21st May 7.00 for 7.30 New Life Church, Tape St, Cheadle Visitors £3 The speaker for the May meeting is Mr. Harry Tomkinson. Harry specializes in the medieval period, and in particular that of Edward IV and Richard III. He has worked at the King Richard III Visitor Centre in Leicester, working alongside Philippa Langley, who was instrumental in the finding of Richard III. He travels extensively doing lectures, talks, and tours, and is an active member of The Richard III Socie

We're excited to announce that the April edition of COGNEWS Monthly is currently being distributed to stores. If you wish to obtain a printed copy, you can find it at: A & C Stores - Froghall Road Cheadle Bargain Booze - High Street Cheadle Cheadle Library - High Street Cheadle Fresh Produce Cheadle - Tape Street (Access via Tape Street Car Park) Post Office - 3 Shopping Centre (Tape Street Car Park) South Moorlands Leisure Centre - Allen Street Cheadle Wooliscrofts Butchers

If you’re planning days out over the Easter holidays, there’s plenty happening right across the county. From theme parks to animal adventures and garden trails, here are some highlights to enjoy with the family. As seen in COGNEWS Monthly Alton Towers Resort Enjoy big rides like Oblivion and Wicker Man, revisit Nemesis: Reborn, or head to CBeebies Land, where the brand‑new Bluey ride 'Here Come the Grannies'! Opens from 28 March. Apedale Railway Hop on a steam train and take

Osprey Close, Leek, ST13 6DD 30th March 2026, 11am-4pm Free to attend, no booking required. Just drop in and stay as long as you wish. Come along and PLAY at Osprey Close in Leek! Who is it for? For all the family. All ages welcome. Children under 6 should be supervised, children under 13 should be accompanied.   Right To Play by Pif-Paf is a collaborative self-built play world with den building, balance, swing and jump play and a “Long Table Mud Kitchen”. Families of all age

Dates: Friday 10th July (schools & community groups) and Saturday 11th July 2026 (families)  Location: Biddulph Old Hall  Who it’s for: Everyone! Especially children across the Staffordshire Moorlands The Festival of Brilliant is back for 2026 - a joyful celebration of children’s books, stories and creativity, shaped by local young people, artists and book-lovers. After two brilliant years at Biddulph Old Hall, Staffordshire Libraries are excited to return during the National

Thursday 23 rd  April  In the UK, 1 in 6 (8.5 million) adults struggle to read. This limits life choices. Reading for pleasure and empowerment makes us more aware and informed. It helps us grow our imaginations. It makes us more empathetic and understanding of other people and cultures. It supports our health and well-being. It increases our ability to learn new skills. It helps us to communicate our ideas more effectively. It opens doors and brings joy. World Book Night brin

Phoenix Singers Leek, in conjunction with All Saints Church Leek, are performing The Creation by Joseph Haydn with The Phoenix Festival Orchestra and soloists from the RNCM in All Saints Church Leek, ST13 5PT. This will take place on Saturday, 30th May 2026, and tickets will be £20 (u18 Free) and is part of the Leek Arts Festival 2026 programme. Tickets are available online on the All Saints website and can also be purchased from Leek Post Office and Picture Book or from the

Cheadle Pensioners Group is to host its first meeting of the year, which will also be their AGM. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, March 31st, at 7:00 PM. It will be held at the Cheadle Cricket Club on Tean Road. A Fish and Chip supper will follow, marking the beginning of another busy calendar of activities for the group. Cheadle Pensioners to Host 1st Meeting of 2026 - created 25th March 2026

Sandfields Pumping Station, Chesterfield Road, Lichfield, WS14 0AA Saturday 14 March, 10am to 4pm Free The team at Sandfields Pumping Station is celebrating World Water Day on Saturday, 14 March. Find out about the history of this fascinating site, including the story of the filtration plant that used to be on site, family activities, and guided tours (please book tours on the Eventbrite page).   There will be refreshments and delicious homemade cakes to enjoy!  The station w

There’s lots happening across Staffordshire this month! Whether you'd like to get creative, enjoy the great outdoors or try something new, here are some great events to enjoy: Relaxed Rambles – Ilam Park Enjoy a gentle countryside walk with tea or coffee afterwards. Free parking included. Painting Party – Verso Lounge, Stafford A relaxed evening of creativity with The Paint Club. All materials included—perfect for a fun night out. Harry Potter Cupcake Class – Eccleshall Lear

For Youngsters | Walking Tours | Spotlight Talks Staffordshire, especially the South Moorlands area, is rich in history. Here's what residents and visitors can look forward to. For Youngsters 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 ages 1-6. All children must be accompanied by an adult.  When:  Friday 13 March, 10.30am - 11.30am Location:  Staffordshire Histo

Friday 6th March will see a fund raising event by the friends of St Edward's Church, Cheddleton. It promises to be an evening of wonder and heartfelt laughter with many characters of Cheddleton & Wetley Rocks. Tickets include cheese and wine and at £15 per person this promises to be a lovely memorable event. A Magic Lantern Event in Cheddleton - created 22nd February 2026

Events for adults | Local Group Events | Easter Holiday events Events for adults Spring walk and cream tea at The Wolseley Centre Saturday 15 March, 1pm - 3pm Enjoy a gentle stroll and spot the signs of spring all around. You'll receive helpful identification tips as you explore. Binoculars and ID guides provided. Delicious cream tea at The Kingfisher Café included in the price. Find out more Forest School and Sustainability Conference at The Wolseley Centre Thursday 19

Staffordshire Moorlands Police are hosting an online meeting between 7pm and 9pm on the 25th of February. If you have any questions that you want to ask then please click on the link and leave you question for it to be answered on the night. Or join them on the evening for you question to be answered in real time.   https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fapp.sli.do%2Fevent%2FdfSALz2s9u6gJrkrueEB7V&data=05%7C02%7CJames.Naylor%40staffordshire.police.u

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

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

Deep Hayes Country Park 10am and 2pm on Tuesday 17 February Moorlands residents are being invited to take part in a county-wide tree planting scheme aimed at enriching their gardens and community spaces. Staffordshire Moorlands District Council and Staffordshire County Council will be handing out a mix of hawthorn, rowan, hazel, silver birch, crab apple and whitebeam trees at Deep Hayes Country Park between 10am and 2pm on Tuesday 17 February. It is aimed at encouraging peopl

What's On: Local Wildlife Talk - created 21st January 2026

Cost £5 per person Friday 30 January, 10.30am Staffordshire History Centre, Eastgate Street, Stafford Step back in time! Wander the streets of Stafford and discover the grim, grisly and grand events which make up its past. One hour, around one mile of walking.  Booking required either via their website or at the History Centre. Stafford Walking Tour - created 13th January 2026