News

  • Macc folks are ‘amazing’

    When Susan Doyle fell in town, breaking her hip, her daughter Emma Godridge was stunned by the response of Macclesfield folk. Emma took to social...

  • Party in the Pews

    Macclesfield’s newest and best original live music festival is back at Christ Church for the early May bank holiday in 2022. Now with a new...

  • What’s on at Cinemac

    Downton Abbey: A New Era It’s the film everyone has been waiting for! Downton Abbey 2: A New Era arrives on our screen this Friday!...

  • Rob Smethurst talks about the fairytale of Macclesfield FC

    Rob Smethurst was interviewed by GB News about the fairytale success of Macclesfield FC going from start-up to cup success in just nine months. Share...

  • Macc Craft Beer & Gin Festival

    After a two year break, Macclesfield Beer Festival is back – with a twist. Now in its 26th year, the Macclesfield Beer Festival has evolved...

  • Born Survivor

    Capesthorne Hall, Congleton Rd, Siddington, Macclesfield SK11 9JY Recruit your buddies for what will be the UK’s Ultimate Obstacle Course Mission set at the stunning...

  • Ocean Colour Scene live at Buxton

    In 2015 Ocean Colour Scene celebrated their 25th Anniversary with a sell-out acoustic tour of some of the most prestigious UK concert halls. It was...

  • Manchester Airport CEO issues apology

    The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Manchester Airports Group (MAG) has apologised to passengers for several weeks of chaos at the airport. CEO Charlie Cornish,...

  • Lord Ashbrook woodland gardens talk and tour

    Tuesday 10th May 2022 – 1.30pm. Join Lord Ashbrook as he enthusiastically and knowledgably talks about the woodlands at Arley and its development.  Lord Ashbrook will...

  • Cotton-top tamarin monkey born at Chester Zoo

    One of the world’s most endangered primates has been born at Chester Zoo. The rare baby cotton-top tamarin monkey arrived to first time parents Treat...

  • Does Cheshire East Council* have a clue?

    Year after year Cheshire East councillors sign off on out-of and edge-of-town retail parks. In Macclesfield, the latest is the Black Lane retail park –...

  • ‘Truly despicable’ thieves steal defibrillator

    Image: a defibrillator like this was stolen Thoughtless thieves have stolen a defibrillator for outside a barber shop on Park Lane. The defibrillators, which can...

  • Interested in Milestones?

    Anyone interested in milestones are invited to take part in a one-day conference. The conference, where you will learn more about historic waymarkers and how...

  • Two weeks to ride 1000 miles

    Macclesfield Wheelers General Secretary, Simon Griffiths, is riding Land’s End to John O’Groats (LEJOG) over two weeks from 8th May 2022. His mammoth ride is...

  • Enjoy the forest – but respect it

    Visitors heading to Macclesfield Forest are being asked to respect the land, the local community and each other, particularly as we approach the busy Easter...

  • More attractions for The Cheshire Show

    The Royal Cheshire County Show promises an attraction-packed return to its Tabley Showground on the 21st and 22nd June this summer. Celebrity chefs Simon Rimmer...

  • Robbie Savage on Cheshire Cup victory

    Goals from Joachim Adeoti and Oliver Ryah handed our Under-16s side a 2 – 1 victory against Nantwich Town as they lifted the Cheshire Cup....

  • Bosley Tug of War season opener

    Bosley Tug of War Club hosted a successful tug of war competition at Woodford Memorial Hall. The event was part of the Tug of War Association’s national league...

  • Lisa Mills on stage in Langley

    Some good news at last – American blues superstar, Lisa Mills will be back in Langley in July. Lisa will be appearing at the village...

  • Taking Flight – drop in art installation

    TAKING FLIGHT is a multi-media art installation which creates a space in which to reflect upon the tragic situation in Ukraine. It allows the viewer...