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Each year end , The Ark Community cafe gives away any profits to local groups who would benefit from a donation. If you know of a voluntary community group who would be interested in receiving a one off amount, please ask them to contact Kathryn Holmes, 01606 889879, for details of how to apply - the procedure is simple. Applications should be received by 28th January.
Please note the last opening of the cafe this year is 8th December when profits will be given to the Children’s Society as it’s Christmas Jumper Day - feel free to wear yours if you’re coming along!
We reopen, after the Panto season, on Friday 16th February 2024.
The Ark Cafe exists to serve & support the community, it’s run entirely by volunteers. New volunteers are always welcome, please ring Kathryn for information.
To be clear, St John’s Church owns the premises & the Ark hires them from the Church. It is open Fridays during term time 9-2pm, school holidays 10-2pm .
TICKETS ON SALE NOW 
Join Hansel and Gretel on their adventures as they encounter a Duck, a Bear, and a Witch from January 25th to 28th, 2024, at St John's Church Hall, Sandiway. Secure your tickets now at
Pete Waterman OBE and his 'Merry Railnuts' team are making a Christmas Hit for all the family during this year's festive season at Blakemere Village.
They are setting up their award winning “Making Tracks III” 64ft long model railway that will include interactive elements for children and adults with a few hidden surprises! Following its recent success at Chester Cathedral, Pete Waterman and the Railnuts team will be bringing their layout to Cheshire Outdoors at Blakemere Village hosted by Magical Wonderland at Christmas.
This incedible 64ft long model railway, which first appeared at Chester Cathedral between July and September 2023, will be in full festive style to be enjoyed by the entire family. The model railway features Milton Keynes Railway station – a modern image model layout with some very special never before seen features and trains.
Tickets (at £6 per person, U5's free) can be pre-booked HERE.
PRESS HERE to see a variety of 'Making Tracks at Blakemere' videos on YouTube.
Charities, Organisations and Constituted Community groups across the borough will have a chance to apply for the Cheshire West and Chester's UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) which is set to launch its second open call for projects for Community and Place.
In total the Council is aiming to allocate up to £1.5m to support heritage, cultural and community projects for activity in 2024-2025, responding to identified local challenges, gaps in provision and to help residents and communities with the cost-of-living crisis.
PRESS HERE to learn more. The deadline for applications is 20 December 2023.
Our local policing team covers the Weaver and Cuddington Community Area which also includes Acton Bridge and Weaverham as well as Sandiway and Cuddington. Police Community Support Officer (PCSO) Michelle Gillett and Constable Daniel Grimshaw are dedicated to this Community Area. PRESS HERE to see an overview of this Community Area on the Cheshire Constabulary website.
So, Michelle Gillett is our PCSO for the Weaver and Cuddington area. She believes that communication is key to a happy community whether that’s over the telephone, social media or emails. Once a week she will send a report of her community engagement which has enabled her to reach out to many elderly/vulnerable persons that don’t access social media - these are displayed on this website under 'Police Matters' on the Home page. Please feel free to have your say and call her (by phone, 07812 781 911, or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) if you feel there is something which you feel she needs to address.
Due to non attendance to most surgeries held, surgeries are currently being reviewed as to how many, and where, future surgeries are to be held. Until Michelle receives further guidance, surgery dates for DECEMBER may not be scheduled.
Michelle encourages you to register your concern(s) on the following link: www.cheshire.police.uk/residentsvoicenorthwich.
For general police enquiries, please visit www.cheshire.police.uk/contact/af/contact-us/
To report a crime please ring 101 or in case of an emergency ring 999.
For daily updates regarding whats going on in our ward please follow your local community policing on Facebook/Twitter
Weaver and Cuddington police Facebook
@weaverCudPol - Twitter
16 Primrose Hill Cuddington Northwich CW8 2TZ
Area Adjacent 61 and Fronting 65 and 67 Delamere Park Way West Cuddington Northwich Cheshire CW8 2UJ
4 The Dell Cuddington Northwich CW8 2XG
6 Hadrian Way Cuddington Northwich CW8 2JR
Forest Hill Quarry Chester Road Cuddington Northwich CW8 2DL
The Office for National Statistics told us that, at the 2011 Census count, our combined villages had a population of 5,333.
The latest 2021 Census confirms a combined population of 6,196 (16% increase since 2011), within 2,617 households, with a split of:
The resurfacing of A556 Chester Road from the Shell petrol station Dalesford Lane to the Round Tower will take place during two 5-night road closures from 8pm until 6am each evening.
These will take place starting on:
Please expect to be diverted around the work during these two weeks. The diversion route for through-traffic takes in a scenic path through Davenham, Moulton, Winsford, and close to Little Budworth! PRESS HERE for a 'Highways Improvement notice'.
There will be three local firework displays in November, two of which will be ticketed events:
Ticket numbers are limited and so early booking is advisable should you wish to attend.
The third will be a Bonfire & Firework display at Delamere Park on Saturday 4th November
- the firework display starts at 6:30pm, followed by lighting of the Bonfire at 7:00pm.
Remembrance Sunday falls on 12 November 2023 and here is an opportunity to remember the service and sacrifice of all those that have defended our freedoms.At 10.55am members of the public may gather at our War Memorial, at the crossroads on Weaverham Road/Norley Road, where there will be a short service. After the service everyone is invited to the Church Hall for refreshments.
Morning Prayer for Remembrance Sunday will start at 10am in St John's church, followed by the laying of wreaths at the War Memorial.
The ACE (Achieving Cheshire Excellence) awards are run annually by Cheshire Constabulary to recognise and celebrate good work across the force. One of the categories - Volunteer of the Year - was won by Sandiway resident Heather Thompson for her work with the Cheshire Neighbourhood Watch Association (CNWA). Heather received her award from the Police & Crime Commissioner John Dwyer at a dinner held at Nunsmere Hall on Friday 20th October.
As well as being a Neighbourhood Watch Coordinator for Hadrian Way, Heather has been involved with the CNWA since 2017, becoming increasingly active over that time until she took over as Chair of the Association in November 2022. The volunteer-run organisation is independent of, but works closely with, Cheshire Constabulary and exists to support and promote Neighbourhood Watch across Cheshire.
Heather said "I was delighted to be shortlisted for this award, and shocked to actually win it! I'd like to thank my colleague Clare Harrison of Cheshire Constabulary for nominating me for the award, and my fellow volunteers on the CNWA Committee for their ongoing support and commitment." More information about CNWA can be found at https://cheshirenw.org/home.
PS. Our website development team is equally proud as Heather has been instrumental within our small team in developing our current website. Well done Heather, you have certainly deserved it!
On Saturday 4th November St John's Church will officially open their new ramp.
"Please join us at 10am for a short opening ceremony or drop into church during the week to see our beautifully restored tiles. In November we’ll be open on weekdays from 10am-4pm and in December from 10am–2pm."
"Recent building work has rectified many of the access problems. A beautiful sandstone ramp now allows access for everyone via the main door of the church. Inside the building, the removal of four pews has created a much-needed space at the front of the nave giving disabled people far more choice about where they would like to sit when worshipping or attending an event at St John’s. T he new handrails on the chancel steps will also make it easier for people of all ages to move safely through the building. Another advantage of the modifications is that we now have an enlarged performance area to use for our monthly concerts and we are looking forward to the visit of the Tegid Harp Duo on 6th November!"
Cheshire West and Chester Council are asking the public for their views on local spending priorities. The budget consultation - Funding our future - will be open until 10 December 2023 and help to inform decisions that Councillors make in February 2024 on the overall Council budget.
The Council spends £941 million each year on services for local people. This is public money which pays for services that matter to residents and communities across the borough. It includes services that everyone benefits from every day, like emptying bins, removing litter and maintaining local roads. The bulk of the budget funds vital services which many people might be less aware of - particularly if they, or their family or friends, do not directly receive them.
PRESS HERE to learn more about these spending options and this public consultation.
Our local policing team covers the Weaver and Cuddington Community Area which also includes Acton Bridge and Weaverham as well as Sandiway and Cuddington. Police Community Support Officer (PCSO) Michelle Gillett and Constable Daniel Grimshaw are dedicated to this Community Area. PRESS HERE to see an overview of this Community Area on the Cheshire Constabulary website.
So, Michelle Gillett is our PCSO for the Weaver and Cuddington area. She believes that communication is key to a happy community whether that’s over the telephone, social media or emails. Once a week she will send a report of her community engagement which has enabled her to reach out to many elderly/vulnerable persons that don’t access social media - these are displayed on this website under 'Police Matters' on the Home page. Please feel free to have your say and call her (by phone, 07812 781 911, or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) if you feel there is something which you feel she needs to address.
Due to non attendance to most surgeries held, surgeries are currently being reviewed as to how many, and where, future surgeries are to be held. Until Michelle receives further guidance, surgery dates for NOVEMBER may not be scheduled.
Michelle encourages you to register your concern(s) on the following link: www.cheshire.police.uk/residentsvoicenorthwich.
For general police enquiries, please visit www.cheshire.police.uk/contact/af/contact-us/
To report a crime please ring 101 or in case of an emergency ring 999.
For daily updates regarding whats going on in our ward please follow your local community policing on Facebook/Twitter
Weaver and Cuddington police Facebook
@weaverCudPol - Twitter
6 The Warren Cuddington Northwich CW8 2UY
Shade Oak 89 Forest Road Cuddington Northwich CW8 2ED
Ayntree 13 Delamere Park Way East Cuddington Northwich CW8 2UE
Land At Norley Road Cuddington Northwich
5 The Coppice Cuddington Northwich CW8 2XF
Brownlow 5 Weaverham Road Cuddington Northwich CW8 2NJ
Boundary House Weaverham Road Weaverham Northwich Cheshire CW8 2SG
53 Delamere Park Way West Cuddington Northwich CW8 2UJ
Blakemere Village was supported by the Council's Business Development team to apply for the Council's Climate Emergency Fund (CEF), which provides funding for low carbon projects that support the borough's ambition of becoming carbon neutral by 2045. The family business, which has shops, craft workshops, a play barn and several attractions, has invested £165,000 in energy saving measures across their site, with £50,000 contributed through the CEF. Following a green audit of the business by Groundwork Cheshire, a local charity who support Cheshire businesses to become more sustainable, a plan to install 113 solar panels across three buildings was developed.
PRESS HERE to read more.
Cuddington and Sandiway Youth Club is looking for funding so that we can employ part time Youth Workers to work alongside our long-standing volunteers so that we can continue to be open every Friday and also put on other projects such as dance and art lessons, sports classes, helping with the wild flower project in the village and health awareness sessions.
In 2015 the Cuddington and Sandiway Youth Club closed down. Concerned about the absence of activities for young people in the village a group of parents started to work with local volunteers and Councillors to provide a new youth Club for the village.
Since the Club re-opened in September 2021 progress has been amazing; the Club has a membership of over 100 registered and an average of 30 young people attend the sessions. The regular helpers continue to support the Club’s activities but they’re aware that they do need the support of qualified Youth Workers to enable them to continue, increase the number of sessions and add to the activities on offer.
Young people and Leaders are ambitious for the future and are seeking to develop the range of activities on offer.
Given how far they’ve traveled in the past 2 years who knows what the future will look like! To succeed they’ll need support from the whole Community, our businesses , local groups and individuals.
What we'll deliver:
Why it's a great idea:
The funding will enable us to open the Youth Club on a weekly basis and provide valuable activities for the young people in the village. Giving the young people a channel to express their creativity, learn from others and spend valuable time with their friends and making new ones.
Youth Club members are looking forward to working with Friends of Cuddington station, artists and pupils from the village schools to create a ceramic map of the village and its landmarks, developing a greater awareness of place, encouraging their creativity, and pride in their environment. Funding will help us to expand the work with local artists and enable members to sample a range of mediums and techniques.
Youth Club Members are passionate to support Cheshire West Climate Emergency and would welcome the opportunity via the funding to plant wild flowers to encourage biodiversity using an undeveloped area of the playing fields.
Steps to get it done:
The Youth Club nurtures and shapes young people and provides opportunities to develop life long skills, interests and enthusiasms.
The Youth Club has reduced instances of Anti-Social Behavior by providing a safe secure space.
Cheshire West and Chester Council is carrying out a consultation on polling districts and stations across the borough. It asks anyone living in the borough to comment on current polling districts and stations and suggest alternative locations that could be used. The process affects voting arrangements for the parliamentary constituencies of Eddisbury & Weaver Vale (which contain our Wards) and where polling districts form part of the Council's polling scheme. The consultation runs until 6 November 2023.
The review will also take into consideration the final recommendations of the 2023 parliamentary boundary review undertaken by the Boundary Commission England (where most of our residents are proposed to move from Eddisbury into Chester South and Eddisbury County Constituency).
PRESS HERE for much more information.
Starting as Home Watch in Mollington, Cheshire in 1982, Neighbourhood Watch has since grown to become the largest volunteer network in the UK. The Cheshire Neighbourhood Watch Association (CNWA) is looking for nominations for our fourth Neighbourhood Awards.
Is there a Resident, Neighbourhood Watch Coordinator/Member, someone who works in your community, a volunteer who you know and lives within Cheshire, or your local PCSO (Michelle Gillett) who:
How do I nominate?
If you know of anyone who has done any of the above, please complete the nomination form by clicking on this link https://www.surveymonkey.co.
When will the winners of the awards be announced?
The award winners will be decided by representatives of the Cheshire Neighbourhood Watch Association. Shortlisted nominees will be invited to the CNWA AGM and Awards Event on the 30th November where the awards will be presented as part of the evening.
Sandiway Pantomime Group (SPG) are inviting anyone who would like to be a part of its 2024 production of 'Hansel and Gretel' to come along to the show’s first Script Read Through and opening of Casting at St John’s Church Hall, Norley Road at 2.00pm on Sunday 1st October 2023. Rehearsals commence on Sunday 15th October - then Wednesday evenings & Sunday afternoons through to the performance dates (25-28 January 2024)
The SPG is an inclusive and diverse group that is open to all adults and juniors from School Year 3 by the time of performance (end of January 2024). We particularly welcome families looking for something that is fun-but-challenging the whole family can take part in, either on stage or ‘behind the scenes’, and which helps develop creativity and confidence, particularly in its younger members.
For more information, visit www.sandiwaypantomimegroup.com or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Our local policing team covers the Weaver and Cuddington Community Area which also includes Acton Bridge and Weaverham as well as Sandiway and Cuddington. Police Community Support Officer (PCSO) Michelle Gillett and Constable Daniel Grimshaw are dedicated to this Community Area. PRESS HERE to see an overview of this Community Area on the Cheshire Constabulary website.
So, Michelle Gillett is our PCSO for the Weaver and Cuddington area. She believes that communication is key to a happy community whether that’s over the telephone, social media or emails. Once a week she will send a report of her community engagement which has enabled her to reach out to many elderly/vulnerable persons that don’t access social media - these are displayed on this website under 'Police Matters' on the Home page. Please feel free to have your say and call her (by phone, 07812 781 911, or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) if you feel there is something which you feel she needs to address.
Due to non attendance to most surgeries held, surgeries are currently being reviewed as to how many, and where, future surgeries are to be held. Until Michelle receives further guidance, surgery dates for OCTOBER may not be scheduled.
Michelle encourages you to register your concern(s) on the following link: www.cheshire.police.uk/residentsvoicenorthwich. PCSO Michelle may also be available on her email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and/or phone at 07812-781911.
For general police enquiries, please visit www.cheshire.police.uk/contact/af/contact-us/
To report a crime please ring 101 or in case of an emergency ring 999.
For daily updates regarding whats going on in our ward please follow your local community policing on Facebook/Twitter
Weaver and Cuddington police Facebook
@weaverCudPol - Twitter
10 Kensington Crescent Cuddington Northwich CW8 2FH
4 Springfields Cuddington Northwich CW8 2XS
Stables Delamere Manor Cuddington Lane Cuddington Northwich CW8 2TE
Mara Green Waste Lane Cuddington Northwich CW8 2TD
Message from Councillor Gillian Edwards - Weaver & Cuddington Ward CWAC:
"I’m delighted to let you know that the speed Indicator devices for Sandiway and Cuddington will be installed by the end of October! I’ve worked closely for the last few years with Cuddington Parish Council and Cuddington Parish Clerk since we identified the need for them in the village. There will be more poles than devices to enable us to rotate the signs throughout the village and help identify speeding hotspots. The first 2 signs to be installed will be on Weaverham Road and Chester Road.
Well done to Cuddington Parish Council, such a brilliant community initiative 👏 #community #safety"
(Photo is of a device in Acton Bridge and is for illustrative purposes only)
Following a report from Cheshire Police on Sunday (3rd Sept) night regarding a road collapse on A556 Shurlach Road in Lostock Gralam, an emergency road closure was put in place to make the area safe. The A556 is now closed between the A559 Manchester Road and A530 King Street roundabout in a westbound direction.
Following site investigations the following Monday, works are needed to repair a damaged drainage pipe in the carriageway which has caused the road to collapse. Due to the depth of the drainage pipe and its close proximity to the centre line, the road will need to remain closed for safety reasons while the repair works are carried out. These emergency repairs works are being co-ordinated to start Tuesday 5 September with the aim to re-open the road as soon as possible. It is expected that the road will need to remain closed that first week, so that the works can be undertaken safely.
PRESS HERE for more information. Suggest you avoid the area if you can.
UPDATE on Wednesday 6th: Looking at Google Maps this Wednesday, the A556 appears to be closed both ways. Check before you travel.
UPDATE on Friday 15th: Again looking at Google Maps this Friday, the A556 is still closed westbound.
Travelling through there today, it looks as if the work will continue well into next week. Check before you travel.
[PRESS HERE for the latest official news - according to this, "excavations (will be) required in the central reservation to gain access to repair the drainage collapse, with the eastbound lane being closed (Manchester bound)".]
UPDATE on Wednesday 27th: According to Google Maps, the A556 is back open both ways. Disruption over.
The 48A bus service which goes from Northwich to Frodsham through Cuddington and Delamere Park will change to Thursdays instead of Wednesdays to coincide with market day in Frodsham from September.
The bus stops within the parish are:
PRESS HERE for the revised bus schedule.
We have had a number of people who have offered to volunteer, but we are still looking for more helpers so please contact the club’s secretary Steve on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or phone 07775-733333 if you are willing to assist.
Residents in west Cheshire have an opportunity to sign-up to a group-buying scheme for solar panels and battery storage. It is free to register and there is no obligation to go ahead with an installation.
West Cheshire residents can join the group-buying scheme, which offers solar panels with optional battery storage and EV charge points. The scheme also offers retrofit battery storage for residents who have already invested in solar panels and are looking to get more from the renewable energy they generate, as well as increase their independence from the grid.
This innovative scheme builds on six years of a successful Solar Together programme, run across the UK. To date Solar Together has delivered over 22,000 installations and over 460,000 tonnes of avoided lifetime carbon emissions.
PRESS HERE to find out more - residents have until 10pm on Friday, 27 October to register their interest in the scheme.
UPDATE: Building work update:
The work at church started on Monday 24th July and will take approximately 12 weeks. We’re suspending weekday opening until the work has finished in early Autumn.
Our midweek service of Holy Communion at 9.30am has also moved to the Church Hall.
Saturday Sanctuary will stay in church for the time being.
Our local policing team covers the Weaver and Cuddington Community Area which also includes Acton Bridge and Weaverham as well as Sandiway and Cuddington. Police Community Support Officer (PCSO) Michelle Gillett and Constable Daniel Grimshaw are dedicated to this Community Area. PRESS HERE to see an overview of this Community Area on the Cheshire Constabulary website.
So, Michelle Gillett is our PCSO for the Weaver and Cuddington area. She believes that communication is key to a happy community whether that’s over the telephone, social media or emails. Once a week she will send a report of her community engagement which has enabled her to reach out to many elderly/vulnerable persons that don’t access social media - these are displayed on this website under 'Police Matters' on the Home page. Please feel free to have your say and call her (by phone, 07812 781 911, or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) if you feel there is something which you feel she needs to address.
Due to non attendance to most surgeries held, surgeries are currently being reviewed as to how many, and where, future surgeries are to be held. Until Michelle receives further guidance, surgery dates for SEPTEMBER may not be scheduled.
Michelle encourages you to register your concern(s) on the following link: www.cheshire.police.uk/residentsvoicenorthwich. PCSO Michelle may also be available on her email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and/or phone at 07812-781911.
For general police enquiries, please visit www.cheshire.police.uk/contact/af/contact-us/
To report a crime please ring 101 or in case of an emergency ring 999.
For daily updates regarding whats going on in our ward please follow your local community policing on Facebook/Twitter
Weaver and Cuddington police Facebook
@weaverCudPol - Twitter
9 The Coppice Cuddington Northwich CW8 2XF
36 Hadrian Way Cuddington Northwich CW8 2JT
3 Springfields Cuddington Northwich CW8 2XS
71 Hadrian Way Cuddington Northwich CW8 2JT
10 The Spinney Cuddington Northwich CW8 2UH
Although not actually in our parish, we would like to promote this environmental project in Hartford to our readers:
What is Marshall's Arm?
"Designated a Local Nature Reserve in 1998, for wildlife and people. This woodland lies close to the River Weaver , the arm refers to the shape of the river. The 3 fingers of woodland are full of wildlife and a wide variation of trees. Well kept by a team of volunteers, paths follow the meandering streams up from the river." (Woodland Trust)
- PRESS HERE for further information.
What events does the celebration comprise?
There’s great excitement in Cartledge Close as residents have received a letter from Sky Movies about the filming of a feature film ‘Robin and the Hood’, a children’s fantasy adventure. The filming, generally between 8am and 7 pm, will take place in and around the Close and the Moss during August and September.
The film will follow the adventures of 11–year old Robin and his loyal band of friends who play in the scrubland at the end of their cul–de-sac, using their imaginations to turn it into a magical kingdom. Then slippery property developer ‘Clipboard’ comes on the scene with promises of health spas and day care facilities in the area.
How Robin and his friends react against this sea of change and unbelieving adults will be revealed when the film is released!
Cheshire West and Chester Council is to launch an on-demand rural bus service - to help improve connectivity in some of the more remote parts of the borough.
The new 'itravel' pilot scheme will cover a wide area including Helsby, Frodsham, Delamere and Acton Bridge, as well as some other villages (including Cuddington/Sandiway), where no commercial services are available. The bus service can be booked online, using a mobile phone app, or phone call, which allows a resident, or group of residents, to request a bus for a specific journey - bookings are now open and the service launched on 31 July 2023 with an introductory single £2 flat fare to mirror the Government's national scheme (people aged 19 and under can travel half fare and English National Concessionary pass holders travel FREE).
The service is not tied to a fixed route, allowing for quick and efficient shared trips without lengthy detours or fixed schedules, however it will link to train stations to further enhance connectivity for these areas. Two branded 16-seater 'mini' buses will be available between 7am and 7pm, Monday to Friday, with low-floor access. The area covered excludes, for example, Hartford Station and Northwich, but includes:
This £1.075m, three-year pilot service has been funded by the Department for Transport's Rural Mobility Fund.
PRESS HERE to learn more. Also PRESS HERE for the latest September news on iTravel.
Many residents in our village use Hartford Station for rail journeys north or south. Many have equally used the ticket office at that station and have found that the staff there are a mine of helpful information about rail services - they are also the only staff on the Station if you need assistance. This manned ticket office service is now under threat of closure and if you feel strongly about keeping the service we would encourage you to express your views in the consultation which is currently open.
Passenger Focus have been commissioned by the Train Operators to carry out this national consultation, which closes on 26 July (Wednesday) 1st September.
PRESS HERE to enter your comments.
UPDATE:
The deadline to respond to consultations has been extended to 1 September 2023. See www.transportfocus.org.uk/news/ticket-office-consultation-extension-transport-focus-statement for more information.
Anthony Smith, chief executive of the independent watchdog Transport Focus, commented:
“Transport Focus and London TravelWatch have received more than 170,000 comments already. This feedback is currently being logged and reviewed alongside individual train operator proposals."
“It is important that a diverse range of views from all parts of the community are heard in this consultation. New comments received will be read, considered and used in discussions with train companies in the coming weeks.”
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The Youth Club will now be opening every second week during the holiday period for anyone between the ages of 11 and 17 from 7.30pm to 9.30pm, and will be operating as a Film / Games Night. There will be a cost to get in of £2. 
This summer, children under 12 can join in the Summer Reading Challenge - this year called Ready, Set, Read! - at Sandiway library. The Summer Reading Challenge is a great way to enjoy reading, in all formats, over the summer holidays. Whether it be a book from the library or an eBook or eAudiobook from their digital collection, there's something to suit everyone’s interests and reading abilities.
This year's Summer Reading Challenge is all about games and sports. Children can join a team of characters (and their animal mascots) using their skills to weave through a summer obstacle course.
Children from 4 to 12 can join Ready, Set, Read! at our local library, or online, from Saturday 8 July and get a collector's pack.
PRESS HERE to learn more.
Cheshire West and Chester's Libraries are launching Adults Read Two again, online and in libraries, to encourage more adults to read books over the summer. Book vouchers can be won through a prize draw.
PRESS HERE to learn more.
UPDATE: Building work update:
The work at church started on Monday 24th July and will take approximately 12 weeks. We are suspending weekday opening until the work has finished in early Autumn.
Our midweek service of Holy Communion at 9.30am has also moved to the Church Hall.
Saturday Sanctuary will stay in church for the time being.
Our local policing team covers the Weaver and Cuddington Community Area which also includes Acton Bridge and Weaverham as well as Sandiway and Cuddington. Police Community Support Officer (PCSO) Michelle Gillett and Constable Daniel Grimshaw are dedicated to this Community Area. PRESS HERE to see an overview of this Community Area on the Cheshire Constabulary website.
So, Michelle Gillett is our PCSO for the Weaver and Cuddington area. She believes that communication is key to a happy community whether that’s over the telephone, social media or emails. Once a week she will send a report of her community engagement which has enabled her to reach out to many elderly/vulnerable persons that don’t access social media - these are displayed on this website under 'Police Matters' on the Home page. Please feel free to have your say and call her (by phone, 07812 781 911, or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) if you feel there is something which you feel she needs to address.
Due to non attendance to most surgeries held recently, surgeries are currently being reviewed as to how many, and where, future surgeries are to be held. Until Michelle receives further guidance, surgery dates for AUGUST will not be scheduled.
Michelle encourages you to register your concern(s) on the following link: www.cheshire.police.uk/residentsvoicenorthwich. PCSO Michelle may also be available on her email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and/or phone at 07812-781911.
For general police enquiries, please visit www.cheshire.police.uk/contact/af/contact-us/
To report a crime please ring 101 or in case of an emergency ring 999.
For daily updates regarding whats going on in our ward please follow your local community policing on Facebook/Twitter
Weaver and Cuddington police Facebook
@weaverCudPol - Twitter
The Moorings Mill Lane Cuddington Northwich CW8 2TA
The Moorings Mill Lane Cuddington Northwich CW8 2TA
Compound Adjacent 59 Delamere Park Way West Cuddington Northwich CW8 2UJ
18 St Johns Way Cuddington Northwich CW8 2LX
Greenacres 7 Forest Road Cuddington Northwich CW8 2EH
Land To The Rear of Woodthorpe 11 Warrington Road Cuddington Northwich CW8 2LH
11 Westrees Cuddington Northwich CW8 2XE
3 Threeways Cuddington Northwich CW8 2XJ
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St John's church is now open 10am-4pm on weekdays so that anyone can visit. This will run as a trial for 3 months.TEN YEARS AGO THIS MONTH, the first trains ran at Sandiway Miniature Railway.
When the Society was asked to vacate the site of its previous railway, members began the search for a new one. In the long run, the move to Sandiway has proved to be the making of the Society. It now owns the woodland site in which it has built the 460 metre long circuit of track along which it carries members of the public every Sunday throughout the year.
Its tenth anniversary is to be celebrated in a charity gala weekend on Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 July.
Normal fares for the weekend will be suspended; instead, passengers will be asked to make a donation to the Joshua Tree, to whom all proceeds from the weekend’s activities will be given. This charity is based in Dalefords Lane, a short walk from the railway, and provides bespoke programmes of support to improve the emotional well-being and mental health of all immediate and extended family members who are affected by childhood cancers, for as long as they need it.
As well as the Society’s own locomotives, some special guest locomotives will be making appearances. It is also planned to have a steam traction engine giving rides through the woods. For a slightly larger donation, you will be able to drive a locomotive for yourself as driver experiences will be available on the second circuit at Sandiway!
Opening hours on both days will be from 12:00 noon until 4:00 pm and access is via the top car park at Blakemere .
Further details can be found at the following websites:
Our local policing team covers the Weaver and Cuddington Community Area which also includes Acton Bridge and Weaverham as well as Sandiway and Cuddington. Police Community Support Officer (PCSO) Michelle Gillett and Constable Daniel Grimshaw are dedicated to this Community Area. PRESS HERE to see an overview of this Community Area on the Cheshire Constabulary website.
So, Michelle Gillett is our PCSO for the Weaver and Cuddington area. She believes that communication is key to a happy community whether that’s over the telephone, social media or emails. Once a week she will send a report of her community engagement which has enabled her to reach out to many elderly/vulnerable persons that don’t access social media - these are displayed on this website under 'Police Matters' on the Home page. Please feel free to have your say and call her (by phone, 07812 781 911, or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) if you feel there is something which you feel she needs to address.
PCSO surgeries are held now in a physical location (dates and contact locations for July are listed below - before attending please check the Weaver and Cuddington police Facebook page [listed below] since it may have changed at the last minute):
Michelle encourages you to go along to discuss your community issues/concerns. Alternatively register your concern(s) on the following link: www.cheshire.police.uk/residentsvoicenorthwich. PCSO Michelle may also be available on her email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and/or phone at 07812-781911.
For general police enquiries, please visit www.cheshire.police.uk/contact/af/contact-us/
To report a crime please ring 101 or in case of an emergency ring 999.
For daily updates regarding whats going on in our ward please follow your local community policing on Facebook/Twitter
Weaver and Cuddington police Facebook
@weaverCudPol - Twitter
The Mount Cuddington Lane Cuddington Northwich CW8 2SZ
Land At Norley Road Cuddington Northwich
20 Primrose Hill Cuddington Northwich Cheshire CW8 2TZ
Land At Cuddington Lane Cuddington Northwich
West Lodge 64 Norley Road Cuddington Northwich CW8 2LB
Woodfield 11 The Chines Cuddington Northwich CW8 2XA
Forest Hill Quarry Chester Road Cuddington Northwich Cheshire West And Chester CW8 2DL
1 Chiltern Close Cuddington Northwich CW8 2NE
Shortly before George Wilbraham left Delamere House around 1930 the Wilbraham family’s long serving cook and house keeper a Mrs McClewley retired. She was offered a gift of a bungalow for life. A bungalow then known as “The Sheilings” now known as “Bowling Green Cottage” was built for her on land owned by the Wilbraham family on Norley Road.
The building of this bungalow left an odd piece of adjacent land too large for the old and now widowed house keeper to use as a garden. As a result this land was leased to the village through Cuddington Parish Council. It was stipulated that this land was to be used as an amenity for the common good. It was decided that a village bowling green would be a suitable use and in line with the spirit of the Wilbraham family's gift to the village.
On hearing of this outcome George Wilbraham was in full agreement and donated a trophy “The Wilbraham Cup” to the club which is still competed for every year by the members to this day.
This year's competition for the Wilbraham Cup was held on June 10th and the winner was Sally McConnell of Delamere Park who became only the second lady in the long history of the competition to win the trophy.
Ian Smith, the Club Chairman, said it is wonderful that the Wilbraham Cup bowling competition, which is entwined with so much village history, is still attracting great interest in the village and there is no reason why it should not do so for many years to come with new members coming to the club every year.
Hazel Watts, the Ladies Captain, said that it is wonderful that a lady had won the trophy and an inspiration to the lady members of the club.
Kathryn Holmes has been Musical Director at St John's for the past 30 years with all that that entails. She organises monthly musical concerts and lunches for the village and many other concerts besides. She also has been the driving force behind the Ark Community cafe and its team of volunteers which during Covid also prepared and delivered over a hundred lunches per week to our village community. Kathryn has been one of the main instigators behind us having a weekly food hub in the village for which we have seen an unprecedented demand in recent weeks.
Kathryn has the ability to motivate and inspire people to get involved in helping in the community with her boundless energy and enthusiasm.
Over the past 12 months Emily and William have been a huge help to mum and dad, helping with housework and caring for their 2 dogs while mum has suffered with a displaced spinal disc and been hospitalised on numerous occasions. William, then aged 6, phoned 999 when mum’s spinal disc displaced, and then rang dad to come home. Emily has helped with getting mum dressed on days when she couldn’t even get out of bed. Through all this they didn’t complain when they were unable to have holidays or days out and still carried on with their school work, and even joined a community litter pick.
The Village Event of the Year is nearly upon us - make sure that you mark your diary with:
There will be so much to see and so much to do - we hope you will enjoy what's on offer!
It is anticipated that Norley Road, between Sandiway School and the Round Tower, will be closed for one day during w/c Monday 12 June for resurfacing work. "A through route will not always be available and any vehicles not requiring access to properties on the length of road should use alternative routes."
PRESS HERE for the Temporary Road Closure notice. Further information could be sought from Andy Bithell (Ref TRO 15016), Transport and Highways Service, Tel: 0300 123 7036, Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Webmaster's note: Better late than never (for some) - unfortunately we shredded two tyres there earlier this week!
The Youth Club will normally now be opening every week for anyone between the ages of 11 and 17 from 7.30pm to 9.30pm. However, due to the space being used in preparations for Gala Day on 10 June, the Youth Club will not be opening this Friday. It is expected that 'normal service' will resume the following week.
We have had a number of people who have offered to volunteer, but we are still looking for more helpers so please contact the club’s secretary Steve on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or phone 07775-733333 if you are willing to assist.
Preparations are now complete and the Youth Club looks fantastic and ready to welcome guests:
Extraction in the current quarry area is due to cease in 2023 and restoration to grazing and woodland planting will be completed by the end of 2024. Work will now commence in the Northern Extension area - this extension is just to the south of the railway line and east of Littledales Gorse. It will provide about 4 years of extraction. The temporary access to this site will be via the A49, Millington Lane and Weaverham Road.
Cemex are aware that this land is used by walkers and have issued the following statement:
“This field has no public rights of way; however, it is well used by walkers who tend to walk around the perimeter of the field (solid yellow). We don’t want to restrict people walking around the field, we simply want to control access and keep walkers (and their dogs) safe. We are proposing to divert people walking around the field to a single safe crossing point across the haul road (dashed yellow) and will have to consider stopping access along the south of the field access (circled blue).”
Our local policing team covers the Weaver and Cuddington Community Area which also includes Acton Bridge and Weaverham as well as Sandiway and Cuddington. Police Community Support Officer (PCSO) Michelle Gillett and Constable Daniel Grimshaw are dedicated to this Community Area. PRESS HERE to see an overview of this Community Area on the Cheshire Constabulary website.
So, Michelle Gillett is our PCSO for the Weaver and Cuddington area. She believes that communication is key to a happy community whether that’s over the telephone, social media or emails. Once a week she will send a report of her community engagement which has enabled her to reach out to many elderly/vulnerable persons that don’t access social media - these are displayed on this website under 'Police Matters' on the Home page. Please feel free to have your say and call her (by phone, 07812 781 911, or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) if you feel there is something which you feel she needs to address.
PCSO surgeries are held now in a physical location (dates and contact locations for June listed below - before attending please check the Weaver and Cuddington police Facebook page [listed below] since it may have changed at the last minute):
Michelle encourages you to go along to discuss your community issues/concerns. Alternatively register your concern(s) on the following link: www.cheshire.police.uk/residentsvoicenorthwich. PCSO Michelle may also be available on her email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and/or phone at 07812-781911.
For general police enquiries, please visit www.cheshire.police.uk/contact/af/contact-us/
To report a crime please ring 101 or in case of an emergency ring 999.
For daily updates regarding whats going on in our ward please follow your local community policing on Facebook/Twitter
Weaver and Cuddington police Facebook
@weaverCudPol - Twitter
5 Hadrian Way Cuddington Northwich CW8 2JR
The Cottage Golden Nook Farm Forest Road Sandiway Northwich CW8 2DZ
Delamere Manor Cuddington Lane Cuddington Northwich CW8 2TE
The following special events are on offer at the Library in late May/early June. Please call the library directly on 01606-271767 for more information.
Cuddington Bowling Club have an open day on Saturday, 27th May from 12noon until 4pm. The green will be open to anyone who would like to try their hand at bowling. Kids, parents and grandparents will all be welcome so come along and try bowling for yourselves. You can borrow the bowls and members of the club will be on hand with help and advice.
No special equipment required (but no high heels please). Refreshments and toilets available in the clubhouse.
If you have any questions, please contact them on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Camps are running this half term with our club coach, Jamie Oakes. That's 29th May to 2nd June. 9am to 3pm with the option of later pick up if needed.
You don't need to be a member to sign up, but if you are, then you will get a discount!
PRESS HERE to head to the sign up link
Any queries, then please contact Jamie directly on 07737-925420
PRESS HERE for coaching details
At Westminster Abbey on 6 May the King will be crowned along with Camilla, the Queen Consort, this will be the 40th reigning monarch crowned there since 1066. The day of splendour and formality will feature customs dating back more than 1,000 years.
Also on Saturday, the Parish Council have arranged for two benches to be installed in the village to mark the Coronation of King Charles. Hope you all spot them in the village....
Sandiway library will be celebrating the Coronation of Their Majesties King Charles III and The Queen Consort with some wildflower themed activities. They have sown wildflower seeds, so they will bloom red, white and blue this summer, seed bookmarks will be given away and there will be themed children’s craft sessions. The Coronation’s themes are “youth, community, diversity and sustainability” which led the Library Service, which is already involved in the Council’s plans to tackle the Climate Emergency, to think more about sustainability.
One thousand plantable seed paper bookmarks, specially printed with the Coronation logo, will be distributed by the libraries - after being used in books, watering them will allow the wildflower seed to germinate and grow. Simple instructions on how to do this will be given out with the bookmarks.
PRESS HERE to discover more about how the Libraries will bloom to celebrate the Coronation.
A summary of the special events on offer at the Library this month is shown below. Please call the library directly on 01606-271767 for more information.
Our local policing team covers the Weaver and Cuddington Community Area which also includes Acton Bridge and Weaverham as well as Sandiway and Cuddington. Police Community Support Officer (PCSO) Michelle Gillett and Constable Daniel Grimshaw are dedicated to this Community Area. PRESS HERE to see an overview of this Community Area on the Cheshire Constabulary website.
So, Michelle Gillett is our PCSO for the Weaver and Cuddington area. She believes that communication is key to a happy community whether that’s over the telephone, social media or emails. Once a week she will send a report of her community engagement which has enabled her to reach out to many elderly/vulnerable persons that don’t access social media - these are displayed on this website under 'Police Matters' on the Home page. Please feel free to have your say and call her (by phone, 07812 781 911, or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) if you feel there is something which you feel she needs to address.
PCSO surgeries are held now in a physical location (dates and contact locations for May listed below - before attending please check the police Facebook page [listed below] since it may have changed at the last minute):
Michelle encourages you to go along to discuss your community issues/concerns. Alternatively register your concern(s) on the following link: www.cheshire.police.uk/residentsvoicenorthwich. PCSO Michelle may also be available on her email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and/or phone at 07812-781911.
For general police enquiries, please visit www.cheshire.police.uk/contact/af/contact-us/
To report a crime please ring 101 or in case of an emergency ring 999.
For daily updates regarding whats going on in our ward please follow your local community policing on Facebook/Twitter
Weaver and Cuddington police Facebook
@weaverCudPol - Twitter
16 The Spinney Cuddington Northwich CW8 2UH
The Woodlands Cockpit Lane Cuddington Northwich CW8 2DT
The following special events are on offer at the Library in May. Please call the library directly on 01606-271767 for more information.
Meeting stations will be at Mere Lane car park and Norley Road playing fields car park.
Can you give up a couple of hours to make where you live look cleaner?
Litter Pickers, bags, gloves and high vis jackets all provided in both adult and children’s sizes.
The Parish Council works in partnership with individuals who volunteer their time to pick up litter, reduce waste and improve the environment around them.
Any queries please contact Parish Council Clerk - Julie Chrimes
Phone: 07484 895 099 Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Teams of volunteers work with library staff to choose and delivery books across our local community. This free service is available to anyone who cannot easily visit a library.
Sandiway Library has a team of friendly volunteers who will deliver and collect books to, and from, you on a monthly basis. Do you know anyone who would enjoy, and benefit from, this service?
Alternatively, do you have time to give, or know someone who does? Would you like to gain experience and meet new people? Why not apply to be a Home Library Service Volunteer with Sandiway Library?
On 27 February 2023, Arriva announced the proposed closure of their bus depots in Winsford and Macclesfield, affecting routes in west Cheshire and cross border services into Cheshire East. Arriva run a number of services in the borough, these include local bus services and those run under direct contract with schools. The closure of the depot means that the last day of Arriva bus operation in the area will be on Saturday 22 April 2023.
Although this doesn't directly impact bus services within our Parish, connecting services out of Northwich will be hit. PRESS HERE for a list of Frequently Asked Questions which will be updated as the Council knows more about the future from providers.
PRESS HERE for a newer list of the changes.
A maximum single adult fare of £2 continues to be available on all services until 30 June 2023.
Our local policing team covers the Weaver and Cuddington Community Area which also includes Acton Bridge and Weaverham as well as Sandiway and Cuddington. Police Community Support Officer (PCSO) Michelle Gillett and Constable Daniel Grimshaw are dedicated to this Community Area. PRESS HERE to see an overview of this Community Area on the Cheshire Constabulary website.
So, Michelle Gillett is our PCSO for the Weaver and Cuddington area. She believes that communication is key to a happy community whether that’s over the telephone, social media or emails. Once a week she will send a report of her community engagement which has enabled her to reach out to many elderly/vulnerable persons that don’t access social media - these are displayed on this website under 'Police Matters' on the Home page. Please feel free to have your say and call her (by phone, 07812 781 911, or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) if you feel there is something which you feel she needs to address.
PCSO surgeries are held now in a physical location (dates and contact locations for April may be found on Facebook page - before attending please check since it may have changed at the last minute]).
Michelle encourages you to go along to discuss your community issues/concerns. Alternatively register your concern(s) on the following link: www.cheshire.police.uk/residentsvoicenorthwich. PCSO Michelle may also be available on her email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and/or phone at 07812-781911.
For general police enquiries, please visit www.cheshire.police.uk/contact/af/contact-us/
To report a crime please ring 101 or in case of an emergency ring 999.
For daily updates regarding whats going on in our ward please follow your local community policing on Facebook/Twitter
Weaver and Cuddington police Facebook
@weaverCudPol - Twitter
Stable Mews Dalefords Lane Marton Winsford CW8 2GR
71 Delamere Park Way West Cuddington Northwich CW8 2UL
73 Delamere Park Way West Cuddington Northwich CW8 2UL
73 Norley Road Cuddington Northwich CW8 2LA
18 Weaverham Road Cuddington Northwich CW8 2NJ
Poplar Farm Cuddington Lane Cuddington Northwich CW8 2SZ
2 Uplands Cuddington Northwich CW8 2XL
2 Uplands Cuddington Northwich CW8 2XL
The following special events are on offer at the Library in April. Please call the library directly on 01606-271767 for more information.
The Council has reported the theft of highway grid covers across Winsford and Northwich.
Over 30 gully/grid covers were taken on Thursday night (9 March), leaving a dangerous hole in the road at each site. A white van has been spotted in areas of Winsford, Weaverham, Barnton and Hartford.
Please call the Police on 101 and quote incident number: IML1496847 or call the Council on 0300 123 7036 if you notice any suspicious activities in the village.
PRESS HERE for the full media alert from the Council
Friday 10th March, 10-11am at the Ark cafe at the side of St John’s Church Hall:Norley Road, from the White Barn to the Village Hall, will be closed during (up to) 5 nights (7pm-6am) of 20-24 March to enable the zebra crossing installation (+ resurfacing works) next to the junction with Trickett Lane.
Any further information may be sought from Andy Bithell (Ref TRO 7283), Transport and Highways Service, Highways Office, Tel: 0300 123 7036, Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
PRESS HERE for a copy of the 'Temporary Road Closure' notice.
Applications are now open for communities in west Cheshire to receive up to £500 to fund celebrations and activities to mark the Coronation of King Charles III.
The Coronation of His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Queen Consort will take place at Westminster Abbey on Saturday 6 May 2023 and many communities may wish to celebrate the historic occasion with events over the Coronation Weekend between Saturday 6 and Monday 8 May 2023 and throughout the Coronation year. An additional bank holiday has been granted on 8 May and, as with other significant royal occasions, this is an opportunity to spend time and celebrate with friends, family and communities.
To help communities celebrate the occasion, each existing (borough) ward councillor has a budget of £500 to support the celebrations and activities in their own ward and/or the wider borough. Applicants can apply for a maximum of £500 and minimum of £100 per project, per ward councillor.
PRESS HERE for guidance on how to plan an event and to apply for funding. Funding applications close on 22 March.
Our local policing team covers the Weaver and Cuddington Community Area which also includes Acton Bridge and Weaverham as well as Sandiway and Cuddington. Police Community Support Officer (PCSO) Michelle Gillett and Constable Daniel Grimshaw are dedicated to this Community Area. PRESS HERE to see an overview of this Community Area on the Cheshire Constabulary website.
So, Michelle Gillett is our PCSO for the Weaver and Cuddington area. She believes that communication is key to a happy community whether that’s over the telephone, social media or emails. Once a week she will send a report of her community engagement which has enabled her to reach out to many elderly/vulnerable persons that don’t access social media - these are displayed on this website under 'Police Matters' on the Home page. Please feel free to have your say and call her (by phone, 07812 781 911, or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) if you feel there is something which you feel she needs to address.
PCSO surgeries are held now in a physical location (dates and contact locations for March below [please check on Facebook page before attending since it may have changed at the last minute]):
Michelle encourages you to go along to discuss your community issues/concerns. Alternatively register your concern(s) on the following link: www.cheshire.police.uk/residentsvoicenorthwich. PCSO Michelle may also be available on her email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and/or phone at 07812-781911.
For general police enquiries, please visit www.cheshire.police.uk/contact/af/contact-us/
To report a crime please ring 101 or in case of an emergency ring 999.
For daily updates regarding whats going on in our ward please follow your local community policing on Facebook/Twitter
Weaver and Cuddington police Facebook
@weaverCudPol - Twitter
11 Threeways Cuddington Northwich CW8 2XJ
Trevethoe 57 Warrington Road Cuddington Northwich Cheshire CW8 2LN
23 The Dell Cuddington Northwich CW8 2XG
Cuddington Grange Park Crescent Cuddington Northwich CW8 2TY
You may have already seen the news that we’re raising money for a permanent ramp at the front of church – so that EVERYONE can get in. At a time when our welcome should be open to all, too many people are struggling to even get through our front door. By its nature, this problem can be invisible – people who can’t get into the building will simply not turn up to our services or events in most cases. But in the last few months alone, we have seen multiple funerals and baptisms where people have had difficulty getting over the steps.
Accessibility is something we’ve been trying to tackle for years. You may remember earlier attempts such as our portable ramps for each individual step – these helped some, but were too light for motorised wheelchairs and quickly became slippery. We have also tried to put in a (cheaper) semi-permanent ramp, similar to the one at the church hall, but this has been denied at planning permission stage, and our appeals have been unsuccessful. We are now in a position where we have been told that, given our John Douglas building and heritage status, we will only be given planning permission and Diocesan agreement for a ramp which is “in keeping” with the current building. This means something designed by an architect, permanent, and faced with sandstone to match our church. Unfortunately equality in this case comes with a hefty price tag.
We recognise that for many, this appeal comes at a bad time – in the middle of a difficult winter. Some people cannot afford to support this ramp appeal, and others have limited funds for giving: if you have to choose between donating to the ramp appeal and the Food Bank, please choose the Food Bank! But if you are in the fortunate position of having enough to donate to the ramp appeal without affecting your other charitable giving, please consider donating and helping us to right this wrong permanently.
We launched our appeal in November through the council website. Thanks to everyone’s generous support, we managed to get over 50 backers registered in just 2 weeks – an incredible show of support which helped convince Cheshire West and Chester Council to pledge £4,500 to us.
We would like to thank all of the individuals who have supported the appeal so far, and also the businesses & organisations who have donated. By mid January, these included: Alter Studio, Cuddington Cattery, Four Paws Cuddington, St John’s Choir, JIMS, the Mothers Union, Toolerstone, the Vale Royal Recorder Consort, The Nutty Knitters, The Hair Company, Bollywood Dance for Fun, Redwalls Nursing Home, and Jacqueline Wilson Funeral Directors.
We now have over £35,000 of £56,000 already pledged – over 60% – and are incredibly grateful to everyone that has helped us reach this amount. However, the nature of the council-backed appeal site is that we need to reach 100% of our target by February 28th, or all donations made on the site will be returned to the givers.
That means we have just a month left to raise £21,000. We are holding a series of events in February for the Heritage Building Appeal, which means all money raised will go to support the project:
In addition, if you are able to give any amount – THANK YOU so much! - to give by card, please go to www.spacehive.com/a-ramp-for-st-johns-sandiway and make (or increase) your pledge; to give by cash or cheque, please hand your donations to the welcomers at any service (Gift Aid forms are also available).
If you have any questions, please ask John Goulden or Ali Fletcher, who would be happy to talk about the project.
Work on the tower is still ongoing. In the meantime, there has also been an overwhelming response to the ramp appeal.
St John's are hugely grateful for the generosity of over 210 donors, and also to everyone who supported the events for the ramp - the Quiz Night, the Mini Market, the February concert, the Valentine's Singalong and last Saturday's Parisian evening.
We can confirm that The Ramp Appeal has hit its target! A HUGE THANK YOU to everyone who has supported this initiative, by prayer or by giving, by spreading the word, or by coming to or helping at any of the fundraising events. There has been an amazing response, from the church family and the wider community. Please watch out for updates on progress over the coming months.
Work can now start on the plans to put a permanent ramp in place for St John's 120th anniversary year!
Budget Council meeting: Thursday 16 February 2023Council Tax increase of 4.99% for 2023/24.
Housing Management Services budget including raising social rents by 7% for Council owned housing - passed.
Amendment to increase funding for highways maintenance by £2.17m including £0.2m for pedestrian crossings - refused.
Amendment to increase funding for highways maintenance innovation by £0.2m and Community Innovation Fund by £0.25m - passed.
Council budget setting including raising the Council Tax by 4.99% - passed.
Further details of the Council Meeting, together with the Webcast can be found here:
https://cmttpublic.cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk/ieListDocuments.aspx?CId=448&MId=6930
PRESS HERE for the official Press Release from the Council.
Councillor Gillian Edwards reports that part of Norley Road (White Barn to opposite White Lodge Mews) is due to be resurfaced with works commencing on 6 February for 4 - 5 weeks. "Sorry for the disruption folks!"
Rest assured that she is also working on getting both ends of Norley Road done too.
In addition, Cheshire Highways have informed us that, during w/c 12 February, Norley Road will be closed near to Cuddington shops for one day when there will be works relating to a new Zebra crossing installation (including ducting and cabling work). This new Zebra crossing should allow residents to cross safely to access the playground and sports field on Norley Road. For further information contact: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Camps will be running this February half term at Cuddington & Sandiway Tennis club. Half or full days
PRESS HERE for link for booking.
Any queries then do ask: Jamie Oakes, Club Coach 07737-925420
Starting on 10 January, the Village Hall opened its doors from 2-4pm on Tuesday afternoons until 14 February to offer a Warm Space for anyone who would like to drop in.
Hot drinks and biscuits were on offer and the opportunity to meet up and chat. WiFi was available if people wish to work in a warm room.
Our local policing team covers the Weaver and Cuddington Community Area which also includes Acton Bridge and Weaverham as well as Sandiway and Cuddington. Police Community Support Officer (PCSO) Michelle Gillett and Constable Daniel Grimshaw are dedicated to this Community Area. PRESS HERE to see an overview of this Community Area on the Cheshire Constabulary website.
So, Michelle Gillett is our PCSO for the Weaver and Cuddington area. She believes that communication is key to a happy community whether that’s over the telephone, social media or emails. Once a week she will send a report of her community engagement which has enabled her to reach out to many elderly/vulnerable persons that don’t access social media - these are displayed on this website under 'Police Matters' on the Home page. Please feel free to have your say and call her (by phone, 07812 781 911, or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) if you feel there is something which you feel she needs to address.
PCSO surgeries are held now in a physical location (dates and contact locations for February shown below [please check on Facebook page before attending since it may have changed at the last minute]):
Michelle encourages you to go along to discuss your community issues/concerns. Alternatively register your concern(s) on the following link: www.cheshire.police.uk/residentsvoicenorthwich. PCSO Michelle may also be available on her email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .
For general police enquiries, please visit www.cheshire.police.uk/contact/af/contact-us/
To report a crime please ring 101 or in case of an emergency ring 999.
For daily updates regarding whats going on in our ward please follow your local community policing on Facebook/Twitter
Weaver and Cuddington police Facebook
@weaverCudPol - Twitter
The Cottage Blakemere Hall Farm 637 Chester Road Cuddington Northwich CW8 2EB
Blakemere Touring Park Blakemere Village Chester Road Cuddington Northwich CW8 2EB
Forest Hill Quarry Chester Road Cuddington Northwich Cheshire West And Chester CW8 2DL
6 Kensington Crescent Cuddington Northwich Cheshire West And Chester CW8 2FH
4 West Lane Cuddington Northwich Cheshire CW8 2QG
5 Copper Wood Cuddington Northwich Cheshire CW8 2UN
Leigh View Barns Cuddington Lane Cuddington Northwich CW8 2WD
44 Forest Close Cuddington Northwich Cheshire CW8 2EE
Northwich Library will be opening in its temporary location at Weaver Hall Museum on Monday 30 January, while the library building on Witton Street is being renovated (PRESS HERE for more). One result of this change is that the temporary extended opening hours at Sandiway library will end on Saturday 28 January and it will return to their standard opening times - to remind you, these are:
One further innovation is the upcoming iPad lending scheme. This will allow residents to boost their digital skills by borrowing a device from their local library. It will also make it easier for residents without their own technology to access a full range of Council Services. LiBS (the Library iPad Borrowing Scheme) will provide devices for residents to borrow for a six-week period from any Cheshire West and Chester Library.
PRESS HERE to learn more, or call the library on 01606-271767.
It was announced on 19 January that "Winnington Bridge Corridor has not received funding from the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities' Levelling Up Fund". This means that the congestion over the existing single-track swing bridge connecting Winnington to Barnton will continue into the future, especially with all the new housing springing up in Winnington.
PRESS HERE for more information from the council.
FREE bike marking event is being held at CUDDINGTON VILLAGE HALL on FRIDAY 13TH JANUARY from 1900-2000 hours.Come along with your bikes.
The following three initiatives will start this month at the Library:
Our local policing team covers the Weaver and Cuddington Community Area which also includes Acton Bridge and Weaverham as well as Sandiway and Cuddington. Police Community Support Officer (PCSO) Michelle Gillett and Constable Daniel Grimshaw are dedicated to this Community Area. PRESS HERE to see an overview of this Community Area on the Cheshire Constabulary website.
So, Michelle Gillett is our PCSO for the Weaver and Cuddington area. She believes that communication is key to a happy community whether that’s over the telephone, social media or emails. Once a week she will send a report of her community engagement which has enabled her to reach out to many elderly/vulnerable persons that don’t access social media - these are displayed on this website under 'Police Matters' on the Home page. Please feel free to have your say and call her (by phone, 07812 781 911, or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) if you feel there is something which you feel she needs to address.
PCSO surgeries are held now in a physical location (dates and contact locations for January are [check on Facebook page before attending since it may have changed at the last minute]):
Michelle encourages you to go along to discuss your community issues/concerns. Alternatively register your concern(s) on the following link: www.cheshire.police.uk/residentsvoicenorthwich. PCSO Michelle may also be available on her email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .
For general police enquiries, please visit www.cheshire.police.uk/contact/af/contact-us/
To report a crime please ring 101 or in case of an emergency ring 999.
For daily updates regarding whats going on in our ward please follow your local community policing on Facebook/Twitter
Weaver and Cuddington police Facebook
@weaverCudPol - Twitter
