The Town Council is planning a major investment in the Civic Hall to secure its long term future as a community building for the people of Nantwich and the surrounding area.

Although adequate for smaller music events, the stage is restricted and does not have facilities for plays and major musical productions.

A two storey rear extension is proposed to add to the community uses and events in the future.

A planning application has been submitted to Cheshire East. The plans can be viewed at the Civic Hall between the hours of 9.30am to 4.30pm - Monday to Friday or on the Council’s website.

Additional facilities will include:- An enlarged stage- A multi-functional space for various purposes including * access to the rear of the stage * A green room for the stage * A large meeting room * A dining room- Large function room and bar on the first floor

- New dressing rooms

Nantwich Civic Hall Extension Plans Revealed

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Over the summer, my wife and Mayoress Linda and I have attended many wonderful events. We saw record numbers attend the award winning Nantwich Show. This was followed by the Big Day Out and of course Nantwich Food Festival.

These events could not achieve what they have done, without the incredible volunteers. On behalf of the town I would like to thank you for all of your efforts, hard work and dedication.

Many household names have visited events at our town, in recent months and I am sure many have been entertained by them.

Over the last few months we have seen TV chefs James Martin and Jean-Christophe Novelli. In the Words and Music Festival there has been legendary broadcaster Whispering Bob Harris, Dr John Cooper Clarke, and our own Thea Gilmore and Nigel Stonier.

In sports we have seen Bryony Page and Andy Small succeed at Rio 2016. I am extremely pleased to be able to see them at the Christmas Light Switch on, together with Thea.

We are a town very much punching above our weight and it is a real privilege to be its Mayor.

Welcome

Dates for the Diary

Artisan MarketNantwich Town Square

Saturday Sat 10th Dec

Santa’s PolkaDot Pirate

3rd - 7th December

The Ultimate Xmas

Party - Sat 3rd Dec

Nantwich Market open all day for fresh

Christmas produceSat 24th Dec

Farmers Markets -

26th Nov, 17th Dec

Cllr Andrew Martin

Battle of Nantwich

Saturday 28th Jan 2017

CouncillorsMayorCouncillor Penny Butterill21 Birchin Lane, Nantwich,CW5 6JUTel: 01270 625575North & West Ward

Deputy MayorCouncillor David Marren76 Crewe Road, Shavington.CW2 5DWTel: 01270 569284South Ward

Councillor Gordon Bartram3 Bishops Wood, Nantwich,CW5 7QDTel: 01270 627276North & West Ward

Councillor Stuart Bostock12 Bowyer Avenue, Nantwich,CW5 5PSTel: 01270 627702North & West Ward

Councillor Douglas Bowyer-Bates6 South Crofts, Nantwich,CW5 5SGTel: 01270 629577North & West Ward

Councillor Peter Groves1 Yew Tree Close, Bulkeley,SY14 8DATel: 01829 720439South Ward

Councillor Ms Diana Hall17 Holland Walk, Nantwich,CW5 5USTel: 01270 623530North & West Ward

Councillor Pam Kirkham35 Marsh Lane, Nantwich,CW5 5HPTel: 01270 627999North & West Ward

Councillor John Lewis16 Lakeside View, Nantwich,CW5 7GATel: 01270 627507South Ward

Councillor Andrew Martin48 London Road, Stapeley,Nantwich, CW5 7JLTel: 01270 627740South Ward

Councillor Arthur Moran16 Gerard Drive, Nantwich.CW5 5JRTel: 01270 624071North & West Ward

Councillor Norma Simpson24 Cherrington Road,Nantwich, CW5 7AWTel: 01270 625399South Ward

Mr Ian HopeTown ClerkCivic HallMarket StreetNantwichCW5 5DGTel: 01270 619224

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Awards for Nantwich PlayersNantwich Players regularly compete in two full-length Drama Festivals (Cheshire Theatre Guild and North Staffs Drama Federation) and two one-act Festivals in Wilmslow and Greater Manchester.

Adjudicators visit the theatres watching dozens of plays making copious notes on each one, until at the end of the season winners are identified in every category. Everything is judged from the poster to the choice of interval music, from the set-painting and costumes to the actors’ performances. The culmination of the judges’ work and the drama groups achievements are the Awards Nights where each Theatre Company learns how they have performed against each other.

Nantwich Players won 10 Awards for their plays in the 2016-17 season in categories as varied as Acting, Directing, Lighting & Sound, Costume and Best Production. In addition to the Awards, there were a further 20 nominations. As there can be more than 60 plays in some Festivals this has been a most encouraging result and it is the group’s intention to enter Festivals next year too.

If you have not yet attended a performance, visit www.nantwichplayers.com for more information.

The Magical Family Adventure - The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe 8-16 December

A poignant drama of love and loss - Colder Than Here 9-17 February

Nantwich Town DabbersUnder 12 TeamLed by joint managers Chris Morris and Carl Boffey, the boys will be joining the Potteries League 2017/2018 and are looking forward to a new challenge and meeting new teams.

In the recent season the boys reached the final at the popular Sandbach FC tournament, other achievements include a competitive visit for a friendly at Wolves FC, also a thrilling win of 5-3 against Manchester City youth team at the Etihad youth training ground.

Results for the South Cheshire Youth League: Played 30 Won 23Drew 2 Lost 5Goals for 167 Goals against 51

Food Festival’s Huge SuccessNantwich once again had people packing the streets of our lovely town to enjoy the annual free Food Festival that has become a much-loved and ‘must go-to’ festival in the Nantwich events calendar.

The festival has gone from strength to strength. This year it offered over 200 stalls selling a wide range of food and crafts, 2 music stages showcasing local artists, competitions, children’s entertainment and local and celebrity chef demonstrations.

Candice Brown, 2016 Bake Off Winner wowed the crowds with her baking demonstrations, happily touring the town posing for photographs with local traders and visitors. Katy Ashworth, CBeebies presenter returned to delight children and parents alike.

Festival Director John Coulter stated “The response from the fabulous, hardworking volunteers had been fantastic. It makes all our efforts over the year, as well as over the weekend worthwhile when we see all our visitors enjoying themselves. A big thank you also needs to be given to our Sponsors, local traders, Nantwich Town Council and Cheshire East Council for their support. Without this essential help we could not put on a festival.”

He continued “The Festival also brings together many organisations such as local Scouts, bands, buskers, churches and charities and prides itself on helping to give a start-up to small businesses.”

Plans are now underway to organise a 2018 Festival. Anyone who is interested in helping either throughout the year, or over the weekend, are asked to contact info@nantwichfoodfestival.co.uk

Sergeant Ian Bennett and the Nantwich beat team say a big hello to all local residents and visitors to the town.

It has been another busy year in Nantwich, working alongside the Town Council to provide support for events and initiatives. This year’s food festival was another great success and Nantwich officers were all involved to make the town a safe and enjoyable environment for all visitors.

The Town Council, local residents and the Nantwich Policing Team have also identified that road safety is a concern to many around the town. In view of this the team deployed the new TRU-CAM enforcement camera around the area. This has been well received by local residents and we have also had great support from the Nantwich Town Speedwatch Group. As winter approaches our efforts to make the town roads safer will continue, the aim is not just to prosecute offenders for speeding offences but to educate them of the dangers when using excessive speed.

The Nantwich beat team wishes everyone all the best for the forthcoming festive period and a great New Year. If you want to keep up with the team’s good work you can follow us on twitter @PoliceNantwich.

Nantwich Concert Band News

Following a successful summer season including their Midsummer Music Concert in the Civic Hall, lively music at the Food Festival and Charity Concert in St. Mary’s Church, Nantwich Concert Band look forward to their Christmas programme starting with a concert in the Methodist Church, Hospital Street on Saturday 9th December at 7.30pm Tickets £6 including mince pie and a cup of tea.

The Band recently held an open rehearsal night where people of all ages were able to try new instruments purchased with the help from Baker, Wynne and Wilson Community Pledge. All who attended joined the Community Band and have been learning to play and some even learning to read music.

There are still some instruments available, anyone interested in joining the Community Band or Main Band contact Musical Director Nick Birch email: nbirch92@gmail.com or phone: 07794369985

Christmas @ Nantwich Museum Nantwich Civic Society at 50 Exhibition, Millennium Gallery, Wednesday 15 November - Saturday 20 January 2018.

An exhibition celebrating the work of the Society, which was founded in 1967. It tells how the Society was formed at a time when the town was witnessing many dramatic changes, including the loss of buildings of historic and architectural importance. Photographs in the exhibition provide a selective view on buildings constructed over the last 50 years to stimulate thoughts and comments about modern architecture, and how new buildings might be designed in future to enhance the town.

Kaleidoscope 3 Your Space Gallery until Saturday 6 January 2018. A collection of recent work by local artist Gordon Lancaster. A variety of subjects are featured selected to appeal to a wide audience.

Christmas At The Museum

10.30 am - 3.00 pm, Saturday 25 NovemberCraft Fayre In aid of museum funds featuring handmade goods from the museum’s Craft Group.

11.00 am, Saturday 16 December Carol Singing In the Millennium Gallery.

Christmas Opening HoursThe museum will close 4.30 Friday 22 December and re-open 10.30 Tuesday 2 January 2018.

Ideal Christmas present? Become a Friend of Nantwich Museum and support the work of the museum. No renewal until April 2019.

Membership includes voting at the AGM, Newsletters, discounts on talks and events, an Annual Dinner.

Individual membership: £20; Families: £30. Application forms and further details are available from the Museum.

Local sports team looking for new players - no previous experience needed!

Crewe & Nantwich Korfball Club plays the dutch sport of Korfball, which is a unique, mixed-gender sport with similarities to basketball and netball but with men and women playing on the same team.

The club trains every Tuesday at 8pm in the Malbank School sports hall and your first two sessions are free!If you’re looking for something new to try, to meet new people and get active, come along to try korfball (age 14+). To find out more you can visit http://www.crewe.korfball.org.uk/ or email cankorf@googlemail.com

Spotlight On A Local Club

Nantwich Film Club

Continued Food Bank Support Nantwich Film Club will once again this year be offering support to the town’s Food Bank.

The Volunteer based Community Cinema Club has requested it’s supporters to donate packaged food items, tins etc. when attending its monthly film showings at the Civic Hall.

Mike Tilley, Chairman of the Film Club, said “We would very much appreciate suitable food donations for the Food Bank. This is a worthy cause that we supported last year with both food and financial assistance and will continue to do so. We have a very loyal following of people to our films and last year

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IN THE

CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR OPENING HOURS

Tuesday 19th December 9am - 1pmThursday 21st December 9am - 3pmSaturday 23rd December 9am - 4pmThursday 28th December 9am - 3pmSaturday 30th December 9am - 4pmTuesday 2nd January 9am - 1pm

Nantwich Market

Crewe & Nantwich Round Table are once again collecting with their Float and could be coming near you! Look out for Santa on the following dates: Sat 9th (DAY) Nantwich Town CentreSat 9th (EVE) AudlemSun 10th AudlemMon 11th WillastonTue 12th WillastonWed 13th Wybunbury Fri 15th NantwichSun 17th NantwichMon 18th NantwichTue 19th Worleston & Barbridge

Christmas @ St Mary’s ChurchOn Christmas Eve, the popular Crib Service will take place in the church at 2pm, 3.30pm and 5pm.

11.30pm Midnight Eucharist

Farmers’ MarketsSaturday 25th NovemberSaturday 16th December

Artisan MarketSaturday 2nd December

Stock up on hamper treats, fresh Christmas produce and

beautifully crafted gifts at Nantwich’s Markets

Nantwich Rotary will also be in the town with Father Christmas, between 10am and 4pm, on the following dates: Sat 16th (DAY) Nantwich Town CentreThu 21st (DAY) Nantwich Town Centre

www.nantwichtowncouncil.gov.uk01270 628633

AT THE

NovemberMonday 20th Charity Bingo NightThursday 23rd V&A Antiques FairFriday 24th OYSTERBAND – 40th Celebration TourSaturday 25th Dance Baby Sling FairSunday 26th Bead FairThursday 30th Table Top Sale

DecemberFriday 1st The Very Best In Stand UpSaturday 2nd to Wednesday 6th Santa’s Mixed Up Martian Children’s ShowThursday 7th Table Top SaleFriday 8th Electro 80’s Christmas Party – SOLD OUT!!!Saturday 9th Ceroc Freestyle DanceSunday 10th Acton Amateur Operatic Society ConcertMonday 11th Nantwich Film Club Thursday 14th Table Top SaleSaturday 16th Paul Larcombe as Elvis - SOLD OUT!!!Sunday 17th Co-operative Wind Bands Christmas ConcertThursday 21st Table Top SaleFriday 31st The Very Best In Stand Up New Years Eve Comedy Special

Civic

Weekly Civic EventsTuesday Short Mat Bowls 10.00am to noonTable Tennis 1.30pm to 4.30pmCeroc 7.45pm to 11.00pm

Wednesday 50+ Club 10am to noonSequence Tea Dance 1.15pm to 3.45pmAC Fusion Dance 7.00pm to 10.30pm - Modern Line Dancing Thursday Social Ballroom, Latin & 7.45pm to 10.30pmPopular Sequence Dancing

FREE UNTIL

JAN 2018

WEDNESDAYS1.15pm - 3.45pm

Come along and have joinour easy dance session for free.

Tea/coffee included.

Sessions usually £2. No membership required

Sequence Dance

Looking Forward... 2018Looking Forward... 2018Battle Of Nantwich Saturday 27th January 2017For over 40 years the faithful troops of The Sealed Knot have gathered in Nantwich to re-enact the bloody battle that took place almost 400 years ago and mark the end of the long and painful siege of the town. Full details of the event can be found at www.battleofnantwich.co.uk

Limehouse LizzyFriday 19th January 2017Limehouse Lizzy present the greatest hits of Thin Lizzy. The group continue to keep the spirit of Celtic rock icon Philip Lynott and his band Thin Lizzy alive, well and dominating stages worldwide. Tickets £10. Nantwich Civic Hall

Meet The BeatlesFriday 16th February 2017Back at Nantwich Civic Hall by popular demand, the UK’s most authentic Beatles tribute band will perform all your favourite hits. Tickets £10.

NANTWICHNANTWICH CHRISTMAS LIGHTS CHRISTMAS LIGHTS

SWITCH ONSWITCH ON

Father Christmas - Live Music - RidesStreet Entertainers - Switch On (7PM)

THURSDAY THURSDAY 23RD 23RD

NOVEMBERNOVEMBER FROM 5PMFROM 5PM

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Sat 2nd - Sat 2nd - Wed 6th Wed 6th DecemberDecember

Nantwich Civic HallNantwich Civic HallA fun show packed with Christmas

cheer and lots of songs for children to join in with.

Plus my earthlings get to meet Santa and receive a present.