Cricket in Chitterne
We're not sure when cricket first came to Chitterne but there are reports of matches as early as the 1880s and photographs from the 1920s and 1950s. However, Chitterne Cricket Club in its current form was set up in 2001 and has played pretty continuously since.
In this time, the playing field has developed as a ground, and whilst it has slightly more slope than Lords, and is occasionally slightly soggy, it provides a very picturesque backdrop for social cricket. Unsurprisingly tea is as important as the game, and the club has probably got a better reputation for the former.
We endeavour to play about 10 matches a season depending on the weather and the season usually starts in late April with a friendly intra- club loosener.
Season 2025
All fixtures are at Home less for Erlestoke, All fixtures 2pm start, less for Avon Valley at 2.30pm
New Players
New players of any age, gender or skill level are always welcome. The objective is to play cricket in an enjoyable and supportive environment in order to encourage the maximum participation. Occasionally we will run net sessions with some coaching support. We have an all-weather net and bowling machine available for all members to use.
Non Players
Non-players are especially welcome either as spectators, or volunteers. There is plenty of work to do to deliver the quality of tea the club has become known for, but also to prepare the ground and maintain the equipment.
Membership
Membership is exceedingly reasonable. Last years subscriptions were £15 for a single player, £20 for a family, and £10 for a social member. These are preferably paid online via BACS (Chitterne Cricket Club, SC:309950, AC: 18075663)
Chitterne Cricket Club
President: Air Chief Marshal Sir Dick Johns GCB KCVO CBE
Committee 2025
Chairman John Smedley
Captain Nick Martin
Vice Captain / Secretary / Treasurer Richard Hendrickse
Head Groundsman Jeremy Reid
Fixtures Anthony Knyvett
Teas and Asst Sec Helen Carter
Charles Horsfall
Michael Horsfall
Andrew Clarke
Fixtures 2025 - All fixtures are at Home less for Erlestoke, All fixtures 2pm start, less for Avon Valley at 2.30pm
Sunday 25th May Nairobi Nomads
Sunday 8th June Erlestoke
Sunday 22nd June Horningsham
Sunday 6th July Michael Horsfall / Rafe Seymour X1
Sunday 20th July Avon Valley
Sunday 3rd August Heytesbury and Sutton Veny
Saturday 30th August Lambeth Wanderers followed by CCC BBQ
Sunday 7th September Presidents X1
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