BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Cheadle Arts Festival - ECPv6.15.13.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://cheadle-arts.co.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Cheadle Arts Festival REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261002T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261002T213000 DTSTAMP:20261110T221920 CREATED:20260319T131554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T140729Z UID:1045-1790969400-1790976600@cheadle-arts.co.uk SUMMARY:Moorland Voices Autumn Concert DESCRIPTION:Moorland Voices will bring their exceptional talent to a concert in St Giles the Abbot Parish Church. Guest performers will again be the professional stars\, Stefan and Denise. \nRefreshments available. \nTickets on sale at £10\, and £5 for u16s \nbooking tickets online or pay cash at Kenral. \n\n \n \n \n \n Stefan\n \n \n \n \n \n Stefan\n \n \n \n \n \n Refreshments available\n \n \n \n \n \n St Giles the Abbot\n \n \n \n \n \n Denise\n \n \n \n \n \n St Giles the Abbot URL:https://cheadle-arts.co.uk/event/moorland-voices-concert/ LOCATION:Staffordshire CATEGORIES:Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cheadle-arts.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG-20260818-WA0001.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261003 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261024 DTSTAMP:20261110T221920 CREATED:20250817T112723Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T134942Z UID:191-1790985600-1792799999@cheadle-arts.co.uk SUMMARY:High Street Gallery DESCRIPTION:The shops and businesses of Cheadle are turned into a temporary gallery for three weeks. Always worth a trip into town to see what’s on display. \nMore info URL:https://cheadle-arts.co.uk/event/high-street-gallery/ LOCATION:Cheadle High Street\, High Street CATEGORIES:Art & craft ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cheadle-arts.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/FB_IMG_1755429461831.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261003T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261003T163000 DTSTAMP:20261110T221920 CREATED:20240820T140131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T121022Z UID:62-1791032400-1791045000@cheadle-arts.co.uk SUMMARY:Afternoon Delight DESCRIPTION:A free afternoon of performances including the ever popular Cheadle Community Choir\, Cheadle Community Band and the U3A Guitar group. \nArts Festival Cafe open\nEnjoy tea and home-made cakes – refreshments available to purchase throughout the afternoon from 1pm. \nMusical performances\nFrom 2pm\, performers will be running 20 – 30 minute sets during the course of the afternoon. Come and stay as long as you like\, have a cuppa and enjoy. URL:https://cheadle-arts.co.uk/event/afternoon-delight/ LOCATION:Guild Hall\, Cheadle\, Staffordshire CATEGORIES:Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cheadle-arts.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/4.10.25.-Afternoon-Delight-FB-event-cover.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261009T191500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261009T210000 DTSTAMP:20261110T221920 CREATED:20260904T120825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T123153Z UID:1090-1791573300-1791579600@cheadle-arts.co.uk SUMMARY:Gospel Choir Concert DESCRIPTION:Refreshments will be provided after the event. \nThis is a free concert\, although donations would be appreciated. \nMore information to be published soon. URL:https://cheadle-arts.co.uk/event/gospel-choir-concert/ LOCATION:New Life Church\, Tape Street\, Cheadle\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cheadle-arts.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/AISelect_20260904_130322_Instagram.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261014T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261014T120000 DTSTAMP:20261110T221920 CREATED:20260904T133726Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T140101Z UID:1097-1791972000-1791979200@cheadle-arts.co.uk SUMMARY:Felting Workshops DESCRIPTION:We’re really pleased that Sue is again offering two workshops\, 10 til 12 in the library. \n14th October is Wet Felted Vase \n22nd October is Needle Felted Thistle Picture \nPlease book online\, £7 to cover materials. Placed are limited. URL:https://cheadle-arts.co.uk/event/felting-workshops/ LOCATION:Cheadle Library\, High Street\, Cheadle\, Staffordshire\, ST10 1AA\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Art & craft,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cheadle-arts.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/IMG-20241025-WA0005.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261014T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261014T223000 DTSTAMP:20261110T221920 CREATED:20250817T100732Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T120502Z UID:565-1792008000-1792017000@cheadle-arts.co.uk SUMMARY:Open Mic Night DESCRIPTION:We have some talented singers and musicians in the area\, so this is a great opportunity to enjoy them in action. \nBring your instrument and join in. Free drink for performers URL:https://cheadle-arts.co.uk/event/open-mic-night-date-and-venue-tbc/ LOCATION:The Queens Arms CATEGORIES:Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cheadle-arts.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/AISelect_20251010_112651_Facebook.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261015T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261015T210000 DTSTAMP:20261110T221920 CREATED:20260915T114818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261010T105514Z UID:1108-1792090800-1792098000@cheadle-arts.co.uk SUMMARY:Figure Drawing DESCRIPTION:Unleash your creativity at a unique live-sketching event! All experience levels are welcome to join figure drawing experts Ian Naylor (Staffordshire University Games Design) and local artist Charles Walker for a captivating evening of drawing. \nYou will have the exclusive opportunity to sketch a live rehearsal by Lucid Spark Theatre\nas they prepare for their highly anticipated upcoming performance of Frankenstein. \nNo previous drawing experience necessary\, just bring some paper and a pencil (and an eraser if you really must). URL:https://cheadle-arts.co.uk/event/figure-drawing/ LOCATION:St Giles the Abbot Parish Church\, Cheadle\, Staffordshire CATEGORIES:Art & craft,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cheadle-arts.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/IMG-20261008-WA0005.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261016T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261016T233000 DTSTAMP:20261110T221920 CREATED:20250817T113241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T121525Z UID:585-1792177200-1792193400@cheadle-arts.co.uk SUMMARY:Comedy night DESCRIPTION:The Acts for 2026\nHeadline Act – Roger Monkhouse\n \n\nRoger Monkhouse is one of the most original and distinctive acts on the comedy scene. A consummate stand-up who employs a deadly combination of charm and menace to exert a masterful control over any audience.\n\nA highly original and quirky performer\, Roger’s trademark stage-prowling style and curious\, inimitable manner have established him as one of the hottest names on the comedy circuit. \nSince his debut in 1990 Roger Monkhouse has been a regular performer at The Comedy Store\, The Glee Clubs and all major comedy clubs around the UK and internationally. \n“He is a gifted natural\, with the years of experience to know how to handle a crowd\, which goes to make him one of the consummate professionals of the stand-up circuit” Chortle.co.uk \nOpening Act – Chris Norton Walker \nSince 2010\, Chris Norton Walker has been performing comedy all over the world\, including gigs in Europe and The Comedy Store in LA. He has also performed at numerous comedy festivals all over the UK including Edinburgh\, Leicester\, Hastings and Bath.  \n“Could probably inject atmosphere into a vacuum” Notts Comedy Review \nMiddle Act – Kate Robb \nKate was a Funny Women Awards Semi-Finalist just a few months after her first gig. With relatable content and sharp writing\, the jokes come quickly. She has been described as ‘Talented and going places’ (Notts Comedy Review) and ‘Definitely one to watch’ (Gag n Bone Man Comedy) \nAnd all held together with sticky back plastic by your MC Rob Coleman \n  \n\n\nProbably!\nDoors 7pm\, Acts approx 7.45 URL:https://cheadle-arts.co.uk/event/comedy-night-25/ LOCATION:The Cheadle Club\, 39 Tape Street\, Cheadle\, ST10 1ET\, ST10 1ET\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:comedy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cheadle-arts.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/AISelect_20260915_131349_Drive.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261017T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261017T120000 DTSTAMP:20261110T221920 CREATED:20260904T115147Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T115246Z UID:1086-1792234800-1792238400@cheadle-arts.co.uk SUMMARY:Joy in Ancient Music DESCRIPTION:Paul Lucas takes us on a musical journey. \nThere are two lectures – 11am and 1.30pm URL:https://cheadle-arts.co.uk/event/joy-in-ancient-music/ LOCATION:New Life Church\, Tape Street\, Cheadle\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cheadle-arts.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Screenshot_20251027_191645_Gallery-e1788522686839.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261019T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261024T190000 DTSTAMP:20261110T221920 CREATED:20261018T150037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261018T150037Z UID:1174-1792436400-1792868400@cheadle-arts.co.uk SUMMARY:Lucid Spark Presents Frankenstein DESCRIPTION:For one week this October as part of Cheadle Arts Festival\, St Giles the Abbot will become the setting for Mary Shelley’s egendary tale of creation and terrifying consequence of playing God. This is the biggest production Lucid Spark has ever staged with a team of fantastic professional creatives and we can’t wait to welcome you in to one of Cheadle’s most extraordinary buildings. \n7pm \nTicket info\nGeneral Admission £13.55 (£12.50 + £1.05 booking fee)\nStudent Admission £10.30 (£9.50 + £0.80 booking fee) Valid student ID will be reqired upon arrival.\nAccessibility and Carer Ticket £10.84 (e10.00 + £0.84 booking fee) Admits 2 \nBook online URL:https://cheadle-arts.co.uk/event/lucid-spark-presents-frankenstein/ LOCATION:St Giles the Abbot Parish Church\, Cheadle\, Staffordshire CATEGORIES:Drama ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cheadle-arts.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/AISelect_20261018_145349_Chrome.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261021T173000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261021T203000 DTSTAMP:20261110T221920 CREATED:20260904T132847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T132847Z UID:1094-1792603800-1792614600@cheadle-arts.co.uk SUMMARY:Watercolour lesson DESCRIPTION:Have a go at watercolour painting in this small group. You will be guided through painting a picture using watercolour techniques. \nWatercolour paints and paper will be included and brushes can be borrowed for the evening – £5 covers materials. \nPictured is a painting by a student in a recent class. \nNumbers are very limited – please book online. URL:https://cheadle-arts.co.uk/event/watercolour-lesson/ LOCATION:Cheadle Fire Station\, Ashbourne Rd\,\, Cheadle\, Stoke-on-Trent\, ST10 1HF\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Art & craft ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cheadle-arts.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/IMG-20260722-WA0000-e1788527464230.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261022T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261022T120000 DTSTAMP:20261110T221920 CREATED:20260904T134014Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261018T144323Z UID:1099-1792663200-1792670400@cheadle-arts.co.uk SUMMARY:Felting Workshops DESCRIPTION:We’re really pleased that Sue is again offering two workshops\, 10 til 12 in the library. \n14th October is Wet Felted Vase \n22nd October is Needle Felted Thistle Picture \nPlease book online\, £6 to cover materials. Placed are limited. URL:https://cheadle-arts.co.uk/event/felting-workshops-2/ LOCATION:Cheadle Library\, High Street\, Cheadle\, Staffordshire\, ST10 1AA\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Art & craft,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cheadle-arts.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/410-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261023T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261023T213000 DTSTAMP:20261110T221920 CREATED:20240820T152010Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T150137Z UID:87-1792782000-1792791000@cheadle-arts.co.uk SUMMARY:Murder Mystery DESCRIPTION:*****   CANCELLED ***** \nMurder at the U3A\, written by Margaret Ede \nPerformed by U3A Drama Group. \nTHIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED \nDue to cast illness rehearsals have had to stop and the performance cannot go ahead. We wish everyone a speedy recovery. URL:https://cheadle-arts.co.uk/event/murder-mystery/ LOCATION:Bishop Rawle Primary School Hall\, Royal Walk\, Cheadle\, ST10 1QA\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:comedy,Drama ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cheadle-arts.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/1000027360.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261024T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261024T160000 DTSTAMP:20261110T221920 CREATED:20260915T122350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T115700Z UID:1120-1792836000-1792857600@cheadle-arts.co.uk SUMMARY:Display of Vintage Bears DESCRIPTION:Pat Hurst is an avid collector of bears and has an amazing collection that she has kindly agreed to display as part of the Arts Festival. There will old bears and some newer\, and she is giving a Teddy Talk as part of the day. \nThis works so well with our theme of 100 years of AA Milne publishing Winnie-the-Pooh. \nTimings of this exhibition are to be confirmed. URL:https://cheadle-arts.co.uk/event/display-of-vintage-bears/ LOCATION:New Life Church\, Tape Street\, Cheadle\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Art & craft ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cheadle-arts.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/20260821_155658.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261024T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261024T190000 DTSTAMP:20261110T221920 CREATED:20240820T154008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T135709Z UID:96-1792864800-1792868400@cheadle-arts.co.uk SUMMARY:Lantern Parade DESCRIPTION:The Lantern Parade will again be another fantastic evening in the Arts Festival Programme of events. \nCheadle Lantern Parade is this Saturday!🏮 \nGet ready Cheadle! The third annual Cheadle Lantern Parade is returning this Saturday\, bringing a glowing evening of lanterns\, live music and community spirit to the streets. \nLeading the parade this year is Brazen Brass Band\, an incredible all-female brass band bringing banging tunes\, that big brass sound and huge oenergy. 🎺 \nTimings: Lantern collection at the Wellspring is at 6pm\, then the parade starts from Wellspring Centre/ Tape Street car park at 6.30pm. We cannot give an end time but we guesstimate that the route will take 30 to 40 minutes to reach the Market Square where there will be live music. \n \n  \n \nThis is event is being funded and delivered in collaboration with Outside URL:https://cheadle-arts.co.uk/event/lantern-parade/ LOCATION:Cheadle town centre\, Cheadle\, Staffordshire CATEGORIES:Art & craft,Dance,Drama,Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cheadle-arts.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/1000016613-e1773928863957.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261031T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261031T150000 DTSTAMP:20261110T221920 CREATED:20240820T152625Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261024T164428Z UID:90-1793439000-1793458800@cheadle-arts.co.uk SUMMARY:Arts\, Crafts & Artisans Showcase DESCRIPTION:Art Exhbition in the Guild Hall – one day only. Free entry. \nArtists in Residence\nMany of our artists are simply displaying their work and they enjoy chatting with passers-by. \nNo hard sell\, so feel free to come along and meet our amazing artists and admire their work. \nArt & Craft for sale\nLocal artists and crafters have taken stalls with all sorts of things to purchase – pictures\, cards and gift items. Support local and remember that gift-gving season that is rapidly approaching 🎄 \nArts Festival Cafe\nopen 9.30 to 2.45pm\nHome made cakes and snacks to go with your cuppa. \nAll proceeds go towards supporting the Arts Festival so please tuck in ☕️🍰🧁 \nCafe Serenade\nLegato & Licorice Wind Quartet \nPlaying sets during the afternoon\nSo come along and enjoy a warm welcome in the Guild Hall on Saturday 31st October. \nMake a pinch pot\n11.30 til 1pm\, only £2 a go. \nChildren can try their hand at clay modelling. You never know\, this might start a lifelong interest – one day a bit of fun in Cheadle at the Showcase Day then before you know it\, it’s the Great Pottery Throwdown! \nVote for your favourites\nChildren’s Art Competition \nU18s Photo competition \nPublic voting 10 – 2pm \nPrize presentation is 2.30 – 3pm \nShortlisted works will be on display for public vote for the winners. All the entries will be available to view. \nGet your last minute entries in quickly! \nAge categories apply – more details. \n  URL:https://cheadle-arts.co.uk/event/arts-crafts-artisans-showcase-market/ LOCATION:Guild Hall\, Cheadle\, Staffordshire CATEGORIES:Art & craft,Competition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cheadle-arts.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/20241019_132921-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR