Linking local business & community in Congleton

Celebrating six years of collaboration, creativity, and distinctive artistic voices As summer turns to autumn, the Northern Girls artist collective warmly invites art lovers to their upcoming exhibition, taking place from Friday 2nd to Sunday 4th and Friday 9th to Sunday 11th October 2026, 10am–4pm, upstairs at Clonterbrook Gallery, Swettenham Heath, Cheshire. Northern Girls is a group of Cheshire-based professional artists comprising Allie Pottinger, Zelda Pickup, Alison Sta

As a result of the recent news, we have received an extraordinary number of messages, and it has been incredibly moving to read so many heartfelt expressions of support. It means a great deal to everyone at Jodrell Bank to know how deeply people care about this remarkable place. The announcement that funding for the e-MERLIN radio telescope network will cease from the end of March 2028 is deeply disappointing. This is one element of a wider series of cuts to some areas suppor

By Jenny, Days Out and Meals Out Reviews Each summer, The Lambing Shed Farm Shop & Café in Knutsford transforms part of its barn into The Beach, providing families all the fun of the seaside without leaving Cheshire. With a huge indoor sandpit, plenty of seating for parents and a brand-new café, it’s the perfect place for little ones to play, whatever the weather. Whether you’re escaping a rainy day or looking for somewhere cool and shaded on a hot afternoon, this easy and re

By Jenny, Days Out & Meals Out Our second year bobbing away to old-school British music while stood in a field in Ashley... and yet again, another reason why Cheshire is such a great place to live. The whole festival has such a relaxed, feel-good atmosphere. Everyone is just there to have fun. Friday’s theme was Hippy Peace & Love, and so many people fully embraced it with colourful outfits, tie-dye, flower power and plenty of 70s vibes. We had VIP tickets this year, which ga

By Jenny, Days Out and Meals Out Reviews Knutsford has a lovely new addition in “Knutcraft”, a pottery painting café tucked away in the characterful Ruskin Rooms on Drury Lane. It feels like a little creative hideaway which is light, welcoming, and instantly calming, with tables laid out with colourful paints that make you want to sit down and start creating straight away. Not only does it offer paint-a-pot sessions, but it also runs toddler and home educator sessions, birthd

By The BritFest Cheshire There comes a moment at every festival when the music stops being background noise and becomes something far more personal. A familiar song begins, the crowd falls into rhythm, and suddenly you are no longer entirely in the present. You are transported to another version of yourself — a summer years ago, a relationship, a road trip, a fleeting moment you thought had long been forgotten. It is this emotional connection that explains why festivals tend

By Jenny, Days Out and Meals Out Reviews By day, The Village Kitchen, Holmes Chapel, is a cosy little café serving up seriously good food. But once or twice a month, it flips the script and turns into something pretty special: their Supper Club evenings and honestly, they feel a bit magical. I was kindly invited to try their April menu, so my husband and I jumped at the chance for a very rare date night. This was my third time at the Supper Club, and somehow it just keeps get

By Katy O’Regan With many popular Easter break destinations facing disruption this year, and the possibility of European holidays becoming more expensive as summer approaches, perhaps this is the year we look a little closer to home when planning our next adventure. The UK is full of spectacular places to explore, and one area that deserves a special mention is Pembrokeshire. Just over four hours by car from Cheshire, or easily reached by train to Haverfordwest direct from Cr

By Jenny, Days Out and Meals Out Reviews We were invited down to the brand new Havoc VR in Adlington, which opened in September 2025, and it instantly impressed us with how it’s a great go-to indoor activity for older kids, teens & adults. Our experience kicked off in their impressive free-roam VR arena, where up to 12 players can run around completely wire-free. The freedom to move, dodge, and play makes everything feel far more immersive than your usual at-home VR headset.

By Jenny, Days Out and Meals Out Reviews There’s nothing better than getting outdoors after the festive season, shaking off the cobwebs with a refreshing New Year’s walk. Cheshire has so many beautiful spots to explore, and it’s the perfect way to stretch your legs, get some fresh air, and enjoy time with family and friends. Here are some of my favourites. Lud’s Church and The Hanging Stone An 8km walk best tackled in dry conditions. This striking corner of the Roaches blends