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Sophie at the opening of her studio in 2025

'Busier by the month': Pilates studio celebrates one year in business

Healthy Pet Club Advanced offers unlimited access to veterinary expertise

Healthy Pet Club Advanced offers unlimited access to veterinary expertise

Northwich vet launches a new pet healthcare plan with unlimited consultations

Artist's impression of the new Northwich Market set to open towards them end of summer in Barons Quay

Artist's impression of the new Northwich Market set to open towards them end of summer in Barons Quay

Meet the first traders at town’s new Chester-style market ahead of summer opening

Costing just £1.17 per bottle, the range hits shelves in July

Costing just £1.17 per bottle, the range hits shelves in July

Dairy farm and sweet company join forces to unveil retro-flavoured milk drinks

Padel is the fastest growing sport in the UK

Padel is the fastest growing sport in the UK

Affordable padel courts run by council to open up UK's fastest growing sport for all

The Kooks at Forest Live in Delamere Forest on June 17.

The Kooks at Forest Live in Delamere Forest on June 17.

The Kooks on a summer's night after England win – perfect!

Room 99 opens on Manchester Road in Lostock Gralam on Friday, June 5

Room 99 opens on Manchester Road in Lostock Gralam on Friday, June 5

New 'luxury' barbershop opens its doors offering 'sleek and modern' experience

Home grown vegetables

Home grown vegetables

Mid Cheshire Green Voices: Top tips for growing your own vegetables

Bramblecrest Zurich Bistro Set

Bramblecrest Zurich Bistro Set

Make the most of outdoor living this season with Gordale Garden & Home Centre

Brio Winsford's gym is getting a full upgrade

Brio Winsford's gym is getting a full upgrade

Popular gym gets first full tech and equipment upgrade since opening in 2013

Discovering global flavours - a Sri Lankan cookery masterclass

Discovering global flavours - a Sri Lankan cookery masterclass

Discovering global flavours - a Sri Lankan cookery masterclass

The current generations of Andersens keeping Fred's legacy alive (L to R): Dave Hough; Terry Price; Neil, Pauline, Ryan, Kerys, and baby Cora Andersen

The current generations of Andersens keeping Fred's legacy alive (L to R): Dave Hough; Terry Price; Neil, Pauline, Ryan, Kerys, and baby Cora Andersen

Why family narrowboat firm with self-crafted luxury fleet is a Cheshire 'hidden gem'

Portrait of Annette Williams

Portrait of Annette Williams

Award-winning TV producer publishes new book on confidence featuring famous names

Padgate Academy named SSAT Ambassador School for assessment excellence

Padgate Academy named SSAT Ambassador School for assessment excellence

Padgate Academy named SSAT Ambassador School for assessment excellence

Anna Roseblade-Shore with co-owner, husband and chef Felix Shore and front of house staff Carys Shaw

Anna Roseblade-Shore with co-owner, husband and chef Felix Shore and front of house staff Carys Shaw

Cultural attractions

Visit Cheshire confirms celebrations confirmed for special county day

besty places to live in North West revealed by the Sunday Times

besty places to live in North West revealed by the Sunday Times

Best places to live in North West named by Sunday Times - but only one in Cheshire

Care home residents at Daneside Court enjoyed an impromptu sing-a-long session

Care home residents at Daneside Court enjoyed an impromptu sing-a-long session

Care home session turns into spontaneous singalong of joy and memories

Shakerley Mere by Candy Lean

Shakerley Mere by Candy Lean

Cheshire West and Chester Council

Search is on for new mobile food and drinks traders at country parks near town

Winsford councillors Simon Boone, far right, and Mandy Clare, second from the right, protesting outside Storyhouse

Winsford councillors Simon Boone, far right, and Mandy Clare, second from the right, protesting outside Storyhouse

Councillor explains Mini Pride protest as organisers defend 'family' event

Charlotte Glover was on the High Achievers’ Programme at Priestley and is now studying at University of Oxford.

Charlotte Glover was on the High Achievers’ Programme at Priestley and is now studying at University of Oxford.

Discover the specialist pathways to success at Priestley College

Tattenhall Marina, one of many outdoor attractions just outside the village

Tattenhall Marina, one of many outdoor attractions just outside the village

Meet the residents and discover what makes these secret Cheshire villages tick

Epiderme has launched a new clinic in Oakmere

Epiderme has launched a new clinic in Oakmere

'A new chapter': Award-winning aesthetics clinic opens new Cheshire location

Warrington & Vale Royal College to host additional quiet open events in the new year

Warrington & Vale Royal College to host additional quiet open events in the new year

Warrington & Vale Royal College to host additional quiet open events in the new year

The team behind Blakemere Village's new auction house, QC Auctions, are business partners (L - R) Sid Vance, Andrew Icely, Terrence Brennan

The team behind Blakemere Village's new auction house, QC Auctions, are business partners (L - R) Sid Vance, Andrew Icely, Terrence Brennan

New ‘very posh’ antiques and fine arts auction house now open for sale lots

Neighbourhood Weekender is the perfect start to the summer with an incredible weekend of non-stop live music across three stages and much more.

Neighbourhood Weekender is the perfect start to the summer with an incredible weekend of non-stop live music across three stages and much more.

Neighbourhood Weekender returns to Warrington in 2026!

The Swan in Tarporley

The Swan in Tarporley

Village pub getting ready for Christmas by joining Golden Envelope giveaway

Hartford's Claire James in January (left) and October after her impressive three stone, 11 pound weight loss

Hartford's Claire James in January (left) and October after her impressive three stone, 11 pound weight loss

Slimmer plans Arctic 'midnight sun' half marathon after losing nearly four stone

These improvements reaffirm Padgate Academy’s commitment to providing the very best environment for its growing community of learners.

These improvements reaffirm Padgate Academy’s commitment to providing the very best environment for its growing community of learners.

Major refurbishment transforms Padgate Academy as student numbers continue to grow

The annual licence fee for private boat user and business will go up almost five per cent in April 2026

The annual licence fee for private boat user and business will go up almost five per cent in April 2026

Canal users face above-inflation price hike in annual boat licence fee

The Anderton Boat Lift is one of only two links between the River Weaver and the wider waterways network, and it will be closed until at least summer 2027

The Anderton Boat Lift is one of only two links between the River Weaver and the wider waterways network, and it will be closed until at least summer 2027

Cultural attractions

Campaigners' proposed ‘Cheshire Ring II’ canal route could end future Boat Lift woes

Caddi released her debut book in September

Caddi released her debut book in September

Life coach launches debut book to help others improve their lives

Body Tech Winsford co-owner Mathew Bailey, centre, with his team

Body Tech Winsford co-owner Mathew Bailey, centre, with his team

Free workouts as gym launches ‘I Moustache You a Question’ for men's mental health

Wildshore Delamere already offers a wide range of water sports activities, include wakeboarding and dog paddleboarding

Wildshore Delamere already offers a wide range of water sports activities, include wakeboarding and dog paddleboarding

Steamy new 'add-on activity' at water park gets green light from planners

The new Chester IKEA store has opened

The new Chester IKEA store has opened

All you need to know as Cheshire's new IKEA store opens

Knutsford was named the top place to live in

Knutsford was named the top place to live in

Revealed: Travel website ranks the top 10 places to live in Cheshire

White Ribbon Boutique's annual charity fashion show at Northwich's Memorial Court takes place this year on Thursday, October 9

White Ribbon Boutique's annual charity fashion show at Northwich's Memorial Court takes place this year on Thursday, October 9

‘Great big girlie night out’: Boutique's annual fashion show tickets go on sale

Sunlight at Delamere Forest.

Sunlight at Delamere Forest.

Looking for a woodland mental health break? This Cheshire venue can help...

The Grange Hotel in Grange-over-Sands, in the Lake District

The Grange Hotel in Grange-over-Sands, in the Lake District

I went 'car free' to visit the Lake District and this is why you should too

Angel Bulut left the UK to become a farmer in Brazil

Angel Bulut left the UK to become a farmer in Brazil

From Northwich to Brazil: Woman 'falls in love' with new culture after ditching UK

Padgate Academy remains focused on building a strong, supportive environment rooted in high standards and community values.

Padgate Academy remains focused on building a strong, supportive environment rooted in high standards and community values.

Padgate Academy marks GCSE results and welcomes a new chapter

Sam Andrew balances making his own work with running the various classes offered at Seven Limes

Sam Andrew balances making his own work with running the various classes offered at Seven Limes

The mum-and-son pottery studio where you can get creative

The celebration of horsepower at Bolesworth International in Cheshire.

The celebration of horsepower at Bolesworth International in Cheshire.

Cultural attractions

I went to see why Bolesworth International is a great family day out

Michelle Bonnick's Zumba class has found a new home after the sad closure of Winnington Rec at the end of March

Michelle Bonnick's Zumba class has found a new home after the sad closure of Winnington Rec at the end of March

Popular Zumba group finds new groove after 'gutting' Winnington Rec closure

The real power of pastoral care is about preparing young people for the ups and downs of life.

The real power of pastoral care is about preparing young people for the ups and downs of life.

Pastoral care at The Grange School: A foundation for growth

Ellie Leach (left), organisers Ian Bartholomew and Loveday Ingram (top right) and Justin Moorhouse (bottom right) will all be part of Sprit of the North at Chester Storyhouse.

Ellie Leach (left), organisers Ian Bartholomew and Loveday Ingram (top right) and Justin Moorhouse (bottom right) will all be part of Sprit of the North at Chester Storyhouse.

Variety show featuring Justin Moorhouse and Tim McInerny to benefit Winsford charity

'Getting better and better': 'Classy' Knutsford named among best places to live

'Getting better and better': 'Classy' Knutsford named among best places to live

'One of Cheshire's classiest towns' named among best places to live in UK

Kerry Roberts (left) and Aimee Spilsbury have invested £20k in their reformer Pilates studio, ((BOUNCE)) Beds, near Tarporley

Kerry Roberts (left) and Aimee Spilsbury have invested £20k in their reformer Pilates studio, ((BOUNCE)) Beds, near Tarporley

‘Game changing’ new reformer Pilates class launches to enhance fitness and wellbeing

Louise Matthews (right) will be leading Middlewich's first female-only boxing gym, based on a model thought up by Elly Hamilton (left)

Louise Matthews (right) will be leading Middlewich's first female-only boxing gym, based on a model thought up by Elly Hamilton (left)

Town's first all-female boxing gym plans to 'empower women, one punch at a time'

Yoga instructor Jalaja Ramanunni

Yoga instructor Jalaja Ramanunni

How yoga can help this winter as new classes launch in town

Karen Taylor-Ronson, left, and Liz Jardine, right, are launching new female-only boxing classes in Northwich

Karen Taylor-Ronson, left, and Liz Jardine, right, are launching new female-only boxing classes in Northwich

'Every punch has a purpose': Female-only boxing classes launching in Northwich

Zoe Luscombe and Danielle Hogan founded the Bodhi Club in Dunham Massey in 2023; the Winnington studio will be their second outlet

Zoe Luscombe and Danielle Hogan founded the Bodhi Club in Dunham Massey in 2023; the Winnington studio will be their second outlet

Boutique ‘reformer’ Pilates studio with in-house aesthetics and beauty salon to open

Tracy Hogg (right) with partner and coach, Nigel Collyer, pictured with her new British Champion's trophy

Tracy Hogg (right) with partner and coach, Nigel Collyer, pictured with her new British Champion's trophy

'No cake yet' for UK's new female bodybuilding champ as World Championships looms

Mid Cheshire's favourite gyms and instructors to mark National Fitness Day

Mid Cheshire's favourite gyms and instructors to mark National Fitness Day

Mid Cheshire’s favourite gyms and instructors to mark National Fitness Day

The team of dedicated staff at St Nicholas are fully committed to providing students with every possible opportunity to become the very best person they can possibly be.

The team of dedicated staff at St Nicholas are fully committed to providing students with every possible opportunity to become the very best person they can possibly be.

Discover more about St Nicholas Catholic High School at their Open Events