Baldock Town Cricket Club

Baldock Town Cricket Club, located in Baldock, is a renowned cricket club with a long-standing history and a vibrant community of members. The club prides itself on its welcoming atmosphere and offers opportunities for players of all levels of ability and availability. With three senior Saturday teams and a senior Sunday team, there is a suitable cricket experience for everyone.

The club is based at Avenue Park in Baldock, which boasts excellent facilities that have been recently upgraded thanks to new sponsorship. The dedicated pavilion houses changing rooms and an upstairs bar, providing a comfortable space for players and visitors. Outdoor nets, an electric scoreboard, and various training equipment, such as a bowling machine, are also available.

Winter training takes place at Hitchin Boys School sports centre on Sundays to keep players in top form. These sessions are well-attended by both adults and juniors and are often followed by socialising over a couple of pints for senior players.

Baldock Town Cricket Club is committed to grooming the next generation of cricketers. The club offers Junior Cricket programmes, including the Baldock Town/ECB All Stars. This programme is designed for children aged 5-8 and guarantees eight weeks of fun activities, skill development, and a fantastic first experience with cricket. Children who register receive a backpack filled with cricket gear, including a bat, ball, and a personalised shirt.

Returning All Stars players receive additional equipment.

Baldock Town Cricket Club emphasises community integration and encourages members to get involved beyond playing cricket. The club has a social committee responsible for organising regular social events, such as golf rounds, quizzes, and race nights at the clubhouse. These events not only foster a strong sense of camaraderie among club members but also help raise funds to further develop the club's facilities.

Additionally, there is a leadership committee that oversees the club's operations and decision-making processes. Positions within the committee are typically filled through voting, but any member can put themselves forward for open positions.

As the club embraces technology, there are opportunities for members interested in website creation, maintenance, and other technology-related tasks to contribute as well. The club acknowledges that their website is still under construction, and any feedback regarding bugs or desired features is encouraged.

Baldock Town Cricket Club prides itself on providing a supportive, family-like environment for all its members. Whether you are an experienced player or someone looking to learn and be a part of a thriving cricket community, Baldock Town Cricket Club welcomes you.