Nantwich News

More delays for 200 families living on contaminated land in Crewe

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
More than 200 families must continue living in homes with no planning permission after Cheshire East’s environmental health officer revealed there were ‘inconsistencies’ in a developer’s information about land contamination.

Environmental health officer Niall Martin told the council’s strategic planning board yesterday (November 22), although there was no evidence of hazard to human health at the recently built Coppenhall Place in Crewe, a check of some gardens this week had revealed there was rubble of a type which should not be there.

November 23, 2023 —

St Luke’s Hospice lights up Nantwich with Christmas Tree Festival

A Christmas Tree Festival is taking place in Nantwich this weekend in aid of St Luke’s Hospice.

The festival of 40 twinkling trees will also feature a “Christmas Cinema”.

November 22, 2023 —

Nantwich Library opening hours to change from December

New library opening hours in Nantwich and across Cheshire East will come into effect from December 1.

The changes will be at all sites across the borough except for Alderley Edge library where the new opening hours will go live on Tuesday 5 December.

November 22, 2023 —

Nantwich Nutrition Club marks first anniversary

The owners of Nantwich Nutrition Club on Hospital Street have celebrated their first year milestone of helping residents with their health and wellness.

The organisation is a members only club which aims to be a place to be for an “inspiring, fun vibe breakfast”.

November 22, 2023 —

Drone expert unveils aerial photography book at Nantwich event

By Jonathan White
Aerial photographer Rob Higgins has unveiled his new book “Britain’s Railways from the Air” at an event at Nantwich Bookshop & Coffee Lounge.

For his book Rob captured dozens of aerial photographs, taken with an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) or drone, to provide a unique perspective of the history and workings of Britain’s railways.

November 22, 2023 —

Fears for Crewe and Nantwich after missing out on Levelling Up funds

The Government is “giving up” on Crewe and Nantwich rather than “levelling up”, claims the constituency’s Labour candidate.

Connor Naismith hit out after the recipients of Round 3 of the Levelling Up Fund was unveiled – with Cheshire East Council’s bids missing out.

November 22, 2023 —

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Indoor Plant Trends – Elevating your home with latest greenery

Have you ever thought of growing plants indoors?

This is the latest rage many homeowners and interior designers are embracing.

Most indoor plants are exotic and adapt to frost-free and warm atmospheres.

November 22, 2023 —

Bid to build Nantwich holiday lodges backed by CEC planners

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Plans to build five holiday lodges in open countryside near Nantwich have been recommended for approval by planners, despite objections from residents and parish councillors.

The scheme is earmarked for land at Fletchers Pool, off Bridgemere Lane at Hunsterson.

November 21, 2023 —

Performing arts school Stagecoach Nantwich scoops business honour

Performing arts school Stagecoach Nantwich has scooped “Business of the Year” at a Cheshire awards ceremony.

The company, run by Laura Grannell, is based from Brine Leas School and has helped thousands of youngsters develop skills in singing, dance, drama and performance.

November 21, 2023 —

Nantwich Town handed plum FA Trophy tie with York City

Nantwich Town have drawn a plum FA Trophy third round tie against former EFL side York City.

The Dabbers will host the National League outfit at the Swansway Stadium on Saturday December 9, kick off 3pm.

November 21, 2023 —

Road closure causing traffic chaos across Nantwich

The closure of a busy road in and out of Nantwich which is causing traffic chaos at peak times, is set to remain closed until Friday.

Wellington Road, by Station View, has been closed to all traffic and pedestrians since the weekend.

November 21, 2023 —

Cheshire Wildlife Trust gearing up for tree planting season

The Nature Recovery team at Cheshire Wildlife Trust are to embark on a tree planting season – and are appealing for local landowners to help.

The Trust has ambitious targets to create 2000 hectares of new woodland across Cheshire by 2030 in line with its 30 by 30 aims and objectives.

November 20, 2023 —

Nantwich friends to hold fundraiser for young leukaemia sufferer

Three Nantwich friends are teaming up to stage a fundraiser to help a young four-year-old battling leukaemia.

Olivia Butler (pictured), who lives on Wychwood Village, was diagnosed with leukaemia in June this year and is currently undergoing two years of treatment.

November 20, 2023 —