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GOOSFEST ARTS AND MUSIC FESTIVAL
Goosfest will feature a range of music, comedy, arts, poetry, dance between 7th - 16th October ....
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SUPPORT OUR FRIENDS AT REDDISH SOUTH
Our Friends at Reddish South have an online e-petition which they are seeking your support ....
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PLAYDAY 2011 AT HANDFORTH
Come along and meet local community groups in Meriton Road Park ....
CHARITY FUNDRAISING DAY AT STOCKPORT STATION
Come along and support CLIC Sargent - the children and young people’s cancer charity ....
HIGH SPEED TRAIN 2 MEETING
There will be a meeting at Goostrey Village Hall to discuss the High Speed Train 2 Project starting at 8pm ....
STOCKPORT BEER AND CIDER FESTIVAL
Visit the 25th Stockport Beer and Cider Festival from 2nd - 4th June. It is less than 10 minutes walk from the station .....
BUXTON TO MATLOCK RAIL AND TRAIL
Come to the Citizen's Inquiry at the Railway Hotel, Buxton at 7pm ....
LOCO-HAULED EXCURSION TO DARLINGTON AND NEWCASTLE
Book now for the 'North Eastern Express' local-hauled train from Stockport to Darlington, Durham and Newcastle ....
CLUB 55 PROMOTION IS BACK
Travel anywhere with Arriva Trains Wales on their network for £15 return ....
FIRST TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS - 25% JANUARY SALE
First Transpennine Express, who run services between Manchester Airport and a range of destinations including Sheffield, Leeds, Preston, Glasgow and Edinburgh, are offering 25% off the cost of an advance ticket in their January promotion.
First Transpennine Express - January sale
SAVE 30% ON ADVANCED TICKETS WITH LONDON MIDLAND
London Midland, who run trains between Crewe and Liverpool, Birmingham and London Euston via the Trent Valley, are offering 30% off their advance tickets during their January sale. Visit London Midland's dedicated webpage for further information.
London Midland fare promotion details
STRIKE ON NORTHERN RAIL SERVICES ANNOUNCED FOR 27TH AND 28TH DECEMBER
Due to RMT industrial action, strikes will be affecting Northern Rail services on Monday 27th and Tuesday 28th December.
Northern Rail strike webpage
CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR TRAIN AND BUS TRAVEL INFORMATION
Click on the link below for GMPTE's summary of bus and train services over the Christmas and New Year period.
GMPTE Christmas and New Year info
ENGINEERING WORKS AFFECTING LATE EVENING JOURNEYS IN DECEMBER
Due to engineering works, some late evening services will be replaced by bus during Monday 20th - Wednesday 23rd December. For further details visit the Northern Rail website.
Northern Rail engineering works info
ICE-SKATING IN MANCHESTER
Soak up the festive atmosphere in Manchester, by paying a visit to the Ice Rink at Spinningfields, which will be open until 3rd January 2011.
Spinningfields Ice Rink
MANCHESTER CHRISTMAS MARKETS
Experience the special atmosphere of Manchester's continental markets taking place in a number of locations throughout the city centre until Wednesday 22nd December.
Manchester Christmas Markets information
WORK BEGINS ON STEP-FREE ACCESS AT CHEADLE HULME STATION
Work has begun to provide step-free access at Cheadle Hulme station .....
MEDIEVAL FAIR - STOCKPORT MARKET - 23RD AND 24TH OCTOBER
To celebrate the 750th anniversary of Stockport's market, there will be a feast of celebrations during Saturday 23rd October and Sunday 24th October...
Stockport Market 750th anniversary details
MANCHESTER SCIENCE FESTIVAL 23RD-31ST OCTOBER
Manchester Science Festival takes place from 23rd-31st October and will feature a range of exhibitions, events, and hands-on activities suitable for all ages, taking place at venues across Manchester including the Museum of Science and Industry, Manchester Museum, the University and many other venues.
Manchester Science Festival website
TRAVEL ANYWHERE ON LONDON MIDLAND NETWORK FOR JUST £10
London Midland, who run services from Crewe to Liverpool, Birmingham and London Euston via the Trent Valley, are offering a 'Great Escape' promotion between 23rd and 31st October, enabling passengers unlimited travel for one day on the network for just £10.
London Midland Great Escape offer
GOOSTREY FESTIVAL: 8TH - 17TH OCTOBER 2010
The Goostrey Festival, known as 'Goosfest', takes place from 8th-17th October, featuring a range of music, comedy, photography, arts and other events in Goostrey.
Goostrey Festival website
NANTWICH FOOD AND DRINK FESTIVAL 24TH - 26TH SEPTEMBER
The Nantwich Annual Food and Drink Festival takes place on Friday 24th-Sunday 26th September this year. Nantwich is easily accessible from the Crewe-Manchester line, just one stop away from Crewe.
Nantwich Food and Drink Festival website
HERITAGE OPEN DAYS 10TH - 12TH SEPTEMBER - FREE ENTRANCE TO LOCAL VISITOR ATTRACTIONS
A number of local visitor attractions which can be accessed from the Crewe-Manchester line will be offering free admission as part of the national Heritage Open Days initiative from Friday 10th - Sunday 12th September.
There will also be tours of private buildings which are normally closed to the public.
Heritage Open Days website
VISIT BRAMALL HALL, STAIRCASE HOUSE, AND AIR RAID SHELTERS FOR FREE ON SATURDAY 4TH SEPTEMBER!
On Saturday September 4th, it will be possible to visit Bramall Hall, Staircase House and Stockport Air Raid Shelters for free! There will also be free tours available to Stockport's Hat Works Museum. For further information go to the Visit Stockport website
Stockport visitor attractions for free
STOCKPORT HISTORIC MARKET 750TH ANNIVERSARY WEEKEND
To celebrate the 750th anniversary of Stockport's market, there will be a programme of events at the town's market place on Saturday 4th September...
Stockport Market 750th anniversary celebrations
HOLMES CHAPEL STATION GARDEN PROJECT UPDATE
The recently formed Holmes Chapel Station Volunteer Group have worked hard over the summer to transform the appearance of Holmes Chapel station....
CLUB 55 - RETURN TICKETS FOR JUST £15 WITH ARRIVA TRAINS WALES
Arriva Trains Wales are running the 'Club 55' promotion, enabling passengers aged 55 or over to travel anywhere on the Arriva Trains network for just £15 return. Arriva Trains Wales provide regular direct and connecting services from the Crewe-Manchester line to a range of destinations including Shrewsbury, Hereford, Abergavenny, Cardiff and Llandudno.
Arriva Trains Wales - Club 55 offer
CREWE HERITAGE CENTRE - RAIL ALE FESTIVAL 28TH - 30TH AUGUST
Crewe Heritage Centre will be playing host to a rail ale festival event over the Bank Holiday weekend...
Crewe Heritage Centre website
CUMBRIAN MOUNTAIN EXPRESS STEAM TRAIN - SATURDAY 28TH AUGUST
The Cumbrian Mountain Express steam train will be running on Saturday 28th August, stopping at Crewe, Wilmslow, Stockport and Manchester Victoria, to take passengers on the scenic Settle-Carlisle line.
Cumbrian Mountain Express steam train details
MERITON PARK FUN DAY, HANDFORTH - THURSDAY 5TH AUGUST
The annual Meriton Park fun day will be taking place on Thursday 5th August, 2pm-4pm at the park which is on Meriton Road, Handforth. The Friends of Handforth Station will be holding a stall and there will be a chance to win free rail tickets.
CLASSIC CAR AND MOTORCYCLE SHOW, STOCKPORT MARKETPLACE, 1ST AUGUST
On Sunday 1st August from 11am to 4pm, Stockport's historic marketplace plays host to a classic car and motorcycle show feature over 50 vintage vehicles. For more information ring 0161 474 4444 or go to the Visit Stockport events webpage.
SAVE 50% ON COST OF OFF-PEAK FARE WITH LONDON MIDLAND
London Midland, who run services from Crewe to Liverpool, Birmingham and London, are running a promotion until early September enabling the purchase of off-peak fares for 50% less than the usual price.
London Midland promotion - further details
ENGINEERING WORKS AFFECTING SOME LATE EVENING JOURNEYS IN AUGUST AND SEPTEMBER
Engineering works will be in operation during August and September, with rail replacement buses in operation on some late evening weekday services. For further details visit the Northern Rail website.
Northern Rail website - engineering works info
MANCHESTER JAZZ FESTIVAL 23RD - 31ST JULY
Manchester Jazz festival, featuring an eclectic range of performers in several venues across the city, takes place this year from 23rd to 31st July.
Manchester Jazz Festival
'SCARBOROUGH FLYER' STEAM TRAIN FROM CREWE, WILMSLOW AND STOCKPORT TO YORK AND SCARBOROUGH
Every Friday from 23rd July to 10th September inclusive, the 'Scarborough Flyer' Steam Train operated by the Railway Touring Company, will run from Crewe, Wilmslow and Stockport to York and Scarborough.
Railway Touring Company website
DAYS OUT FROM THE CREWE-MANCHESTER LINE
Read on for several ideas on days out from the Crewe-Manchester line during the school summer holidays...
NEW CYCLE PARKING FACILITIES FOR WILMSLOW AND GOOSTREY
Wilmslow and Goostrey stations are benefiting from the provision of new cycle parking facilities.
STOCKPORT BEER AND CIDER FESTIVAL 3RD-5TH JUNE
Stockport Beer and Cider Festival will take place 3rd-5th June, at Edgeley Park, a 10 minute walk from Stockport station. The event will feature live music, food and a large number of real ales and quality ciders. For further information visit this website.
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29TH MAY - 13TH JUNE - CHILDREN GO FREE AT AIR RAID SHELTERS, STAIRCASE HOUSE AND BRAMALL HALL
Take advantage of this excellent offer until 13th June, enabling up to 3 children free entrance to the Air Raid Shelters and Staircase House in Stockport and Bramall Hall near Cheadle Hulme when accompanied by one paying adult.
Special offer details
VISIT OXFORD AND BATH ON THE GREAT WESTERN EXPRESS
The Great Western Express rail excursion on Saturday 8th May will offer a memorable day out to Oxford, Bath and Bristol.
Booking website - Great Western Express
SCENIC BRITAIN BY TRAIN: LATEST EDITION NOW AVAILABLE TO DOWNLOAD
The 2010 edition of Scenic Britain by Train is now available ....
FREE TWO MONTH FAMILY AND FRIENDS RAILCARD!
To apply for a free two month Family and Friends Railcard click on this link.
Family and Friends railcard offer - Daily Mail
ENGINEERING WORKS AFFECTING SOME LATE EVENING WEEKDAY JOURNEYS IN MAY
Due to planned engineering works, some late evening weekday journeys will not run, with a rail replacement bus in operation. For further information visit the Northern Rail website.
Northern Rail website - engineering works
HOLMES CHAPEL VILLAGE FAIR SUNDAY 2ND MAY 12PM - 5PM
Take a visit to Holmes Chapel Village Fair on Sunday 2nd May for the chance to win train tickets plus plenty of free goodies to take away...
NEW TIMETABLE FOR MAY-DECEMBER 2010 NOW AVAILABLE
The new Crewe-Manchester timetable for May-December 2010 is now available to download from the Northern Rail website.
Northern Rail website - timetable 18
SANDBACH TRANSPORT FESTIVAL: 17TH - 18TH APRIL 2010
Sandbach Transport Festival, featuring carnival, vintage cars and buses, live music, town criers and fairground rides, will take place on Saturday 17th April and Sunday 18th April. For further details on the event, visit the festival website.
Sandbach Transport Festival
NANTWICH JAZZ AND BLUES FESTIVAL 1ST - 4TH APRIL 2010
The annual Nantwich Jazz and Blues Festival is back, featuring a superb array of talented artists over the Easter weekend. Nantwich is easily accessible from the Crewe-Manchester line, just 1 stop away from Crewe, with regular direct services to Manchester, courtesy of Arriva Trains Wales. For further details visit the Nantwich Jazz and Blues Festival website.
Nantwich Jazz and Blues Festival website
RAIL STRIKE CALLED OFF
The rail strike which had been announced for 6th-9th April has been called off, and it is now anticipated that a normal service will run on those days. For further information visit the National Rail website.
FIVE IDEAS FOR EASTER DAYS OUT
Read on for five ideas for family days out from the Crewe-Manchester line over the Easter holidays...
MANCHESTER RAIL HUB STUDY PUBLISHED
The Manchester Rail Hub Study has now been published by Network Rail ....
ENJOY A DAY’S UNLIMITED TRAVEL ON LONDON MIDLAND TRAINS FROM JUST £10
London Midland trains are offering the opportunity for a day’s unlimited travel from just £10 between the dates of 13 - 21 February 2010.
Further information
HANDFORTH STATION RECEIVES ROYAL APPROVAL
Award winning Handforth Station has recently been visited by Prince Charles who cast his eye over the recently crowned Cheshire Best Kept Station.
Mike Bishop from the Friends of Handforth station was among a select group to welcome the Prince to the station.
SAVE 25% OFF ADVANCE TICKETS WITH FIRST TRANS PENNINE EXPRESS
You can save 25% off advance tickets in First Trans Pennine Express's January Sale. Tickets for journeys up to and including 31st March can be bought.
TICKET PRICES FROZEN FOR STATIONS ON THE CREWE-MANCHESTER LINE
The Rail Partnership is happy to announce that the cost of return tickets for stations along the line has been frozen in the recent ticket pricing amendments. There has also been a small decrease in the price of some season tickets compared to last year which will encourage passengers to continue using the service during the harsh economic climate.
FRIDAY 8TH JANUARY: CREWE-MANCHESTER SERVICE UPDATE
Please read the update below regarding service cancellations due to the adverse weather...
FREE TOWN CENTRE SHUTTLE BUS FOR STOCKPORT
Shopping in Stockport is now that bit easier, thanks to the free Metroshuttle bus .....
STOCKPORT ALE TRAIL GUIDE PUBLISHED
Stockport Ale Trail Guide has been published, highlighting a number of cosy and atmospheric traditional pubs within walking distance of the train station...
Stockport Ale Trail Guide
LOCAL SCHOOLS ENJOY FREE TRAIN TRAVEL
Local schools have been benefiting from a Community Rail Partnership initiative which provides free train travel for school day trips.
TRAVEL INFO FOR CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR PERIOD
Read on for Christmas and New Year public transport information for the Greater Manchester area...
GMPTE Christmas and New Year Travel Info leaflet
TRAVEL ACROSS THE LONDON MIDLAND NETWORK FOR £10
From 27th December 2009 to 3rd January 2010, you can travel right across the London Midland network for one day for just £10. London Midland operates services from Crewe to London, Liverpool, Birmingham and many other destinations.
FORTHCOMING FOLK TRAINS
Whilst the Goostrey Folk Trains are taking a break over the winter, there are still a number of other Folk Trains taking place in the area over the winter months...
STOCKPORT CHRISTMAS MARKETS
Stockport Christmas Markets, taking place in the recently restored historic market place, offer the perfect opportunity for your Christmas shopping needs, whether for that special gift or a sumptous Christmas feast...
CHRISTMAS STREET THEATRE AND ANIMATION IN STOCKPORT
Visit Stockport's market place and old historic Underbanks quarter for a feast of season animation, featuring tap dancing turkeys, performing plum puddings, gaudy pantomime dames, Dickensian pickpockets, Santa's amazing balloon trick, carol singing, Christmas crackers and a Rudolph with a difference!
ENGINEERING WORKS SUNDAY 27TH AND MONDAY 28TH DECEMBER
Due to construction of a bridge for the Alderley Edge bypass, buses will be replacing trains between Crewe and Wilmslow on Sunday 27th and Monday 28th December.
National Rail website - engineering works informat
STOCKPORT VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS MARKET
Come to Stockport's newly restored historic Market Halls and Market Place for the Victorian Market taking place on Sunday 28th November...
Stockport Christmas events
VIEW THE NEW TIMETABLE FOR CREWE-MANCHESTER LINE
The new timetable for the Crewe-Manchester line, which comes into effect on 13th December 2009, is now available to view on the Northern Rail website. The timetable should also now be available from staffed stations.
Link to new timetable - Northern Rail website
Experience the special atmosphere of Manchester's Christmas Markets, starting from November 18th this year held in seven locations in the City Centre...
CREWE AND STOCKPORT IN LINE FOR IMPROVEMENTS
Crewe and Stockport have been named amongst a list of 10 priority train stations by Transport Secretary Lord Adonis which will see significant improvements.
BBC article
NETWORK RAIL STATION SURVEY
Fill in the Network Rail Station survey for the chance to win an annual season ticket or £2,000....
Network Rail station survey link.
MANCHESTER CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SWITCH ON
Albert Square in Manchester will see a host of musical entertainment from 7pm-8pm on Thursday 12th November for the Christmas light switch on...
Manchester City Council Christmas Events page
ICE RINK COMES TO MANCHESTER FROM 12TH NOVEMBER TO 3RD JANUARY
The annual Manchester ice-rink is back! The ice-rink will be at Spinningfields, which can be accessed from Manchester Piccadilly station by free Metroshuttle bus service 3 (purple).
Spinningfields ice rink website
CCTV AND PASSENGER HELP POINTS AT CHEADLE HULME
Passengers at Cheadle Hulme are benefiting from improved safety and provision of information, thanks to the installation of passenger help points and CCTV at the station.
TWO FREE DAYS TRAVEL ON MANCHESTER METROLINK
GMITA has announced two free days of travel .....
CCTV AND PASSENGER HELP POINTS FOR CHEADLE HULME
Passengers at Cheadle Hulme are now benefiting from improved security and provision of information thanks to the installation of CCTV and passenger help points at the station.
LIVE MUSIC TRAIN TO GOOSTREY: THURSDAY 29TH OCTOBER
On Thursday 29th October, the ‘Hatstand Medicine Band’ will be playing on the 19:04 train from Manchester to Goostrey as part of Levenshulme festival.The 'Hatstand Medicine Band' perform their popular old-time Blues, rags and reels, featuring original material, which is popular with all age groups and an exciting night of music and joviality can be guaranteed.
5 IDEAS FOR DAYS OUT IN OCTOBER HALF TERM
Read on for five ideas for days out in the October school half-term...
AWARD FOR HOLMES CHAPEL IN THE 'OUTSTANDING STAFF' CATEGORY AT THE ACORP AWARDS.
The Community Rail Partnership is happy to announce that Graham Blake has been awarded third place in the category of 'outstanding staff contribution' at the recent Association of Community Rail Partnerships awards dinner hosted in Carlisle.
Graham has worked diligently over the past years to create a pleasant and welcoming atmosphere for passengers to enjoy. This award recognises the effort that Graham has put into Holmes Chapel station and he can be assured of the Community Rail Partnerships continued support.
LIVE MUSIC TRAIN TO GOOSTREY: THURSDAY 10TH SEPTEMBER
On Thursday 10th September, the 'Last Call' will be performing Traditional Folk music on the 19:04 train from Manchester Piccadilly to Goostrey.
Keith Smith and Richard Bateman are ‘Last Call.’ Both have played in a number of electric blues bands over the years, but they love to return to the acoustic folk blues roots as often as they can. Ric blows a mean blues harp, which perfectly complements Keith’s impassioned vocals and wild dobro bottleneck guitar.
SAVE MONEY ON THE COST OF A FAMILY AND FRIENDS RAILCARD
Buy a Family and Friends Railcard for £19.50 instead of the usual £26 by registering at this dedicated website.
MAPS TO LOCAL ATTRACTIONS NOW AVAILABLE ON THIS WEBSITE
Maps highlighting walking routes from stations on the line to local attractions are now available .....
CCTV INSTALLED AT ALDERLEY EDGE STATION
Passengers at Alderley Edge are benefiting from enhanced security at the station thanks to the installation of CCTV cameras.
FEASIBILITY REPORT ON NEW STATION FOR MIDDLEWICH PUBLISHED
A feasibility report on the potential re-introduction of passenger services on the Sandbach-Northwich line, including building a station at Middlewich has been published.
Feasibility report on Sandbach-Northwich services
LIVE MUSIC TRAIN TO GOOSTREY: THURSDAY 16TH JULY
On Thursday 16th July, the 'Cowboy Outfit' will be performing Traditional Folk music on the 19:04 train from Manchester Piccadilly to Goostrey.
MID CHESHIRE COMMUNITY RAIL OFFICER VACANCY
The Mid Cheshire Community Rail Partnership is seeking a new Community Rail Officer ....
CREWE-MANCHESTER LINE-GUIDE NOW AVAILABLE
The Crewe-Manchester line-guide, featuring a range of exciting offers and ideas for days out from the line is now available to download here. The line-guide is also now available from train stations, tourist information offices, libraries and other outlets in the area.
LIVE MUSIC TRAIN TO GOOSTREY: THURSDAY 18TH JUNE
On Thursday 18th June, 'Espionage' will be performing Bluegrass, Country and Old Time Folk music on the 19:04 train from Manchester Piccadilly to Goostrey.
NEW DISCOUNT OFFERS AT STOCKPORT ATTRACTIONS NOW AVAILABLE FOR TRAIN TICKET HOLDERS
Visitors with a valid ticket can now save money when visiting Stockport visitor attractions. £1 off the price of admission is available upon production of a valid train ticket when visiting the Air Raid Shelters and Staircase House - both a short walk from Stockport train station, and Bramall Hall, which is just over a mile away from both Cheadle Hulme and Bramhall train stations.
VOLUME - LIVE MUSIC FESTIVAL CREWE 21ST-25TH MAY
Crewe will be hosting the Volume live music festival featuring exciting up-and-coming bands in a variety of venues. Visit the Volume festival website for further details.
LIVE MUSIC TRAIN TO GOOSTREY: THURSDAY 14TH MAY
On Thursday 14th May, the 'Cross Keys Folk Club' will be performing Traditional and Contemporary Folk music on the 19:04 train from Manchester Piccadilly to Goostrey.
NEW DISCOUNT FOR RAIL TRAVELLERS VISITING QUARRY BANK MILL LAUNCHED
Visitors to Quarry Bank Mill at Styal who travel by train can now benefit from an excellent new offer, which provides for free admission to the Apprentice House or Secret Garden (subject to availability) upon purchase of a main admission ticket.
CCTV INSTALLED AT SANDBACH RAIL STATION
The Community Rail Partnership can announce that CCTV installation has been completed at Sandbach Rail Station. The cameras will provide increased security for the station and the passengers using the Crewe to Manchester line.
SANDBACH TRANSPORT FESTIVAL - 18TH - 19TH APRIL
Sandbach Transport Festival, featuring steam rally, carnival, town criers and a host of other free attractions will take place in Sandbach on Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th April. Visit the festival's website for further details.
NEW EDITION OF SCENIC BRITAIN BY TRAIN NOW AVAILABLE
The new addition of Scenic Britain by Train is now available to download here or a hard copy can be posted by ringing 01484 847790
'COMBINED ENTRY TICKET' INTRODUCED FOR HERITAGE ATTRACTIONS IN STOCKPORT
You can now buy a ‘Combined Entry Ticket’ for Stockport attractions so you can visit more attractions, for less! In a bid to combat the financial squeeze, visitors can now visit Staircase House, and the Air Raid Shelters in Stockport plus Bramall Hall, near Cheadle Hulme for as little as £10 for adults and £5 for concessions and children. The recently launched combined ticket is available to buy at each of the three attractions.
Staircase House and the Air Raid Shelters are easily accessible from Stockport train station. Bramall Hall is situated just over a mile away from Cheadle Hulme station.
WILMSLOW RAIL PROMOTION DAY: SATURDAY 7TH MARCH
Wilmslow Rail Promotion Day will take place at Sainsburys car-park next to the library in Wilmslow Town Centre from 10am-3pm on 7th March.
LIVE MUSIC TRAIN TO GOOSTREY: THURSDAY 19TH FEBRUARY
On Thursday 19th February, Class 49 will be playing Blues and Bluegrass music on the 19:04 departure from Manchester Piccadilly to Goostrey.
CREWE-MANCHESTER LINE PASSENGER SURVEY RESULTS NOW AVAILABLE
The Crewe-Manchester line passenger survey, undertaken by Passenger Focus and the Rail Partnership, is now available. The report summary can be viewed at the link below.
Report summary
CHELFORD STATION WINS AWARD IN CHESHIRE BEST KEPT STATION COMPETITION
Chelford Station wins the 'Cheshire Best Kept Station' award at the 2008 Cheshire Best Kept Station Competition.
HOLMES CHAPEL STATION WINS AWARD IN CHESHIRE BEST KEPT STATION COMPETITION
Holmes Chapel Station wins the 'Best Staffed Station' award at the 2008 Cheshire Best Kept Station Competition.
WILMSLOW STATION WINS AWARD IN CHESHIRE BEST KEPT STATION COMPETITION
Wilmslow Station wins the 'Roberts Bakery Award' for best newcomer to the competition at the 2008 Cheshire Best Kept Station Competition.
WILMSLOW IS ONE OF CHESHIRE'S BEST KEPT STATIONS
Wilmslow Railway Station has won an Award as one of Cheshire's Best Kept Stations ....
HOLMES CHAPEL IS CHESHIRE'S BEST STAFFED STATION
Holmes Chapel Railway Station has won an Award as one of Cheshire's Best Kept Stations ....
CHELFORD IS CHESHIRE'S BEST KEPT STATION 2008
Chelford Railway Station, has been declared Cheshire's Best Kept Station ....
CREWE CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SWITCH-ON
Crewe Christmas lights will be switched on from 5pm-6:30pm on Thursday 27th November. Why not pay a visit and enjoy the entertainment including live music, lantern parade and Father Christmas himself.
Forthcoming events in Crewe
CHELFORD PRIMARY SCHOOL ENJOYS FREE TRAIN TRIP TO MANCHESTER
On 13th November pupils and staff from Chelford Primary School enjoyed a day trip to the Museum of Science and Industry in Manchester. Free train tickets were provided by the Crewe to Manchester Community Rail Partnership in order to promote rail travel as an efficient travel option for school trips.
FREE FAMILY & FRIENDS RAILCARD FOR TWO MONTHS
The Daily Mail, up to 27th May, are offering a Family and Friends Railcard for free for two months ....
NANTWICH FOOD AND DRINK FESTIVAL: FRIDAY 25TH - SUNDAY 27TH SEPTEMBER
Nantwich Food and Drink Festival is one of the top food and drink events in the country, featuring gourmet food from top local producers, a CAMRA beer festival and cookery classes. Nantwich is easily accessible from the Crewe-Manchester line, just one stop away from Crewe.
HERITAGE OPEN DAYS: VISIT LOCAL ATTRACTIONS 10TH-13TH SEPTEMBER FOR FREE!
Local attractions, including the Air Raid Shelters and Staircase House in Stockport, and Quarry Bank Mill at Styal, will be available free of charge as part of the Heritage Open Days initiative. Further details are available on the Heritage Open Days website.
GOOSTREY FESTIVAL 9TH - 17TH OCTOBER 2009
The Goostrey Festival, nicknamed 'Goosfest' will take place from 9th - 17th October, featuring a varied range of cultural events, including music, comedy, poetry, art and dance. For further details on the events and how to book tickets visit the Goosfest website.
STEAM TOURS FROM CREWE, WILMSLOW AND STOCKPORT TO SCARBOROUGH IN AUGUST
Every Friday in August, The Railway Touring Company will be running steam excursions, from Crewe, Wilmslow and Stockport up to York and Scarborough.
SCHOOL SUMMER HOLIDAYS: HELP STOP CHILDREN TRESPASSING ON THE RAILWAYS (FREE RESOURCES AVAILABLE)
Trespassing on the railways remains a serious problem, particularly over the school summer holidays. Network Rail, British Transport Police and Northern Rail have all worked hard to try to steer children away from trespassing on the railways through a number of initiatives.
Rail safety website
DAYS OUT FROM THE CREWE-MANCHESTER LINE IN THE SUMMER HOLIDAYS
Read below for suggestions on 8 days out from the Crewe-Manchester line in the summer holidays. Remember that substantial savings on rail fares can be made with a Family and Friends Railcard - see http://www.railcard.co.uk.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON TIMETABLE CHANGES FROM 13TH JULY
Due to lack of availability of electric trains there will be some amended services from Monday 13th July on the line. Full details of the amended times are available here.
SAVE 30% ON A FAMILY AND FRIENDS RAILCARD
Buy a Family and Friends Railcard for £18.20 instead of the usual price of £26 by clicking on this link. The offer is open until the end of August and you will need to enter the following promotional code: Morris10.
NEW VISITOR ATTRACTIONS GUIDE FOR CREWE-MANCHESTER LINE
A new visitor attractions guide for the line, produced by Northern Rail in conjunction with the Community Rail Partnership, will be published in July. The guide will feature a number of discounts, including Quarry Bank Mill, Stockport Air Raid Shelters, Bramall Hall and Crewe Rail Heritage Centre.
The guide will shortly be available, free of charge, from staffed train stations and tourist information centres. Alternatively, you can order a copy in advance by contacting the Rail Partnership via the Contact Us button at the top of this page.
METROLINK ENGINEERING WORKS IN MANCHESTER
Due to essential maintenance work on the Manchester Metrolink, replacement buses will be running in Manchester City Centre between St Peters Square, and Piccadilly and Victoria stations. For more details visit the Metrolink website.
STYAL 100: RAIL CENTENARY FUN DAY CELEBRATED AT QUARRY BANK MILL ON 17TH MAY
The Centenary of the line through Styal was celebrated at Quarry Bank Mill on Sunday 17th May. This free event featured a host of fun Victorian-themed childrens activities, model rail displays, heritage exhibition, guided walks and chances to win free rail tickets. The event was used to launch a new service on Sundays calling at Styal every two hours, and a new offer for rail ticket holders visiting Quarry Bank Mill who can now visit the Apprentice House or Secret Garden for free upon purchase of a main admission ticket.
EXTRA SERVICE TO BIRMINGHAM REINSTATED AT STOCKPORT
From Monday May 18th, Stockport will once again have 2 direct services an hour to Birmingham, provided by Arriva Cross Country Trains. This will help many passengers in the South Manchester area who can change trains more conveniently at Stockport than Manchester.
NANTWICH JAZZ AND BLUES FESTIVAL: THURSDAY 9TH - MONDAY 13TH APRIL
Nantwich Jazz and Blues Festival, featuring a host of exciting, diverse acts, takes place from 9th-13th April. Nantwich is easily accessible by train, just one stop away from Crewe. Click on the link below for details of the event.
2 FOR 1 TRAIN TICKET OFFER
A 2 for the price of 1 train ticket offer is now available with the Sun newspaper. The offer involves the collection of tokens from the paper from Monday 2nd February - Saturday 7th February.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR GOOSTREY AND CHELFORD PASSENGERS
Unfortunately there have been cancellations with the main peak morning service from Goostrey and Chelford, the service scheduled to call at Goostrey at 07:45 and Chelford at 07:51. At present, in the case of cancellation, Northern are getting the following through service to call at Goostrey at 08:09 and Chelford at 08:13. Please check for confirmation this is running by ringing 08457 48 49 50 or 0871 200 49 50.
TRAVEL FROM MANCHESTER TO EDINBURGH AND GLASGOW FROM JUST £7.50 SINGLE FARE.
Save 25% off the usual lowest advance fare price on Trans Pennine Express journeys, by booking via the link below. Tickets from Manchester to Glasgow and Edinburgh from as low as £7.50 single, Manchester to Leeds £3.75 single, and Manchester to Sheffield £3 single, with a number of other bargain fares available. Tickets for this offer must be purchased by 31st January at the latest.
First Trans Pennine Express offer
INFORMATION FOR SANDBACH AND HOLMES CHAPEL PASSENGERS GETTING TO MANCHESTER AND MANCHESTER AIRPORT
Read on for useful information on getting to Manchester and Manchester Airport from Sandbach and Holmes Chapel.
MANCHESTER CHRISTMAS MARKETS 18TH NOVEMBER - 22ND DECEMBER
Soak up the festive atmosphere by visiting Manchesters Christmas markets. With a distinctly continental feel, the markets, held in traditional chalets, offer a variety of gift ideas and season produce across Europe.
TRAVEL SURVEY - FREE RAIL TICKETS TO BE WON - SURVEY DEADLINE 1ST DECEMBER
A survey of both rail and non rail-users who live and work in the area served by the Crewe-Manchester via Wilmslow line is being carried out by the Rail Partnership and Passenger Focus. As an extra incentive, a prize draw will be held for the chance to win 5 free rail tickets, courtesy of Northern Rail. To fill in the on-line survey please click on the link below. The deadline for the survey is 1st December.
DOWNLOAD FREE CREWE AND NANTWICH ATTRACTION GUIDE
The Explore and Enjoy guide, featuring a range of attractions in Crewe and Nantwich, is available to download from the link below.
Explore and enjoy leaflet Crewe and Nantwich
HIGH SHERIFF OF CHESHIRE PAYS VISIT TO HOLMES CHAPEL STATION
On Sunday 19th October, the High Sheriff of Cheshire paid a visit to Holmes Chapel Station to oversee the latest bulb-planting being carried out by Holmes Chapel Scouts. Holmes Chapel is the latest station on the line to have been brightened up with flowers. Both platforms, and the car-park, have benefited from flower tubs, which have added a touch of colour to the station. Additional bulb-planting has been carried out adjacent to the ticket office.
TRAIN RUNNING INFORMATION HOTLINE FOR NORTHERN RAIL SERVICES
Freephone number 0800 528 0200 provides access to train running information from Northern Rail's control centre at Manchester Piccadilly.
TIMETABLE CHANGES FROM 14TH DECEMBER
As a result of the additional Manchester-London service each hour via Wilmslow and Crewe, the timetable for services along the Crewe-Manchester line will change significantly from 14th December 2008.
Click here for information on the new timetable
NEW PLANTERS FOR CHELFORD STATION
The transformation of Chelford station continues. Colourful flowers are now in place in the planters on the Crewe-bound platform.
CARRYING CYCLES ON TRAINS
Click on the link below for details of provision for cycles on trains for all UK train operators. The local operator on the Crewe-Manchester line Northern Rail, offers free carriage of cycles (subject to availability of space) without the need for a reservation.
Information on carrying bicycles on trains
VISIT REAL ALE PUBS FROM THE CREWE-MANCHESTER LINE
The Crewe-Manchester line has been featured in CAMRA's 'Out Inn Cheshire' guide to real ale pubs in the area. A number of fine real ale pubs can easily be accessed from the line. The article can be viewed by clicking on the link below.
Out Inn Cheshire - issue 39
NEW CYCLE STANDS FOR WILMSLOW AND ALDERLEY EDGE
Wilmslow and Alderley Edge stations are now benefiting from new cycle parking facilities.
CCTV FOR ALDERLEY EDGE STATION
Passengers are set to benefit from enhanced security at Alderley Edge thanks to the provision of CCTV.
GOOSTREY FOLK TRAIN FEATURED ON MANCHESTER'S CHANNEL M
July's Folk Train to Goostrey, featuring Tom Kitching, Paul Sullivan and friends, was filmed for Channel M's City Life programme. To see the clip please click on the link below.
Channel M - City Life programme
SANDBACH STATION FLOWER TUBS UNVEILED
Sandbach Station has been brightened up with new flower tubs placed at the station. The flowers, which were funded by the Sandbach Partnership were unveiled on Monday 9th June with help from the Sandbach Brownies.
CREWE STATION GARDEN UNVEILED
Work to transform part of Platform 5 at Crewe rail station into an oasis of calm has been finally completed.
Press release from Virgin trains
RAIL PARTNERSHIP PROGRESS REPORT PUBLISHED
The Crewe-Manchester Community Rail Partnership has published a progress report for the first year of the Partnership. Please click on the link below to see the report.
WORK BEGINS ON NEW STATION GARDEN AT GOOSTREY
Goostrey station has been brightened by a new station garden planted by local Guides, Scouts and volunteers, and provided by local garden centre Hassall's.
TRAVELLING BY TRAIN: FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Travelling by train can sometimes be a little daunting ....
PETITION TO SAVE JODRELL BANK FROM CLOSURE
Jodrell Bank, a familiar landmark to passengers on the Crewe-Manchester line, faces an uncertain future as a result of proposals to end public funding for the e-Merlin project, which links seven radio telescopes around Britain.
Petition to save Jodrell Bank
NEW MAGICAL GARDEN OPENED AT QUARRY BANK MILL
The new 'Magical Garden' at Quarry Bank Mill has been opened. Volunteers have recreated the 18th century design which has lay untouched until November of 2007.
Click here for details
FLORAL BOOST FOR WILMSLOW STATION
Rail travel will now be a much more floral experience ....
Read more
WEBSITE FOR STYAL STATION
A website has been set up for Styal Station, which aims to raise the profile of the station and campaign for improved services.
Styal station
HANDFORTH WINS AWARD IN CHESHIRE BEST KEPT STATION COMPETITION
Handforth station has won an award in the 2007 Cheshire Best Kept Station Competition.
CHELFORD WINS AWARD IN BEST KEPT STATION COMPETITION
Chelford has won the tidiest station award in the Cheshire Best Kept Stations competition.
HANDFORTH JOINS GREATER MANCHESTER BIKE LOCKER USER CLUB SCHEME
The lockers at Handforth station are now part of the Greater Manchester Bike Locker User Club (BLUC) scheme.
Click for more details
WORK BEGINS ON CHELFORD STATION
Work has begun on tidying up the station verges, in preparation for Cheshire Year of Gardens 2008.
HOLMES CHAPEL STATION BOOK CLUB FEATURED IN NATIONAL PRESS!
Read about what Times has to say about Northern's Graham Blake
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THE LINCOLNSHIRE POACHER5th May 2012
The 2012 MCRUA railtour has been announced and will travel to Lincoln, Wainfleet and Skegness ....
ARRIVA 55 CLUB8th January 2012
The Arriva Club 55 is back for those 55 or over. At £19 return to travel the Arriva Network it is great value for money ....
STYAL SERVICE IS IMPROVED11th December 2011
Services to Styal Railway from Manchester Piccadilly have now improved effective Sunday 11th December 2011 ....
CHELFORD VILLAGE CIRCULAR WALK NOW AVAILABLE
A 4 mile circular walk exploring the countryside around Chelford is now available ....
CHEAPER FARES FOR AIRPORT STAFF1st October 2007
Staff based at Manchester Airport can now benefit from cheaper rail fares, thanks to a new discount card.
SAVE MONEY ON RAIL AND BUS TRAVEL AT CREWE1st January 2008
Plusbus tickets are now available for Crewe at a bargain price of £1.50.
Plusbus details
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