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Paddleboarders pass through Nantwich on 1,600km challenge

Paddleboarders pass through Nantwich on 1,600km challenge

A couple aiming to become the first to Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) from Land’s End to John o’Groats passed through Nantwich on their journey yesterday (August 14)

David Chant and Sophie Witter are paddle-boarding the whole 1,600km journey in a bid to raise more than £24,000 for three charities RNLI, Wilderness Foundation UK, and Frontline Children.

August 15, 2021
Audlem Tai Chi raises RNLI funds in memory of Geoff Pike

Audlem Tai Chi raises RNLI funds in memory of Geoff Pike

Audlem Tai Chi Group has raised £285 for the RNLI in memory of Geoff Pike.

Geoff was a former teacher with the group, who sadly passed away in November after a short illness.

January 10, 2021
Wrenbury youngster cycles 150 miles in aid of RNLI

Wrenbury youngster cycles 150 miles in aid of RNLI

A Wrenbury youngster has cycled more than 150 miles to raise funds for the RNLI.

Nine-year-old Alfie Nicholas pedalled five miles every day in October – come wind, rain or shine!

November 3, 2020
Crewe & Nantwich RNLI fundraiser awarded BEM in New Year Honours

Crewe & Nantwich RNLI fundraiser awarded BEM in New Year Honours

A Crewe & Nantwich RNLI fundraiser has been recognised in the New Year Honours List.

Audlem’s Rodney Cottrell is one of five RNLI volunteers to make the Queen’s New Year Honours List 2020.

December 27, 2019
More than 100 attend Overwater Wheelybus officially launched

More than 100 attend Overwater Wheelybus officially launched

More than 100 people attended the official launch of the Overwater Wheelybus in Audlem near Nantwich.

The Wheelybus is a project led by Rodney Cottrell and wife Christine, who have operated the Audlem Lass, the Overwater Wheelyboat and now the Overwater Wheelybus over the past eight years.

February 10, 2019
Aston woman to plunge 10,000ft in aid of terminally ill children

Aston woman to plunge 10,000ft in aid of terminally ill children

A Nantwich woman will be plunging new depths this summer – when she ski dives from 10,000ft in aid of terminally ill children.

Nikki Diamond, from Aston, usually goes the extra mile as part of her role as head of complex care at Shropshire Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG).

April 12, 2018
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
Fifth Audlem RNLI Festival hailed big success

Fifth Audlem RNLI Festival hailed big success

By Jonathan White
The fifth Audlem RNLI Festival at Overwater Marina near Nantwich has been hailed another success.

The festival featured a packed two-day programme, attracting hundreds of people.

September 10, 2016
Audlem RNLI Festival to be staged at Overwater Marina

Audlem RNLI Festival to be staged at Overwater Marina

The Audlem RNLI Festival will take place at the Overwater Marina near Nantwich on September 3 and 4.

A Boatshare Event takes place on the Saturday where there will be refreshments, licensed bar, cream teas, ice cream and more.

August 29, 2016
Overwater Marina to stage Audlem RNLI Festival

Overwater Marina to stage Audlem RNLI Festival

The Audlem RNLI Festival returns for another year this weekend, hosted by Overwater Marina near Nantwich.

The charity event at the marina, on the Shropshire Union Canal, starts at 6pm on Saturday May 30 and runs all day Sunday (May 31) from 10am.

May 27, 2015
Overwater Wheelyboat Project set to launch in Nantwich

Overwater Wheelyboat Project set to launch in Nantwich

A marina in Nantwich will soon be hosting free boat trips and water activities for disabled and mobility impaired residents.

The Overwater Wheelyboat Project aims to buy a specially-built boat with wheelchair, walking frame and walking stick access for people.

February 26, 2015
Audlem village packed as Christmas lights switch-on event

Audlem village packed as Christmas lights switch-on event

The Audlem Christmas Lights switch-on took place in the village with a host of entertainment on offer.

A choir from Audlem St James’ Primary School performed on the steps of St James’ Church and a brass band performed outside Williams’ Newsagent.

November 30, 2014
Hundreds enjoy ‘Lifejam’ music event in aid of RNLI

Hundreds enjoy ‘Lifejam’ music event in aid of RNLI

By Jonathan White
A special music event took place near Nantwich to help raise money for the RNLI.

‘Lifejam’ was the idea of former Audlem resident Reuben Palin and took place to raise money for a new £8.5 million RNLI Lifeboat Station in St David’s, Wales.

October 20, 2014