You can walk along the canal tow path or visit the Potter's Barn which is nearby. Visit the many factories in this famous area. Tatton Park near Knutsford is about 30 minutes drive. Delamere Forest , about 30 minutes away, offers pleasant walks through the woods and has two cafes on the main road, one in the old railway station and one at the crossroads. Winsford Flash Sailing Club is 15 minutes drive.
New members welcome, or just come and watch from the comfortable upstairs clubhouse lounge.
Dagfields Craft Centre is out in the wilds between Crewe and Nantwich. Interesting shops include Decorated Ostrich Eggs and Wooden Toys. Two cafes provide food and drink. It's a fleamarket without any stall holders. Everything is priced and you simply take your purchases to the exit and pay for them there.