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Cheshire Wildlife Trust to stage beaver talk at Bickley Hall Farm

Cheshire Wildlife Trust to stage beaver talk at Bickley Hall Farm

National beaver expert Derek Gow will be in Cheshire to give a talk on the how the animal’s re-introduction could impact the countryside.

Cheshire Wildlife Trust is hosting the one-off talk at its headquarters at Bickley Hall Farm, between Malpas and Nantwich.

September 16, 2017
Nantwich Camera Club exhibition launches at museum

Nantwich Camera Club exhibition launches at museum

The 2017 Nantwich Camera Club Photographic Exhibition has opened at Nantwich Museum.

It features recent work from members of the successful club in the Millennium Gallery.

September 16, 2017
Sixth Audlem RNLI festival pulls in crowds

Sixth Audlem RNLI festival pulls in crowds

By Jonathan White
The sixth Audlem RNLI Festival proved a popular hit with hundreds of visitors to the Overwater Marina, between Audlem and Nantwich.

There was a Boatshare4U show and in the evening there was live entertainment from ‘ABBA Re-Bjorn’.

September 16, 2017

“The Odd Couple” – Female Version – Shavington Drama Group

Unger and Madison are at it again! Florence Unger and Olive Madison, that is, in Neil Simon’s hilarious contemporary comic classic: the female version of The Odd Couple. Instead of the poker party that begins the original version, Ms. Madison has invited the girls over for an evening of Trivial Pursuit. The Pidgeon sisters have been replaced by the two[Read More…]

September 13, 2017
Hundreds enjoy South Cheshire Model Society open day

Hundreds enjoy South Cheshire Model Society open day

By Jonathan White
Hundreds of train fanatics enjoyed South Cheshire Model Engineering Society’s annual Open Day

Visitors braved wet weather to attend the event at the rear of The Peacock Inn, on Crewe Road, Willaston.

September 13, 2017
Nantwich Riding for Disabled Group to stage Fun Day

Nantwich Riding for Disabled Group to stage Fun Day

Nantwich & District Riding for Disabled Group are to stage a Fun Day this Sunday September 17.

The event takes place at Reaseheath College Equestrian Centre from 2-4pm.

September 13, 2017
South Cheshire Chamber seeks out Young Apprentice of the Year

South Cheshire Chamber seeks out Young Apprentice of the Year

South Cheshire Chamber of Commerce is on the hunt for the Young Apprentice of the Year as part of its annual awards.

Organisers are expecting a flurry of activity as deadline for its 21st anniversary Business Awards draws near.

September 13, 2017
Tish with mum Beryl

Daughter’s moving tribute to Nantwich pensioner who died in A534 crash

The grieving daughter of a popular Nantwich pensioner has paid tribute after she died in a road accident on the A534.

Beryl Hilton, 84, was a passenger in a car which collided with a lorry on Nantwich Road, near the Old Manor pub.

September 13, 2017
Fallen trees and flooding but South Cheshire escapes Storm Aileen

Fallen trees and flooding but South Cheshire escapes Storm Aileen

Storm Aileen blew through South Cheshire overnight, causing trees to fall and roads to flood.

But Nantwich and surrounding areas escaped lightly with little structural damage, says Cheshire East Council.

September 13, 2017
Nantwich Town held 1-1 by Marine at stormy Weaver Stadium

Nantwich Town held 1-1 by Marine at stormy Weaver Stadium

Nantwich Town were held to a 1-1 draw by a strong Marine side in wet and windy conditions at the Weaver Stadium.

The Dabbers had taken a first half lead and looked in control despite Marine pressure.

September 13, 2017
Police issue Storm Aileen warning to Crewe and Nantwich residents

Police issue Storm Aileen warning to Crewe and Nantwich residents

Nantwich and Crewe residents are being warned to be prepared as Storm Aileen is set to sweep through Cheshire tonight (Sept 12)

The Met Office has issued an Amber weather warning for Cheshire, with forecasters predicting winds of up to 75mph.

September 12, 2017
Cheshire East Council chiefs seek stronger powers to tackle dog fouling

Cheshire East Council chiefs seek stronger powers to tackle dog fouling

Council chiefs are seeking stronger powers to tackle dog fouling which plagues the streets and open spaces of Nantwich and Crewe.

Cheshire East Council wants to impose a Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) on all its public spaces.

September 12, 2017
Review: Nantwich Players production of ‘The Game’

Review: Nantwich Players production of ‘The Game’

By Claire Faulkner
Nantwich Players have kicked off their new season this week with their own performance of The Game.

Directed by Jerry Park and written by Harold Brighouse, this delightful comedy is all about family, football, class and love.

September 11, 2017