in scorching heat. The hosts were bowled out for 149 in 51.3 overs, as bowlers Jimmy Warrington and Oliver Griffiths ripped through their order.
A teenage motorcyclist was seriously injured in an accident on the A51 near Alpraham, Nantwich. The 18-year-old, from Alpraham, was airlifted to hospital after the incident near the Travellers Rest pub.
Nantwich Town supporters are being asked to help spruce up Weaver Stadium in time for the new 2013-14 season. The club’s annual close season tidy up will take place this weekend July 6 and 7.
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