VARIETY OF OPPORTUNITY
by rondav
This is strictly for relaxing and watching, although there are opportunities for more active participation not too far away.
CRICKET is played to a high standard at Elworth Cricket Club, which is about a mile out of Sandbach on the A533 ( the road to Middlewich). The ground is on the main road but is set in a beautiful surroundings. A recently redeveloped clubhouse which is open every evening except Tuesday (April-Sept) and open during the winter on a few nights a week.
It can get quite lively and racous when Elworth are playing a local rival in a league or cup match. Cricket is played every Saturday on the ground and most Sundays.
Sandbach - A Good Place To Start From
by rondav
"NICE TO COME HOME TO"
Sandbach is a small market town in Cheshire. Population has doubled in the last 20 years, but it remains pleasant and set in interesting country.
Peak district is with 20 miles one way, and North Wales 20 miles the other.
We have lived here for 20 years, it is well situated for M6 motorway and Crewe startion is just one stop down the line.
Sandbach is famous for being the original home of Fodens Lorries and ERF Lorries. The renowned Fodens Brass Band (many times national champions) also has its home in Sandbach.
Sandbach has a direct rail link into Manchester Airport as well which is very useful. Liverpool John Lennon Airport is about 45 minutes away.