About Pump Tracks When do you need planning permission for a pump track? On the 6th of June 2026, residents of the Churchill Road area in Cheadle turned out in force to the monthly Cheadle Town Council meeting, expressing their concerns and disappointment with the new pump track, which will take up the entire width of the park, leaving only the narrowest of access between the track and the protected Cecilly Brook as well as the residential properties. Here's what's happening.

This weekend (August 9th-12th), the Cheadle Carnival Committee hosted a fantastic event for the town. Previous Cheadle Carnivals have been a source of pride and admiration for recent generations, and this weekend's event was equally impressive. The festival kicked off with a Dancefest event on the evening of the 9th and a parade through the town at 12 noon on Saturday, leading to the opening of a wealth of attractions as the parade made its way to Tean Road Recreation Ground

A consultation took place with youngsters and two town Councillors, Cllr Mills & Cllr Upton, at the Tean Road Recreation Ground on the 18th of June. This was to engage youngsters to have their say on the planned pump track, which is to be sited in the North ward on Churchill Road Recreation Ground. Also present was the developer responsible for the installation. COGNEWS went along to get the scoop. How are people going to influence design when work starts Monday? COGNEWS was

Last weekend (June 20th and 21st) the Staffordshire Moorlands village of Cheddleton hosted their Well Dressing Weekend and we're delighted to share with you a few images of how it went. The creation of the Well Dressing Boards The Completed Well Pictured are Parish Council Chair Susan Rogers, who serves alongside Vice Chair Councillor Su Beardmore, Also pictured is District Council Chair Linda Malyon. You can find out the history of Well Dressing activities here: https://www

Advice from Staffordshire Police: The time for the World Cup is rapidly approaching. Many people are excited to cheer on their team, whether you are heading out for drinks, hosting a BBQ with friends, or simply staying at home to watch with family. We want everyone to have a fantastic time, but we are asking our community to drink responsibly and look out for each other so that match days stay safe and enjoyable by keeping these simple safety tips in mind. PACE YOURSELF -

If you're of a certain age, then Cheadle Pensioners offer companionship and activities that might be of interest to you. Here's their program for 2026. Cheadle Cricket Club Events Tuesday 30th June Wing and A Prayer Candle Maker to the King Tuesday 28th July Tracey Callan Johnson Tuesday 29th September Quiz Night Tuesday 27th October Johnathon Baddley Sunday 6th December Christmas Lunch 1.00pm sit down Tuesday 30th March 2027 AGM Outings for 2026 All Coach prices £15 -

Swimming in open water has been a popular past-time for generations but had lost its appeal in recent years with safety risks, tresspass and water pollution. This year with the extra warm weather we experienced many people took to outdoor swimming, we ask what's the danger and what's the benefit? According to one NHS Trust, swimming can benefit your mental health in many ways. When you swim, your brain releases endorphins, which are feel-good hormones. When these hormones ar

Pride in the Moorlands returns with full three day weekend programme of celebration, creativity and community to towns and villages across the district from Friday 26th to Sunday 28th June 2026. The weekend celebration, promises to be an inclusive and joyful experience for people of all ages, backgrounds, and identities. From a textile craft workshop in Cheadle to a roller disco in Biddulph, Pride oatcakes in Endon and a spectacular parade through Leek, this year's celebratio

Updated 6th June to include comment from Comment from Cllr Linda MALYON On Wednesday 3rd of June 2026 SMDC opened the doors of Cheadle Market to allow community and business owners along with local councillors to take a look inside and find out what their plans are regarding development. Visitors, gathering on the market square The architect in attendance from Stride Treglown explained their vision to groups of 17 people, this was because they had 17 hard hats available. It w

The much-loved Cheadle Carnival is set to make a big return in 2026 after taking a year off, with organisers promising it will be bigger and better than ever. Here's what visitors can expect. The celebrations will begin early with a special Friday Evening Dance Fest featuring dance DJ sets from K-Klass, Passion Emporium and Motion Ibiza, promising an electric atmosphere to launch the carnival weekend in style. Tickets for the Friday night event are available now on Skiddle. T

Last month we shared the story of how former Town Councillor Paul Keeling was successful in his first half marathon. Here Paul shares in his own words how running has changed his life for the better. Runners, including Paul gather with excitement at the starting line of a marathon in London, under clear skies and lush trees. A year ago, I could only run a couple of miles around Cheadle before I had to stop and rest. Even short runs felt tough, and I never imagined I’d end up

Ken Riley of Rileys Watchmakers and Jewellers by the Market Cross on the High Street is retiring this month. We caught up with Ken just before he closed the doors permanently following 4 decades of serving the people of Cheadle. He's seen some changes over the years we chatted with him about few of his special memories. He describes how the first watchmakers’ shop in the town was run by a Mr. Birch, roughly where the Samaritans shop is today. Ken's first shop was behind the

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If you are heading out with friends and drinking outdoors, please don’t light fires or use disposable BBQs in woods, parks, or grassy areas. When you’ve been drinking, it’s easier to lose control or underestimate the risk. Dry grass and leaves catch light fast and fires can spread in seconds — putting you, your friends, wildlife, and nearby homes in danger. What starts as a laugh can quickly turn into a serious emergency. Don’t take the risk. Stick to safe spaces and leave fi

Tickets for the third annual LIV Golf United Kingdom presented by JCB 2026 are now on sale. The tournament is extending to 72 holes this year promising fans four days of world-class golf and entertainment in Rocester, Staffordshire Hospitality and general admission tickets are available as the JCB Golf & Country Club prepares to welcome the global golf league back to Staffordshire from July 23rd to 26th. This will be the league’s fifth time visiting the UK since launching i

World Laughter Day is celebrated annually on the first Sunday of May (May 3, 2026) to promote global peace, wellness, and the positive health benefits of laughter, initiated in 1998 by Dr. Madan Kataria. Madan Kataria, founder of the worldwide Laughter Yoga movement. Dr. Kataria, a family doctor in India, was inspired to start the Laughter Yoga movement in part by the facial feedback hypothesis, which postulates that a person's facial expressions can have an effect on their e

Staffordshire Day this year, Friday 1st of May, will see the launch of the Staffordshire Trail. Thirty unique giant sculptures created by local artists and inspired by local youngsters will connect Staffordshire spaces to our beloved breed of dog. This lovable character can be found along the trails detailed below. You can visit them all or just the ones that pique your interest, providing another great reason to visit places in our amazing county! You can also download an ap

Cheadle Town Council met in their Leek Road Chambers at 7 pm on the 7th of April, 2026. The main item for discussion was a report regarding a meeting that had taken place between the Mayor, the Deputy Mayor (both district councillors), the chief executive of the district council, Andrew Stokes, and Cllr Paulette Upton to discuss potential asset transfers that could take place as part of the reorganisations, which will result in the demise of the district council next year. St

The Festival of Brilliant returns to Biddulph this summer and is going “all in” for the National Year of Reading. Announcing the first of its line-up of authors, illustrators, poets, and performers, the festival takes place at Biddulph Old Hall on 10th July for schools and community groups, and 11th July for families. A brilliant line-up of authors will bring stories to life across the festival weekend. Former Children’s Laureate Joseph Coelho returns to the festival, invitin

Moneystone Quarry | Reprofiling of Whiston Hall Golf Course | Cotton Solar Farm and the Preservation of the Caldon Tramways | Whiston Action Group & Churnet Valley Conservation Society | Could You be a Parish Councillor? Update 26th April 2026 In Staffordshire Moorlands we are blessed with some of the most beautiful countryside in the world, Cheadle has been heralded for many years as the gateway to the Churnet Valley. It's not just beautiful it's important to us al