ABOUT US

Welcome

The Cheshire East Filipino Community is a vibrant and welcoming group dedicated to bringing together Filipinos and friends of the Philippines across the Cheshire East region. Founded on the values of unity, cultural pride, and mutual support, the community provides a home away from home for Filipinos living, working, and studying in the area.


Through cultural events, social gatherings, charitable initiatives, and collaborative partnerships, the community celebrates the richness of Filipino heritage while fostering strong relationships within the wider local community. Whether promoting Filipino traditions, supporting members in times of need, or creating spaces for laughter and connection, the group continues to grow as a positive force for inclusivity and shared identity.


At its heart, the community strives to uplift, inspire, and empower every member—strengthening the ties that connect Filipinos to one another and to the wider Cheshire East community.

Our Misson

The Community shall strive to:

1) Foster closer ties among Filipinos and families living in Cheshire East;

2) Encourage better understanding and cooperation with of different sectors, profession;

3) Promote the interest and welfare of the Filipinos and all other nationalities in the area;

4) Provide resource and information about  the Philippines, its culture and its people;

5) Engage in activities that will enhance the attainment of the intellectual and social objectives of the Filipino workers and their families; and

6) Undertake other activities that would help achieve the purpose herein mentioned.

What we’ve done so far

🎉 1. Established and Grew a Community Network

Since its formation, the group has grown into an active network of Filipino residents and friends in the Cheshire East region, providing a space for cultural connection, support, and social activities. Support from partner organisations helped with formal setup and coordination. 

🎉 2. Hosted Annual Barrio Fiesta Cultural Festivals

The community has organised Barrio Fiesta events in Queens Park, Crewe that celebrate Filipino culture with traditional food, music, dance, performances, parades, and community stalls:

  • 2024: Our first-ever Barrio Fiesta attracted strong local participation and a wide range of cultural performances, including traditional dance. 
  • 2025: The second-year Fiesta returned with a theme of “Unity in Diversity” and an added focus on mental health & well-being, drawing crowds of thousands and involving local partners and performers.
  • 2026: Plans announced for a third annual Fiesta on July 25th, with expanded activities, celebrity guests, arts, food, stalls, and volunteer opportunities. 

💃 3. Showcased Filipino Dance and Art

At these Fiesta celebrations, youth and cultural dance groups have performed:

  • Tinikling: A traditional Filipino folk dance that engaged audiences and encouraged cultural participation.
  • Pintados: A creative performance inspired by pre-colonial Filipino heritage brought to life by the troupe in partnership with other Filipino arts groups.

🤝 4. Promoted Cultural Exchange and Community Well-Being

The events organised by the community have helped:

  • Strengthen bonds among Filipino residents and with the wider Cheshire East populace.
  • Provide opportunities for social interaction, support networks, and shared celebration of Filipino identity.

Overall, the Cheshire East Filipino Community has established a growing cultural presence in the region, anchored by its signature Barrio Fiesta celebrations, cultural showcases, and community-building initiatives. If you’d like, I can list upcoming events or opportunities to get involved!

Our partners and collaborators

Yorkshire Filipino Group

A UK-based charity that helped support and guide the setting up and organisation.

https://creativeheartsunited.org.uk/

Yorkshire Filipino Group

A cultural dance troupe that has performed at Cheshire East Filipino Community events.

https://www.facebook.com/YorkshireFilipino/

Awards & recognitions

Crewe Town Council - Community Award (2026)

 The Cheshire East Filipino Community has won a Crewe Community Award at the 2026 Community Awards: Afternoon Tea with the Mayor presented by Crewe Town Council — an event that recognises individuals, groups, and organisations contributing to the town’s life. 

  • At the 2026 Crewe Community Awards held on 24 February 2026, the Cheshire East Filipino Community was officially recognised as an award winner alongside other local groups and projects.

  • The award celebrated the community’s impact on cultural life, inclusion, and celebration of diversity in Crewe and the wider Cheshire East area.

This recognition reflects the group’s efforts in bringing people together through cultural festivals like Barrio Fiesta, promoting Filipino heritage, and building strong community ties in the region.