Just over a year since their re-development, Leek’s Butter and Trestle Markets have achieved national recognition by being voted the Best Small Indoor Market in the Great British Market Awards 2026 organised by NABMA, the National Association of British Market Authorities.   The annual awards, where peers in the industry are invited to vote for their favourite market across 11 categories, celebrate excellence, innovation and commitment across the UK markets sector.   The judg

The Cheadle and District Lions Club is a local charity dedicated to serving our community by either raising funds or providing services. L to R: Local Lion Keith Godwin, District Governor Lion Ian Francis, and Cheadle Lion President Lesley Godwin. What makes them special is that they do their work within a social framework, such that one day they may be selling tickets for a plastic duck race at Tean; the next, they will be having a social meet in a pub. One example is if you

JCB APPRENTICES have created a unique 80 th anniversary project at the company’s World Headquarters that invites the public to tune into its past, present, and future.   The team of 15 young engineering, manufacturing, and business apprentices designed the innovative ‘listening bench’ for the grounds of the company’s Rocester factory – giving employees, visitors, and the local community the chance to sit, relax, and hear JCB’s story.   The bench, designed in the style of Jos

This week, we were informed that Moorlands Home Link will permanently close on Friday, February 6th. This decision by the board of trustees is not related to a specific service closure or a temporary issue for the Charity, but is final. You may have seen their year-long fundraising campaign aimed at bridging the gap in finances caused by a withdrawal of some grant funding. Home Link provides a much-needed lifeline to many elderly and disabled people living in South Moorlands

During a Cheadle Town Council meeting this week, District Councillors Ian Plant and Vicky Wheeldon said that following a Growth and Economy meeting to be held in May 2026, steps will be taken to modernise Cheadle's Market Square. Currently, the building is locked, and the electricity is off. Bollards have been installed to prevent parking on the District Council-owned land adjacent to the building. Cheadle Market prior to SMDC purchase The building has now stood empty since S

You might have driven or walked by the new cabin on Winpenny Lane and assumed that Phase II of the Persimmon housing estate is imminent. However, it is still in the planning phase because the surface water drainage provision might not meet the requirements, as required by the Staffordshire District Council Planning Department. At the Town Council level, the drainage plans have been reviewed by Mark, a local civil engineer, and his opinion is that the drainage should work as l

During our interview with the manager of Savers Hardware on the High Street, we discovered that the individual in question received a suspended sentence, was mandated to complete 100 hours of community service, and was fined £100 for damages at the Savers store. The manager attended the court hearing and was pleased to share this information with COGNEWS. We hope the community service encourages the man to pursue a positive path and that crime in Cheadle will not be tolerated

On Saturday, Cheadle High Street was shut down for several hours to enable Staffordshire Fire and Rescue to manage and resolve an incident on Cross Street. A local man fell into an abandoned well located behind the dry cleaners on Cross Street. The High Street was closed to accommodate the four emergency units required for his rescue. We have learned that the resident was clearing the area behind the shop to install a bike shed when the accident occurred. The well was approxi

Outside Arts have announced that applications are now open for Creative Community Commissions of up to £1,000. If you are an artist, community group or organisation based in and delivering creative activities with communities in the Staffordshire Moorlands this could provide a welcome funding boost.    They are hoping to support a range of projects through small scale commissions, up to £1,000 that help increase the range of arts and culture available for communities across t

Last week, a resident of Froghall Road was bitten by a German Shepherd dog while collecting his morning newspaper from A&C Stores. It was still quite dark when the incident happened. A typical German Shepard dog. The resident was very shocked by the incident particularly because the dog was on a lead. He didn’t expect it to jump up and bite him. The owner of the dog was very apologetic. The gentleman’s arm was so badly bitten by the dog that the hospital was not sure if stit

Town and parish councils across the UK provide low-level public services and have an important role to play in informing and influencing larger councils. They are often also allowed to do anything any reasonable person might and have the capacity to widely influence their specific area. Their work matters, and it is paid for from your council taxes. Town & Parish clerks are employed by the council to ensure the work gets done and the legal framework is maintained. Former Coun

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Dates for your diary Thursday 15th January 2026 saw Cheadle Historical Society members and visitors gather together, filling the New Life building on Tape Street. They'd come out on a dark, cold evening to listen to Philip Brough, a Cheadle historian and long-term friend of the Society. His presentation, The Biggest Aspidistra, was a story of the British transmitting propaganda to Germany, one of Britain's best-kept secrets. Millions are aware of Lord Haw-Haw, but our success

By volunteering just a few hours each week (for as little as four weeks) you can help transform the lives of children and parents in local communities across the Staffordshire Moorlands. Home-Start Staffordshire Moorlands is running its next Volunteer Prep course starts on Tuesday 3rd February at its office in Leek, Earl Street on Tuesday 3rd February If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, please visit: www.homestartsm.org.uk  or email: info@homestartsm.org.uk or cal

31st January 18:00 - 20:00 Local officers from the Staffordshire Moorlands Neighbourhood Policing Team will be holding an online chat on 31st January between 18:00 - 20:00pm giving residents the opportunity to ask any questions or raise any concerns. Please feel free to join and engage with your local officers. Join here Staffordshire Moorlands Online Police Surgery. - created 28th January 2026

Friends of Cecilly Brook and Hales Hall Pool Looking after and improving a local nature reserve or LNR takes time, patience, and dedication. Cecilly Brook Nature Reserve and Hales Hall Pool are two local beauty spots that are free for everyone to enjoy at any time. You'll find peace, beauty, and nature all around, and if you'd like to do a little more than enjoy the spaces, there is a wealth of opportunities for you to support the important work of upkeep. This is also a grea

For Younger Visitors  Mary the Mole Goes Digging  Get your hands messy, rhyme and wiggle as we dig down and discover the treasures beneath our feet. Sensory hands on story time for ages 1-6 When:  Saturday 14 February, 10.30am Location:  Staffordshire History Centre, Eastgate Street, Stafford Cost:  Free, no booking required Toy Time Travellers  Travel back in time through play, get hands on with historical objects and help fix a toy emergency! Sensory hands on story time for

Cecilly Brook is a beautiful part of Cheadle's charm. Meandering its way from north to south, this ever-changing area, with rippling water and overhanging trees, delights young and old alike. The accessibility and upkeep are thanks to a group of dedicated volunteers keen to nurture nature for the good of residents, visitors, and most importantly, all the species who call Cecilly Brook home. They are local heroes, and today we'd like to tell you a little about their work. The

A stolen bay tree was discovered abandoned outside someones house and they returned it to the shop. Thanks go out to them for their neighbourly action. More thefts: At the Fruit & Veg shop On Saturday, 10th January, another theft occurred in a Cheadle shop. This time at Fresh Produce, a popular fruit, veg, and plant store on the Tape Street car park. We were told that a man looked around the trees and plants, then pulled up a face mask and ran away with a potted bay tree. CCT

Local manufacturer JCB has secured a contract for 535 militarized versions of JCB’s 437HT wheeled loader with the United States Marine Corps (USMC) to be supplied over the next decade. The contract is the third to be signed by the USMC, which five months ago placed a $45 million order for a militarized version of JCB’s 4CX backhoe loader. That followed a $39 million deal in 2024 for Multi Terrain Loaders, a militarized version of the JCB Teleskid compact tracked loader. Chris