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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
PRESS HERE for the current train timetable which applies until 9 December.
Sunday 2 July replacement buses: all trains will be replaced by buses between Chester and Stockport.
Strikes:
We have been made aware of ASLEF and RMT industrial action resulting in rail strikes on Northern Rail – Wednesday 31 May, Friday 2 June and Saturday 3 June. Disruption is also expected on Thursday 1 June.
Check with other train operators before travelling.
Northern Rail can keep you updated with any news of potential future strikes, if announced - press on www.northernrailway.co.uk/travel/strikes for the latest information.
Always check before you travel, alterations can happen at short notice: www.northernrailway.co.uk, or 0800 200 6060.
5 Hadrian Way Cuddington Northwich CW8 2JR
Ref. No: 23/01471/FUL | Received: Thu 04 May 2023 | Validated: Mon 15 May 2023 | Status: Awaiting decision
The Cottage Golden Nook Farm Forest Road Sandiway Northwich CW8 2DZ
Ref. No: 23/01249/FUL | Received: Fri 14 Apr 2023 | Validated: Thu 04 May 2023 | Status: Awaiting decision
Delamere Manor Cuddington Lane Cuddington Northwich CW8 2TE
Ref. No: 23/01578/DIS | Received: Tue 16 May 2023 | Validated: Tue 16 May 2023 | Status: Awaiting decision
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
Cheshire West and Chester Council has secured an additional £2,587,500 of funding to help improve the energy efficiency of some of the borough’s most inefficient homes.
Home Upgrade Grants are available to homes which are not heated by mains-gas and have an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) of Band D, E, F or G. Properties heated by electric (such as storage heaters), oil, LPG or solid fuel, which have a mains-gas supply for cooking purposes only, are eligible to apply if all other eligibility criteria are met.
Households will need to apply for the funding, and the measures installed could include such things as external or internal wall insulation, loft insulation, under-floor insulation, air source heat pumps, single glazed window and door upgrades, high heat retention electric storage heaters, heating controls and solar panels.
PRESS HERE to discover the eligibility criteria and the process for applying.
Once again we are looking for 2 people to celebrate at the Cuddington & Sandiway Gala. One will be under 18 and the other will be over 18. Hidden in our community are people who have worked to make our village a better place to live or have done a generous deed for others. If you know of such a person then consider putting them forward to be recognized on Gala Day.
You will need a form from the library or download one here:
Forms should be handed in to the library in a sealed envelope by May 18th please.
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....
Due to local elections on Thursday 4th May in the Village Hall, the 'Afternoon Tea in the Village Hall' was brought forward to April. The next opportunity to enjoy Afternoon Tea here will be Thursday 1st June, 2-4pm.
Similarly Sandiway Library will be closed on this day to allow polling in the building. No items will be due back while the library is closed, and you can renew online by logging in to your library account here: http://cwac.co/jq2SL (The nearest open libraries on this day will be Northwich (Weaver Hall Museum), Barnton and Winsford.) Find a full list of libraries and opening hours here: http://cwac.co/yPcFN
The Council reminds voters to bring Photo ID to vote in person at a polling station. Photo ID includes passports, photo driving licences, Older / Disabled person’s bus pass, disabled Blue Badge and proof of age PASS cards.
PRESS HERE for further information.
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
PRESS HERE for the current train timetable which applies until 9 December.
Warning:
In the timetable, trains may arrive from both directions at the same time. Let them depart before crossing the line!
Some 4-coach trains have doors on an end coach locked because they are too long for some platforms.
There is a Monday to Friday 1708 Stockport to Chester calling at nearly all stations but beware it does not call at Cuddington nor Delamere.
Wednesday 17 May: Music train to Plumley. The Deportees on 18.56 from Chester (Cuddington 19.18), at the Golden Pheasant, returning on the 21.57 from Plumley.
Sunday 21 May: New timetables started. Times at Cuddington are unchanged.
Monday 22 to Thursday 25 May replacement buses: The 2252 Chester to Manchester (normally due Cuddington 2314) will be a bus calling at Cuddington at 2342.
The 2210 from Manchester will stop at Greenbank at 2303 but will then run non stop to Chester. A replacement bus will leave Altrincham at 2245 and call at all stations (Greenbank 2349, Cuddington 2357).
The 2313 from Manchester (normally due Cuddington 0020) will be a bus Calling at Cuddington at 0108.
Strikes:
We have been made aware of planned industrial action by ASLEF and RMT unions on Friday 12, Saturday 13, Wednesday 31 May, Friday 2 June and Saturday 3 June.
Northern Rail can keep you updated with any news of potential future strikes, if announced - press on www.northernrailway.co.uk/travel/strikes for the latest information.
Always check before you travel, alterations can happen at short notice: www.northernrailway.co.uk, or 0800 200 6060.
16 The Spinney Cuddington Northwich CW8 2UH
Ref. No: 23/01319/TPO | Received: Fri 21 Apr 2023 | Validated: Fri 21 Apr 2023 | Status: Awaiting decision
The Woodlands Cockpit Lane Cuddington Northwich CW8 2DT
Ref. No: 23/01132/FUL | Received: Wed 05 Apr 2023 | Validated: Fri 21 Apr 2023 | Status: Awaiting decision
The following special events are on offer at the Library in May. Please call the library directly on 01606-271767 for more information.
Due to local elections in May, the next Afternoon Tea in the Village Hall will be brought forward to Thursday 27th April 2-4pm.
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
PRESS HERE for the new train timetable which applies until 20 May.
Warning:
In the new timetable, trains may arrive from both directions at the same time. Let them depart before crossing the line!
Some 4-coach trains have doors on an end coach locked because they are too long for some platforms.
There is a Monday to Friday 1708 Stockport to Chester calling at nearly all stations but beware it does not call at Cuddington nor Delamere.
Monday 10th to Thursday 13th April:
The 22.52 from Chester to Manchester (due Cuddington 23.13) will be a bus, calling at Cuddington at 23.42. The 22.10 and 23.13 from Manchester Piccadilly to Chester (due Cuddington 23.16 and 00.20 respectively) will be buses calling at Cuddington to set down only at 00.05 and 01.08 respectively. Additional buses to Chester will depart Knutsford at 22.52 and 23.56, calling at Cuddington at 23.35 and 00.39.
Strikes:
Northern Rail can keep you updated with any news of potential future strikes, if announced - press on www.northernrailway.co.uk/travel/strikes for the latest information.
Always check before you travel, alterations can happen at short notice: www.northernrailway.co.uk, or 0800 200 6060.
Stable Mews Dalefords Lane Marton Winsford CW8 2GR
Ref. No: 23/00812/TPO | Received: Mon 13 Mar 2023 | Validated: Mon 13 Mar 2023 | Status at end April: Awaiting decision
71 Delamere Park Way West Cuddington Northwich CW8 2UL
Ref. No: 23/00701/TPO | Received: Mon 06 Mar 2023 | Validated: Mon 06 Mar 2023 | Status at end April: Awaiting decision
73 Delamere Park Way West Cuddington Northwich CW8 2UL
Ref. No: 23/00517/FUL | Received: Fri 17 Feb 2023 | Validated: Mon 06 Mar 2023 | Status: Approved
73 Norley Road Cuddington Northwich CW8 2LA
Ref. No: 23/00739/FUL | Received: Tue 07 Mar 2023 | Validated: Tue 07 Mar 2023 | Status at end April: Awaiting decision
18 Weaverham Road Cuddington Northwich CW8 2NJ
Ref. No: 23/00622/LDC | Received: Mon 27 Feb 2023 | Validated: Fri 17 Mar 2023 | Status at end April: Awaiting decision
Poplar Farm Cuddington Lane Cuddington Northwich CW8 2SZ
Ref. No: 23/00899/S73 | Received: Fri 17 Mar 2023 | Validated: Fri 17 Mar 2023 | Status at end April: Awaiting decision
2 Uplands Cuddington Northwich CW8 2XL
Ref. No: 23/00968/FUL | Received: Wed 22 Mar 2023 | Validated: Wed 22 Mar 2023 | Status: Approved
2 Uplands Cuddington Northwich CW8 2XL
Ref. No: 23/00969/FUL | Received: Wed 22 Mar 2023 | Validated: Wed 22 Mar 2023 | Status at end April: Awaiting decision
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
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.
Cheshire West and Chester Council is encouraging parents and carers with children who attend local authority maintained schools in the borough to take part in a consultation on proposals to vary the current Standardised School Year. Term dates and holidays in England are set by the Council for community and voluntary controlled schools, by the governing body for foundation and voluntary aided schools and by the academy trust for free schools and academies.
The proposal is to vary the current Standardised School Year for Cheshire West and Chester's community and voluntary controlled schools based on feedback from schools and parents.
PRESS HERE to view their consultation web page. Consultation will close on 3rd May.
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
PRESS HERE for the new train timetable which applies until 20 May.
Warning:
In the new timetable, trains may arrive from both directions at the same time. Let them depart before crossing the line!
Some 4-coach trains have doors on an end coach locked because they are too long for some platforms.
There is a Monday to Friday 1708 Stockport to Chester calling at nearly all stations but beware it does not call at Cuddington nor Delamere.
Strikes:
It is still expected that rail workers will strike again on four dates in March and April. The current threat is that on 16 March, 18 March, 30 March and 1 April, members of the Rail Maritime and Transport (RMT) Union working for 14 train companies will strike. Please check with the 'strikes' link below for the latest news.
Northern Rail can keep you updated with any news of potential future strikes, if announced - press on www.northernrailway.co.uk/travel/strikes for the latest information.
Always check before you travel, alterations can happen at short notice: www.northernrailway.co.uk, or 0800 200 6060.
11 Threeways Cuddington Northwich CW8 2XJ
Ref. No: 23/00539/TPO | Received: Mon 20 Feb 2023 | Validated: Mon 20 Feb 2023 | Status: Approved
Trevethoe 57 Warrington Road Cuddington Northwich Cheshire CW8 2LN
Ref. No: 23/00393/FUL | Received: Wed 08 Feb 2023 | Validated: Thu 23 Feb 2023 | Status at end April: Awaiting decision
23 The Dell Cuddington Northwich CW8 2XG
Ref. No: 23/00357/TPO | Received: Mon 06 Feb 2023 | Validated: Mon 06 Feb 2023 | Status: Refused
Cuddington Grange Park Crescent Cuddington Northwich CW8 2TY
Ref. No: 23/00587/TPO | Received: Thu 23 Feb 2023 | Validated: Thu 23 Feb 2023 | Status: Approved
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!
Council 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.
Each Monday (6-7pm) from 27th February, Wild Apple Yoga will be offering classes at the Village Hall. Kelly Appleton is the instructor and her message for all interested villagers is set out below:
Her contact details are:
Kelly Appleton 07922-534076 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
instagram: @wildappleyoga, facebook: @wildappleyoga, website: www.wildappleyoga.com
Cheshire West and Chester Council's Road Safety team, along with child seat safety experts, are offering residents in the borough the opportunity to have their child car seats checked during a drop-in event on 28 February at Morrisons in Winsford from 11am to 3pm.
Car seat experts from Car Seat Safety along with fully accredited Road Safety officers will be available to offer help and advice on child restraints to parents and guardians on fitting child seats in vehicles safely; on when to move up to the next restraint; and on general in-car safety.
PRESS HERE for a fuller description of the event.
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
PRESS HERE for the new train timetable which applies until 20 May.
Warning:
In the new timetable, trains may arrive from both directions at the same time. Let them depart before crossing the line!
Some 4-coach trains have doors on an end coach locked because they are too long for some platforms.
There is a Monday to Friday 1708 Stockport to Chester calling at nearly all stations but beware it does not call at Cuddington nor Delamere.
Saturday 4 February:
There will be a 2-hourly service between Chester and Altrincham only, with connecting buses to and from Stockport and trains Stockport - Manchester. At the time of writing, arrangements for using the Metrolink tram are not known. Departures from Cuddington are, to Chester, at 08.16 and 2-hourly until 22.17, then 00.26; to Altrincham at 06.18, 08.28 and 2-hourly to 20.28 (exceptions are 14.18 and 22.18), and 23.43 which is a bus through to Manchester.
Sunday 5 February:
All trains are replaced by buses, departing Cuddington at 09.54,11.46,13.49,15.53,17.53,19.56 and 21.49 to Manchester, and 11.06,13.03,15.10,17.09,19.09, 21.09 and 23.04 back to Chester.
Monday 13 to Thursday 16 February: 23.13.from Manchester Piccadilly will depart at 23.11. Other times are unchanged.
Monday 27 February to Thursday 2 March:
The 22.52 from Chester to Manchester (due Cuddington 23.13) will be a bus, calling at Cuddington at 23.42. The 22.10 and 23.13 from Manchester Piccadilly to Chester (due Cuddington 23.16 and 00.20 respectively) will be buses calling at Cuddington to set down only at 00.05 and 01.08 respectively. Additional buses to Chester will depart Knutsford at 22.52 and 23.56, calling at Cuddington at 23.35 and 00.39.
Strikes:
The train drivers' union ASLEF have announced the following strike dates:
Also expect some potential disruption before and after these dates.
Northern Rail can keep you updated with any news of potential future strikes, if announced - press on www.northernrailway.co.uk/travel/strikes for the latest information.
Always check before you travel, alterations can happen at short notice: www.northernrailway.co.uk, or 0800 200 6060.
The Cottage Blakemere Hall Farm 637 Chester Road Cuddington Northwich CW8 2EB
Ref. No: 22/04726/FUL | Received: Wed 21 Dec 2022 | Status at end Jan: Awaiting decision
Blakemere Touring Park Blakemere Village Chester Road Cuddington Northwich CW8 2EB
Ref. No: 22/04458/FUL | Received: Wed 30 Nov 2022 | Status at end Jan: Awaiting decision
Forest Hill Quarry Chester Road Cuddington Northwich Cheshire West And Chester CW8 2DL
Ref. No: 23/00110/S73 | Received: Fri 13 Jan 2023 | Validated: Fri 13 Jan 2023 | Status at end Jan: Awaiting decision
6 Kensington Crescent Cuddington Northwich Cheshire West And Chester CW8 2FH
Ref. No: 23/00137/FUL | Received: Tue 17 Jan 2023 | Validated: Thu 26 Jan 2023 | Status at end Jan: Awaiting decision
4 West Lane Cuddington Northwich Cheshire CW8 2QG
Ref. No: 23/00181/TPO | Received: Mon 16 Jan 2023 | Validated: Mon 16 Jan 2023 | Status at end Jan: Awaiting decision
5 Copper Wood Cuddington Northwich Cheshire CW8 2UN
Ref. No: 23/00244/FUL | Received: Thu 26 Jan 2023 | Validated: Thu 26 Jan 2023 | Status at end Jan: Awaiting decision
Leigh View Barns Cuddington Lane Cuddington Northwich CW8 2WD
Ref. No: 23/00270/FUL | Received: Fri 27 Jan 2023 | Validated: Fri 27 Jan 2023 | Status at end Jan: Awaiting decision
44 Forest Close Cuddington Northwich Cheshire CW8 2EE
Ref. No: 23/00252/FUL | Received: Thu 26 Jan 2023 | Validated: Thu 26 Jan 2023 | Status at end Jan: Awaiting decision
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.
Come along with your bikes.
Police and Crime Commissioner John Dwyer is asking people across Cheshire about their policing priorities for the coming year and the police precept – the part of Council Tax that funds Cheshire Constabulary. More than 40% of Cheshire Constabulary’s funding came from Council Tax in 2022/23 - this key part of the police budget has enabled the Constabulary to make several improvements in areas most important to the public, including:
If you would like to read more and/or have your say, please PRESS HERE.
The consultation and the survey will close at midday on Tuesday 24 January.
Cheshire Fire Authority is also launching a consultation on its precept (its share of council tax) for the forthcoming 2023/2024 financial year.
Cheshire Fire Authority is the publicly accountable body responsible for providing a fire and rescue service to the communities of Cheshire. The Authority has two main sources of income; grants from government (which make up around 33% of its budget) and through local council tax (which accounts for 67%of its budget). For the last financial year in 2022/23, the Authority had a total budget of £46.6m.
Unfortunately, the Authority is now facing further significant financial pressures, for example as a result of increases in the cost of energy and pay increases for staff (which are negotiated on a national basis and not always funded by the Government). Even after identifying a significant amount of savings, the Authority could be facing a funding gap of nearly £1m when it attempts to settle its 2023/24 budget; potentially more depending on the outcome of the pay dispute involving firefighters.
If you would like to read more and/or have your say, please PRESS HERE. The consultation and the survey will close on Monday 23 January.
The following three initiatives will start this month at the Library:
Household Waste Recycling Centres (HWRCs) are closed on New Year's Day.
On the other days during the holiday period, HWRCs in Winsford and Northwich will be open at their usual times (note Northwich HWRC is closed Wednesdays & Thursdays). Site opening times during the Winter are 8am-4pm.
Real Christmas trees can be taken for reuse to the following sites any time in January 2023:
Signage will advise where to place the trees, which will be chipped and used as mulch on existing shrub-beds in the borough.
Alternatively you can make use of the Charity collections. Just Helping raise money for local hospices by collecting and recycling real trees - residents can use the link below to register with St Luke's Hospice for their Tree Collection service:
St Luke's: Christmas tree collection
Collections will be from Thursday, 12 January 2023 - Sunday, 15 January 2023 (registration for this service closes on Sunday 8th January 2023).
Garden waste collections ended on 5 December and will resume on or after 27 February 2023. Subscriptions can now be made for 2023 garden waste collections.
PRESS HERE for the full details from the Council.
A message from Steve Chivers, Chair of Youth Club - Sandiway and Cuddington:
"I am thrilled to say we have been successful in our bid to John Dwyer, the Police & Crime Commissioner for Cheshire’s Community Action Fund. The funding has been awarded to employ a Youth Worker for the Youth Club and allow the club to open on a more regular basis.
We are committed to doing all we can to prevent anti-social behaviour in the village and this project will encourage even more young people to get involved. With an increase in youth club sessions and a wider range of activities we hope to attract young people not currently engaged in positive activities from the community, diverting them away from trouble. Our sessions will be tailored to the needs of the young people attending to ensure they are engaging and give us the best opportunity to develop positive relationships."
PRESS HERE for the full Press Release from the Youth Club team.
We are pleased to hear that the Youth Club team have been able to hire a Youth Worker and so they plan now to open every Friday in 2023. The next Youth Club meeting will be Friday 6th January and they plan to open every Friday from then on.
The Youth Club still need volunteers and if you are interested, please contact their Secretary Steve Chivers on 07775733333 or 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.
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
PRESS HERE for the new train timetable which applies until 20 May.
Warning:
In the new timetable, trains may arrive from both directions at the same time. Let them depart before crossing the line!
Some 4-coach trains have doors on an end coach locked because they are too long for some platforms.
There is a Monday to Friday 1708 Stockport to Chester calling at nearly all stations but beware it does not call at Cuddington nor Delamere.
Wednesday 28 December to Mid January:
Continued disruption! Definite early finish on 31 December and 2313 from Manchester departing 2311 2nd to 5th January.
Sunday 15 January: Normal service between Chester and Stockport only.
Monday 16 to Thursday 19 January:
The last train from Chester and last two from Manchester will be replaced by buses.
Saturday 28 January: There will be a 2-hourly service between Chester and Altrincham only.
Sunday 29 January: All trains are replaced by buses.
Strikes:
Rail union RMT in November announced it "had beaten the anti-trade union laws yet again with a stunning mandate for more strike action on the railways" - so more strikes to come!
The following strike dates have been announced:
Expect disruption before and after these dates. There is also a new overtime and rest day working ban - the railways typically work on the assumption that staff will work overtime and on rest days; a union ban on this could cause further havoc.
Northern Rail can keep you updated with any news of potential future strikes, if announced - press on www.northernrailway.co.uk/travel/strikes for the latest information.
Always check before you travel, alterations can happen at short notice: www.northernrailway.co.uk, or 0800 200 6060.