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Brood of ducklings at RSPCA Stapeley after drain rescue

Brood of ducklings at RSPCA Stapeley after drain rescue

This brood of ducklings found trapped in a storm drain in Cheshire have been rescued and cared for at RSPCA Stapeley Grange in Nantwich.

The young birds were spotted swimming at the bottom of the drain three feet below the road surface on Mill Lane, at Great Barrow.

April 23, 2026
New boutique Pilates studio opens its doors in Nantwich

New boutique Pilates studio opens its doors in Nantwich

A new boutique Pilates and wellness studio has opened in the heart of Nantwich.

Nolara Studio is based on Hospital Street and aims to offer small, beginner-friendly classes.

April 23, 2026
Bluebell Walk to launch at Combermere Estate near Nantwich

Bluebell Walk to launch at Combermere Estate near Nantwich

The annual Bluebell Walk at Combermere Estate near Nantwich will take place on Bank Holiday Sunday May 3rd.

Set within one of the region’s most iconic historic landscapes, the event offers a chance to explore the surroundings of the 900-year-old estate.

April 23, 2026
Is an electric car actually good for family life?

Is an electric car actually good for family life?

Every parent in Cheshire has had the same conversation at the school gate.

Someone’s just picked up an electric car, and the questions start flying.

April 22, 2026
Planners back bid for 85 new homes on fields off London Road in Nantwich

Planners back bid for 85 new homes on fields off London Road in Nantwich

Planning officers at Cheshire East Council are recommending a bid to build 85 more homes on fields off London Road in Nantwich be approved.

The application is for land in Stapeley which is mostly greenfield agricultural land.

April 22, 2026
Five-wicket haul for Doyle earns Nantwich CC flying start to new season

Five-wicket haul for Doyle earns Nantwich CC flying start to new season

Ray Doyle’s fantastic five-wicket performance helped Nantwich Cricket Club’s first team get their 2026 season off to a flying start.

After 13 years as skipper, Doyle has handed over the captaincy to Luke Robinson but will continue to play an important role in the team’s fortunes.

April 22, 2026
Nantwich Youth and Community Centre volunteers take part in spring clean

Nantwich Youth and Community Centre volunteers take part in spring clean

Nantwich Youth and Community Centre volunteers teamed up to support a community outdoor spring clean.

They decided to spruce up the outdoor areas of the popular centre on Birchin Lane, which is used for football, basketball and netball.

April 22, 2026
Very Best in Stand Up returns to Nantwich Civic Hall

Very Best in Stand Up returns to Nantwich Civic Hall

Live comedy returns to Nantwich Civic Hall next week as four top acts will perform at the Very Best in Stand Up.

The original line-up had included Scott Bennett as compere but he has had to cancel.

April 21, 2026
Nantwich firm SureCare launches use of Whzan Blue Box

Nantwich firm SureCare launches use of Whzan Blue Box

Nantwich-based care firm SureCare Central Cheshire have introduced the Whzan Blue Box as a way of keeping a closer eye on client wellbeing.

The Blue Box allows carers to take key health readings such as heart rate, blood pressure, temperature, and oxygen levels.

April 21, 2026
Nantwich Town Women to receive extra support after historic success

Nantwich Town Women to receive extra support after historic success

By Liam Price
Nantwich Town have pledged to back the club’s successful women’s team to equip them to compete in tier 5 after a second successive promotion.

The side, formed just six years ago, won their first ever league title in 2025 and this season have backed this up with another stunning title triumph.

April 21, 2026
South Cheshire retail park unveils plans for new padel courts

South Cheshire retail park unveils plans for new padel courts

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
A South Cheshire retail park could soon be serving up padel tennis as its latest offering if Cheshire East Council gives the go-ahead.

An application has been submitted for five padel courts and a clubhouse on vacant land at the Grand Junction Retail Park in Crewe.

April 21, 2026
Dumped puppies thriving with Nantwich animal charity carer

Dumped puppies thriving with Nantwich animal charity carer

Six puppies found dumped in a box by a busy Nantwich road are now thriving and “full of beans” more than eight weeks on.

The puppies are being looked after by Emma Caskie, of Nantwich-based Animal Lifeline charity.

April 21, 2026
Images show damage caused by huge blaze at Nantwich turkey farm

Images show damage caused by huge blaze at Nantwich turkey farm

These aerial images show the extent of the damage caused by a huge fire at a farm in Nantwich which killed 3,000 turkeys.

Fire crews were still on the scene last night more than 24 hours after the fire broke out by Alvaston Hall, on Peach Lane.

April 21, 2026