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The Farmer’s Pants cycle rides in Nantwich return for 2026

The Farmer’s Pants cycle rides in Nantwich return for 2026

By Jonathan White
The “Farmer’s Pants” cycle rides have made a return kicking off another season of fun, fitness, and community spirit.

The free 11-mile cycling loop starts from Marsh Lane in Ravensmoor and true to its name, the route is shaped like a giant pair of underpants!

April 18, 2026
Peacock Railway launches 2026 season with popular opening day

Peacock Railway launches 2026 season with popular opening day

Railway enthusiasts and families enjoyed a fantastic afternoon as the much-loved Peacock Railway in Willaston held its first Public Running Day.

Operated by the South Cheshire Model Engineering Society, the miniature railway behind The Peacock Inn on Crewe Road, marked the start of a new season with a day out for families.

April 18, 2026
Young trailblazer Violet heads for international stage backed by Mornflake

Young trailblazer Violet heads for international stage backed by Mornflake

Shavington schoolgirl Violet Lennon is preparing for her next major competition after carving out a path in the world of ice hockey, while becoming a passionate ambassador for girls in sport along the way.

All this and she’s still only 12!

April 18, 2026
Wybunbury housing developers submit plans for more homes

Wybunbury housing developers submit plans for more homes

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
The applicants behind a controversial proposal for up to six homes in the open countryside at Wybunbury have submitted another application for more on the same field.

Martin and Simon Poole appealed to the planning inspectorate last August after Cheshire East’s southern planning committee deferred their original application on July 30 because councillors wanted to visit the site off Bridge Street before making a decision.

April 17, 2026
Nantwich mortgage firm Watts expands into new ‘home’ next door

Nantwich mortgage firm Watts expands into new ‘home’ next door

Nantwich mortgage specialists Watts has doubled the size of its home in the town while growing its team of specialists.

The family firm, founded 38 years ago, has taken over premises next door on Beam Heath Way business park and now occupies number 8 and 9 George House, Princes Court.

April 17, 2026
Police and agencies target shops selling fake vapes and cigarettes

Police and agencies target shops selling fake vapes and cigarettes

by Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire Police are working with Cheshire East Council and other agencies to crackdown on shops selling fake cigarettes and vapes, the county’s crime commissioner has said.

PCC Dan Price’s comments came after Cllr Sam Naylor said the growing number of small shops selling these fake products is a major concern for people in Northwich.

April 17, 2026
REVIEW: “Ghost” by Crewe Amateur Musicals Society

REVIEW: “Ghost” by Crewe Amateur Musicals Society

By Claire Faulkner
Crewe Amateur Musicals Society are back this week with their production of Ghost.

I’m familiar with the film, which was released back in 1990, but I’d never seen the musical before.

April 17, 2026
Nantwich fitness instructor tackles marathon in memory of brave Georgy

Nantwich fitness instructor tackles marathon in memory of brave Georgy

A fitness instructor at Nantwich Leisure Centre is putting her best foot forward in the London Marathon in memory of a little boy who touched many hearts with his brave battle against cancer.

It will be the second marathon Wistaston girl Mia Kinnest, 22, has undertaken to help raise money for The Bone Cancer Trust.

April 16, 2026
Solar panels considered for St Mary’s Church roof in Nantwich

Solar panels considered for St Mary’s Church roof in Nantwich

Solar panels could soon be installed on the roof of the historic St Mary’s Church in Nantwich, it has emerged.

Church leaders, councillors and volunteers have teamed up to explore the idea for the “Cathedral of South Cheshire” as part of its bid to become carbon neutral.

April 16, 2026
93% of Cheshire East parents offered first preference on Primary School Offer Day

93% of Cheshire East parents offered first preference on Primary School Offer Day

Cheshire East Council has contacted thousands of families on national primary school offer day with almost all receiving their preferred school.

After receiving a total of 3,978 applications this year, 92.6% of Cheshire East residents were offered a place at their first preference primary school.

April 16, 2026
New Deuce health bar opens on Hospital Street in Nantwich

New Deuce health bar opens on Hospital Street in Nantwich

New independent health bar Deuce is to open an outlet in Nantwich town centre on Hospital Street.

The bar, run by the team behind Cheshire Padel, aims to bring a “fresh, modern approach to nutrition and wellbeing” to the town centre.

April 15, 2026
Cheshire Police welcome closure of asylum seeker hotel in Crewe

Cheshire Police welcome closure of asylum seeker hotel in Crewe

Cheshire Police chiefs have welcomed the closure of an asylum seeker hotel in Crewe amid an “unacceptable”  amount of crime and disorder.

The Crewe Arms Hotel was being used to accommodate single male asylum seekers, but it has now been closed following partnership work between Cheshire Constabulary and the Home Office.

April 15, 2026
Vandals smash into Willaston football club’s changing rooms

Vandals smash into Willaston football club’s changing rooms

Angry officials at a local football club have hit out at vandals who broke in to changing rooms and caused damage.

The incident happened at the ground of Willaston Whitestar, just off Wistaston Road.

April 15, 2026