What’s On
Find out more about what’s on during our 2025 season below…
Crewe At War Exhibition
Built and curated in partnership with Heritage Centre volunteers and members of the local community, this exhibition brings together a unique collection of artefacts, photographs, and personal stories from WWII exploring themes around daily life, the bombing of Crewe, VE day, and the legacy of war.
We would like to extend our thanks to Mark Potts at MPire books for his contibutions and assistance with creating this exhibition.
Saturday 14 June: Open to Visitors
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am-4.30pm (last admission 3.30pm)
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
Father Day! Sunday 15 June: Open to Visitors
Treat your dad to a day out at Crewe Heritage Centre. The perfect day out for any train mad dad!!!
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am-4.30pm (last admission 3.30pm)
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
Saturday 21 June: Open to Visitors including Interactive Railway Safety & Working on the Railway talks
As part of Rail Safety Week, Network Rail Operations Interface Specialist Stephen Kay, will be at the Crewe Heritage Centre on Saturday 21st June 2025 all day, performing scheduled talks all day! He will be explaining how to stay safe when using trains, what signs and markings mean, and most of all how to stay safe around the Railway focusing on the importance of “staying off the tracks!”
He will also teach Crewe Heritage Visitors, young and old, about the dangers of trespassing on the railway, the impacts to customers and staff, and most importantly, what could happen to you if you do(!)
He will also talk about the great careers on the railway, explaining how to apply or what you can do to make it easier to join [as long as you are old enough!].
The talks are open to all ages come along listen, learn and ask Stephen some questions!
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am-4.30pm (last admission 3.30pm)
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
Sunday 22 June: Open to Visitors including Interactive Sound Garden Workshop by Junk Orchestra
Join the JUNK ORCHESTRA from 11am-2.30pm and become a band on their tuned selection of upcycled objects rescued from the scrap yards of the city. Build you own maracas and mini drums to take home. Suitable for all ages. Workshop included in admission price.
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am-4.30pm (last admission 3.30pm)
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
Saturday 28 June: Open to Visitors
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am-4.30pm (last admission 3.30pm)
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
Sunday 29 June: Open to Visitors
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am-4.30pm (last admission 3.30pm)
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
Crewe Day Weekend! Saturday 5 July: Open to Visitors
Celebrate Crewe Day weekend with us! Crewe day is on the 4th July and commemorates the first train passing through Crewe Station in 1837.
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am - 4.30pm (last admission at 3.30pm)
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
FREE ENTRY. Crewe Day Weekend! Sunday 6 July: Open to Visitors includes celebrations of 180 years of the Co-Operative Society in Crewe
Celebrate Crewe Day weekend with us! Crewe day is on the 4th July and commemorates the first train passing through Crewe Station in 1837.
We will also celebrate the UN International Year of Co-Operatives as we mark the 180th anniversary of the Co-Operative movement in Crewe and across the world. The Crewe Co-Operative was the second ever Co-Operative to open in the world.
Entry is FREE for all visitors today. Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am - 4.30pm (last entry at 3.30pm)
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
Saturday 12 July: Open to Visitors
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am-4.30pm (last admission 3.30pm)
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
Sunday 13 July: Open to Visitors
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am-4.30pm (last admission 3.30pm)
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
Saturday 19 July: Open to Visitors
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am-4.30pm (last admission 3.30pm)
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
Sunday 20 July: Open to Visitors
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am-4.30pm (last admission 3.30pm)
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
Wednesday 23 July FREE Entry for Operation Summer
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am-4.30pm (last entry at 3.30pm)
Operation Summer on Wednesday 28th May is a FREE ENTRY day for all visitors to celebrate the school holidays, kindly supported by Crewe Town Council.
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
1940's Weekend with Special Guests: Winston Churchill & The Andrew Sisters
Dress up for a fun filled 1940’s weekend at Crewe Heritage Centre. Meet special guest Winston Churchill & his wife, enjoy nostalgic songs by the Andrew Sisters and take part in our family friendly craft workshop with Artist Debbie Goldsmith!
Celebration Craft Workshop: Bunting & Rosettes Join us at Crewe Heritage Centre as we commemorate 80 years since the end of World War II with a special VE Day arts and crafts workshop. Get creative and celebrate this important moment in history by designing your very own colourful bunting and a wearable rosette. Learn about the symbols and colours used during the celebrations in 1945, and use a range of fun craft materials to make something truly special. This workshop is perfect for children and families and offers a hands-on way to connect with history through creativity. All materials are provided, and you’ll be able to take your bunting and rosette home to display proudly!
1940's Weekend with Special Guests: Winston Churchill & Vera Lynn
Dress up for a fun filled 1940’s weekend at Crewe Heritage Centre. Meet special guest Winston Churchill & his wife, enjoy nostalgic songs from Vera Lynn and take part in our family friendly craft workshop with Artist Debbie Goldsmith!
Celebration Craft Workshop: Bunting & Rosettes Join us at Crewe Heritage Centre as we commemorate 80 years since the end of World War II with a special VE Day arts and crafts workshop. Get creative and celebrate this important moment in history by designing your very own colourful bunting and a wearable rosette. Learn about the symbols and colours used during the celebrations in 1945, and use a range of fun craft materials to make something truly special. This workshop is perfect for children and families and offers a hands-on way to connect with history through creativity. All materials are provided, and you’ll be able to take your bunting and rosette home to display proudly!
Wednesday 30 July FREE Entry for Operation Summer
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am-4.30pm (last entry at 3.30pm)
Operation Summer on Wednesday 28th May is a FREE ENTRY day for all visitors to celebrate the school holidays, kindly supported by Crewe Town Council.
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
Saturday 2 August: Open to Visitors
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am-4.30pm (last admission 3.30pm)
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
Sunday 3 August: Open to Visitors
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am-4.30pm (last admission 3.30pm)
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
Wednesday 6 August FREE Entry for Operation Summer
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am-4.30pm (last entry at 3.30pm)
Operation Summer on Wednesday 28th May is a FREE ENTRY day for all visitors to celebrate the school holidays, kindly supported by Crewe Town Council.
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
Saturday 9 August: Open to Visitors
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am-4.30pm (last admission 3.30pm)
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
Sunday 10 August: Open to Visitors
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am-4.30pm (last admission 3.30pm)
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
Wednesday 13 August FREE Entry for Operation Summer
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am-4.30pm (last entry at 3.30pm)
Operation Summer on Wednesday 28th May is a FREE ENTRY day for all visitors to celebrate the school holidays, kindly supported by Crewe Town Council.
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
Saturday 16 August: Open to Visitors
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am-4.30pm (last admission 3.30pm)
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
Sunday 17 August: Open to Visitors
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am-4.30pm (last admission 3.30pm)
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
Wednesday 20 August FREE Entry for Operation Summer
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am-4.30pm (last entry at 3.30pm)
Operation Summer on Wednesday 28th May is a FREE ENTRY day for all visitors to celebrate the school holidays, kindly supported by Crewe Town Council.
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
1940’s Dress Up! Saturday 23 August: Open to Visitors
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am-4.30pm (last admission 3.30pm)
Get your 1940’s outfits on and join us!!! On theme with our 2025 exhibition ‘Crewe at War’ we have performances from The Lady sings Vintage throughout the day, Bethany Jane Davis Hair Artist onsite to create those perfect 1940’s Victory Rolls and artist Debbie Goldsmith’s craft workshop. Guaranteed a fun family day out for everyone.
Join artist Debbie Goldsmith from 11am-3pm today at Crewe Heritage Centre as we commemorate 80 years since the end of World War II with a special VE Day arts and crafts workshop. Get creative and celebrate this important moment in history by designing your very own colourful bunting and a wearable rosette. Learn about the symbols and colours used during the celebrations in 1945, and use a range of fun craft materials to make something truly special. This workshop is perfect for children and families and offers a hands-on way to connect with history through creativity. All materials are provided, and you’ll be able to take your bunting and rosette home to display proudly!
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
Sunday 24 August: Open to Visitors including Artist Francesca Chinnery’s dig for Victory workshop!
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am-4.30pm (last admission 3.30pm)
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
Monday 25 August: Open to Visitors including Artist Francesca Chinnery’s dig for Victory workshop!
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am-4.30pm (last admission 3.30pm)
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
Wednesday 27 August FREE Entry for Operation Summer
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am-4.30pm (last entry at 3.30pm)
Operation Summer on Wednesday 28th May is a FREE ENTRY day for all visitors to celebrate the school holidays, kindly supported by Crewe Town Council.
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
Saturday 30 August: Open to Visitors
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am-4.30pm (last admission 3.30pm)
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
Sunday 31 August: Open to Visitors
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am-4.30pm (last admission 3.30pm)
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
Saturday 6 September: Open to Visitors including Tracks through Time: A Community Rail Mural & Design Your Own Railway Worker Hat with Artist Francesca Chinnery
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am-4.30pm (last admission 3.30pm)
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
Join artist Francesca Chinnery for a drop-in creative workshop to celebrate 200 years of railway history with a collaborative community mural. Families are invited to draw, paint, and print their own railway memories, stories, and future ideas onto a giant canvas inspired by Crewe’s rich rail heritage. Your artwork will become part of a living mural both displayed and continually contributed to at the museum at certain points throughout the year.
Get ready for your first day working on the track!! Design your own Railway Workers hat and badge, which railway role will you choose?
Sunday 7 September: Open to Visitors. Rail 200 Celebratory Weekend
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am-4.30pm (last admission 3.30pm)
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
Saturday 13 September: Open to Visitors. Rail 200 Celebratory Weekend
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am-4.30pm (last admission 3.30pm)
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
Sunday 14 September: Open to Visitors including Create Crewe: Heritage Collage Workshop for Families with Artist Debbi Goldsmith
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am-4.30pm (last admission 3.30pm)
Join artist Debbie Goldsmith to celebrate the rich history of Crewe Heritage Centre through colour, creativity, and collage! Bring the whole family along for a fun and engaging arts and crafts workshop where you’ll explore the story of the Heritage Centre through hands-on making. Using a wide range of materials—coloured papers, textures, photographs, and found objects—you’ll create your very own collage inspired by the engines, architecture, signs, and stories that make the Centre so unique. This is a brilliant opportunity for children and families to get creative together while learning about Crewe’s important railway past. No experience needed—just a willingness to explore, cut, stick, and imagine! All materials are provided, and your finished masterpiece is yours to take home and proudly display.
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
FREE ENTRY for Heritage Open Days Fair! Saturday 20 September: Open to Visitors. Rail 200 Celebratory Weekend
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am-4.30pm (last admission 3.30pm)
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
Sunday 21 September: Open to Visitors including Create Crewe: Heritage Collage Workshop for Families
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am-4.30pm (last admission 3.30pm)
Join artist Debbie Goldsmith to celebrate the rich history of Crewe Heritage Centre through colour, creativity, and collage! Bring the whole family along for a fun and engaging arts and crafts workshop where you’ll explore the story of the Heritage Centre through hands-on making. Using a wide range of materials—coloured papers, textures, photographs, and found objects—you’ll create your very own collage inspired by the engines, architecture, signs, and stories that make the Centre so unique. This is a brilliant opportunity for children and families to get creative together while learning about Crewe’s important railway past. No experience needed—just a willingness to explore, cut, stick, and imagine! All materials are provided, and your finished masterpiece is yours to take home and proudly display.
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
Saturday 27 September: Open to Visitors including Tracks through Time: A Community Rail Mural & Design Your Own Railway Worker Hat with Artist Francesca Chinnery
Join us for a drop-in creative workshop to celebrate 200 years of railway history with a collaborative community mural. Families are invited to draw, paint, and print their own railway memories, stories, and future ideas onto a giant canvas inspired by Crewe’s rich rail heritage. Your artwork will become part of a living mural both displayed and continually contributed to at the museum at certain points throughout the year.
Get ready for your first day working on the track!! Design your own Railway Workers hat and badge, which railway role will you choose?
Sunday 28 September: Open to Visitors. Rail 200 Celebratory Weekend
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am-4.30pm (last admission 3.30pm)
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
Saturday 4 October: Open to Visitors
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am-4.30pm (last admission 3.30pm)
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
Sunday 5 October: Open to Visitors
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am-4.30pm (last admission 3.30pm)
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
Saturday 11 October: Open to Visitors
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am-4.30pm (last admission 3.30pm)
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
Sunday 12 October: Open to Visitors
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am-4.30pm (last admission 3.30pm)
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
Saturday 18 October: Open to Visitors
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am-4.30pm (last admission 3.30pm)
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
Sunday 19 October: Open to Visitors
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am-4.30pm (last admission 3.30pm)
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
Saturday 1 November: Open to Visitors including Halloween Closing Celebration with Cosmic Faerie & Artist Debbie Goldsmith!
Join artist Debbie Goldsmith from 11am-3pm for her Spooky Station Creations: Halloween Hats, take a seat and be transformed into frightful or fabulous at Cosmic Faerie’s face painting station and enjoy drop in bubble shows too!!!
Get into the Halloween spirit with a fun-filled family craft workshop at Crewe Heritage Centre! Join us for a creative session where children and families can design and make their very own spooky hats and wearable art. Inspired by classic Halloween favourites like bats, black cats, and all things eerie and fun, this workshop is a great way to enjoy the season together. We’ll provide a variety of colourful, themed craft materials so you can bring your spooky creations to life. Whether you go for frightful or fabulous, your handmade hat or wearable will be something to take home and be proud of.
Perfect for children and families—just bring your imagination! All materials are included.
Sunday 2 November: Open to Visitors including Halloween Closing Celebration with Cosmic Faerie & Artist Debbie Goldsmith!
Join artist Debbie Goldsmith from 11am-3pm for her Spooky Station Creations: Halloween Hats, take a seat and be transformed into frightful or fabulous at Cosmic Faerie’s face painting station and enjoy drop in bubble shows too!!!
Get into the Halloween spirit with a fun-filled family craft workshop at Crewe Heritage Centre! Join us for a creative session where children and families can design and make their very own spooky hats and wearable art. Inspired by classic Halloween favourites like bats, black cats, and all things eerie and fun, this workshop is a great way to enjoy the season together. We’ll provide a variety of colourful, themed craft materials so you can bring your spooky creations to life. Whether you go for frightful or fabulous, your handmade hat or wearable will be something to take home and be proud of.
Perfect for children and families—just bring your imagination! All materials are included.
Sunday 8 June: Open to Visitors
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am-4.30pm (last admission 3.30pm)
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
Saturday 7 June: Open to Visitors including Dig for Victory Workshop Artist Francesca Chinnery
Join in with the Dig for Victory workshop artist Francesca Chinnery from 11am-3pm. Travel back to wartime Crewe and discover how families used Victory Gardens to grow their own food and add flavour to rationed meals. Decorate your own plant pot and plant herbs like thyme, mint, sage or chives to take home and grow. Explore Dig for Victory posters and authentic Second World War recipes to find out how people made the most of limited ingredients.
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am-4.30pm (last admission 3.30pm)
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
Sunday 1 June: Open to Visitors
Visit the Crewe Heritage Centre for a fun family day out. Open 10am-4.30pm (last admission 3.30pm)
Explore our Crewe at War Exhibition, Signal Boxes, Model Railways, Miniature Railway, Cafe, Shop and much more.
Saturday 31 May: Open to Visitors including… Local History Month Spotlight: Creative Fun with Crewe Lyceum Theatre!
The Heritage Centre is open all day from 10am-4.30pm (last admission 3.30pm)
Join Hollie from Crewe Lyceum (11-3pm) for a creative and fun-filled workshop inspired by Northern Ballets production of Hansel and Gretel (coming to the Lyceum Theatre on Sat 7 June). This interactive experience invites young people and families to design their own sets and create personalised Hansel and Gretel costumes and characters. Participants will learn about the rich history of the Lyceum Theatre, exploring its fascinating past while unleashing their imagination.
Crewe Lyceum Theatre has been entertaining the people of Cheshire and far beyond since opening its doors back in 1911. David Owen, the resident historian of the theatre will be joining our local history month spotlight to give a presentation at 1pm on the current theatre and its predecessors. He will also be talking about the various shows that he has worked on over many years and the fascinating characters that he has met. There will be an opportunity to ask questions and to share your memories of the theatre and the various performances, which you have enjoyed.
Wednesday 28 May: FREE OPENING including Hidden Treasures Workshop
The Heritage Centre is open all day from 10am-4.30pm (last entry 3.30pm)
Wednesday 28th May is a FREE ENTRY day for all visitors to celebrate the school holidays!
Join artist Debbie Goldsmith from 11am-3pm on 28th May in the Exhibition Hall for a fun and creative workshop for all ages! Explore the hidden details around the site—like old plaques, signs, and manhole covers—that many visitors miss. Then, turn these discoveries into your own unique fabric prints using the textures and raised surfaces you find. We’ll be using eco-friendly, water-based inks, and all materials are provided. Suitable for ages 6 and up—just bring your curiosity and get ready to explore!
Monday 26 May: Open to Visitors including Local History Month Spotlight: Crewe Co-Operative
Crewe Heritage Centre is celebrating local history month with spotlight talks and activities from community advocates and groups.
The Heritage Centre is open all day from 10am-4.30pm (last admission 3.30pm)
On the 25th May from 11am until 3pm join Stuart Mackay, he will be looking at the 180 year journey of Crewe Co-Operative Friendly Society from 1845 to the present day. Stuart will have a stand from 11am-3pm and doing a talk at 1pm. Included in admission fee!
CENTRE CLOSED: Crewe Krazy Races
Please note the Heritage Centre will be closed on Sunday 25th May whilst we race at the Crewe Krazy Races. You can join us there for a fun-filled town event and cheer on the Crewe Heritage Carters as we fly down the track in our Spitfire inspired cart.
Local History Month Spotlight: The Social History of Crewe with Ben Wye
Crewe Heritage Centre is celebrating local history month with spotlight talks and activities from community advocates and groups.
On the 17th May at 1pm enjoy a talk from ex teacher and heritage volunteer, Ben Wye, on the Social History of Crewe in our Exhibition Hall.
Included in admission fee!
Local History Month Spotlight: Friends of Queens Park
Crewe Heritage Centre is celebrating local history month with spotlight talks and activities from community advocates and groups.
On the 18th May at 2pm join Sheila Blackburn from the Friends of Queens Park to delve into the rich history of one of Crewe’s beautiful parks.
Included in admission fee!
Local History Month Spotlight: The Social History of Crewe with Ben Wye
Crewe Heritage Centre is celebrating local history month with spotlight talks and activities from community advocates and groups.
On the 17th May at 1pm enjoy a talk from ex teacher and heritage volunteer, Ben Wye, on the Social History of Crewe in our Exhibition Hall.
Included in admission fee!
Local History Month Spotlight: Cheshires Inspirational Women
To celebrate Local History Month, Kate Blakemore will join us to present a talk on the inspirational women of Cheshire in particular in Crewe.
The talk will focus on how we can celebrate Cheshires Women together.
VE Day Celebrations with the Home Guard & Vera Lynn
Join us on Saturday 3rd May for VE day celebrations! Not only is it the launch of our new exhibition ‘Crewe at War’ which celebrates the people of Crewe during the second world war but we also have the Home Guard joining us from 10-4.30 along with Vera Lynn who will be performing from 11-12pm.
A fun day out for the whole family!
Willow Wonders: International Sculpture Day Workshop with Artist Debbie Goldsmith
Celebrate International Sculpture Day with us by getting hands-on with natural materials! In this creative workshop, you’ll learn how to work with willow to craft your own beautiful hanging sculpture. Add a personal touch using leaves, petals, and other natural elements to decorate the sides—then take your finished piece home to enjoy. All materials are provided, and no experience is needed—just bring your imagination!
Easter Express Hat-Making Workshop with Artist Debbie Goldsmith
All aboard for some Easter fun! Join us for a hands-on craft workshop where you can design and decorate your very own train-themed hat.
Using a variety of colourful art and craft materials, you’ll bring your hat to life—perfect to wear around the Centre and take home afterwards.
Great fun for kids and families, and all materials are provided!
Design Your Own Railway Worker Hat with Artist Francesca Chinnery
Get ready for your first day working on the track!
Design your own Railway Workers hat and badge, which railway role will you choose?
Tracks through Time: A Community Rail Mural with Artist Francesca Chinnery
Join us for a drop-in creative workshop to celebrate 200 years of railway history with a collaborative community mural. Families are invited to draw, paint, and print their own railway memories, stories, and future ideas onto a giant canvas inspired by Crewe’s rich rail heritage.
Your artwork will become part of a living mural both displayed and continually contributed to at the museum at certain points throughout the year.
Off The Rails Car Meet
Cars can arrive between 8:30am.and 9:45am. ENTRY AFTER 9:45AM WILL BE REFUSED. Open to the public from 10am. Last entry 3:30pm.
Heritage Fair
Join us at our annual Crewe Heritage Fair to discover the groups working to protect Crewe’s heritage!
Free entry.
Crewe Heritage Centre CLOSED
We are closed to the public today but will be back open on Saturday 14 September at 10am for the Crewe Heritage Fair.
Off The Rails Car Meet
Cars can arrive between 8:30am.and 9:45am. ENTRY AFTER 9:45AM WILL BE REFUSED. Open to the public from 10am. Last entry 3:30pm.
