In this issue:
- Get ready for the 2019 Northwich Christmas Extravaganza
- Town celebrates achieving Makaton friendly status
- Tickets now available for FireFest 2019
- Be inspired this autumn
- Still time to apply to the Northwich Krazy Races
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Get ready for the 2019 Northwich Christmas Extravaganza
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The countdown is on to this year’s Northwich Christmas Extravaganza which comes to town on Saturday 23rd November, taking place from 12:00pm-5:30pm.
There will be festive fun at every turn with event organisers the Northwich Business Improvement District (BID), Northwich Town Council, Barons Quay, NIRA and Cheshire West and Chester Council compiling an action-packed line-up of activities and attractions for the whole family.
Crowd favourites will return such as Donkey rides, fairground rides, Birds of Prey, Christmas stilt walkers and a giant snow globe, while Santa’s Grotto, Barnton Circus, a Caricaturist and a Fun House will ensure entertainment throughout the afternoon.
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On top of this there will be no shortage of yuletide spirit. The Christmas Bauble Trail will be perfect for would-be detectives and there’ll be festive treats aplenty at the Christmas Markets on Witton Street for those on the lookout for refreshments and maybe even some presents.
Attendees should also pay a visit to the Craft Village which is going to be situated outside Poundstretcher. Here there’ll be face painting, glitter tattoos, gingerbread decorating and balloon modelling; perfect for keeping the kids busy.
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For the first time ever, Northwich will also have its very own Ice Rink too! It will be open on Friday 22nd, Saturday 23rd and Sunday 24th November giving people plenty of opportunity to take to the ice for some wintry excitement.
Following a full afternoon of Christmas fun, the event will once again culminate with the School’s Lantern Parade, Light Switch-on and firework display to bring the day to a spectacular conclusion.
More information will follow in due course on the Visit Northwich Facebook page. Make sure you like it so you don’t miss any updates!
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Town celebrates achieving Makaton friendly status
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Local businesses, charity groups and community members celebrated Northwich gaining Makaton Friendly Status on Thursday 3rd October at Stateside Bar and Kitchen.
In August the town was named Makaton Friendly, the first town in the North West to achieve this status. Makaton is a simpler form of sign language which was developed to help those who find it hard to communicate.
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Northwich has made its services accessible to Makaton users by training over 200 people from 30 local businesses in the town.
The project was spearheaded by Cheshire Down’s Syndrome Support Group (CDSSG) and funded by the Northwich Business Improvement District (BID), Northwich Rotary Club, Vale Royal Rotary Club, Northwich Town Council and Cheshire Community Foundation.
Head to the Visit Northwich website to read the full article.
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Tickets now available for FireFest 2019
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Tickets are now available for Northwich FireFest 2019 which comes to Verdin Park on Saturday 2nd November.
It will run from 5:30pm-9:30pm with event organisers Northwich Rotary Club and Northwich Roundtable aiming to make it the biggest and best event yet.
There will be stalls selling delicious treats, toys for the kids and some amazing fireworks which are guaranteed to keep the crowds captivated.
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The itinerary is as follows:
- Gates open at 5:30pm
- Great Bonfire is lit at 6:30pm
- Fireworks released at 7:15pm
Tickets for the event can be purchased on the official event website now and are cheaper than paying on the gate. Click on the link below for more.
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Autumn is well and truly here now and there are lots of things to do in the Northwich area over the next few weeks to fill your days and nights!
The Visit Northwich website features its very own ‘Inspire Me’ section which is packed with information regarding activities that you can enjoy with family and friends throughout October and November.
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This includes ideas for autumn walks, firework displays to watch, shows to see, heritage sites to visit and much more!
A Halloween blog will be published shortly too featuring spooky events and information on the best places to buy costumes, tricks and treats.
Visit the section now and get inspired today!
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Still time to apply to the Northwich Krazy Races
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As you are probably aware, Northwich is going to get a little bit wackier next year when Krazy Races comes to town on Sunday 14th June!
Applications have been open for a couple of weeks with people sending in their weird and wonderful designs, and you’ve still got time to get your entry in.
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Thousands of spectators are expected to watch the unique designs fly down Castle Street tackling the track of over 350m which will feature chicanes, obstacles, water and more.
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There will be prizes too across a number of different categories including showmanship, innovation and best dressed so even if you’re not the fastest you could still gain recognition!
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Please can you make sure that this E-Bulletin is forwarded on to all your members of staff, we'd like as many people as possible to learn about the great events, initiatives and businesses that are in our fantastic town.
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