Bledlow Village Cricket Club

Bledlow Village Cricket Club is a well-established top village club located in Princes Risborough, Buckinghamshire. As a community-based club, they welcome players of all ages and skill levels, offering competitive cricket in a family-friendly environment. The club is situated in a picturesque location, with the Chinnor Steam Railway running alongside and the beautiful Chiltern Hills in the background.

Over the years, Bledlow Village Cricket Club has invested in developing excellent facilities and a well-maintained ground. They pride themselves on providing a high standard of cricket, adhering to the codes of conduct and guidelines set by the ECB (England and Wales Cricket Board). More information on these guidelines can be found on their ECB page.

During the cricket season (April to September 18th), the club has varying opening hours. They are closed on Mondays, except for Junior home game nights. On Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, the club is open from 6pm to 10pm. Saturdays see extended opening hours from 1pm to 11pm if there is a home game, and from 1pm to 8pm if there is no home game.

Sundays have the same hours as Saturdays, depending on whether there is a home game or not.

Training sessions are held on Tuesdays from 6pm to 8pm for Senior and Under 15 players, and on Fridays from 6pm to 7:30pm for Juniors. Outside the cricket season (September 18th to the end of March), the club has reduced opening hours. They are closed on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Saturdays. Wednesdays see opening hours from 4pm to 8pm, Thursdays from 7pm to 11pm (only during home darts weeks), Fridays from 6pm to 9pm (event evenings only), and Sundays from 1pm to 7pm.

For the Junior players, the club offers winter training sessions in nets. Under 11 players can participate in the planned 6-week net sessions starting in October. Under 13 and 14 players start their training sessions on Wednesday, October 4th, from 7pm to 8:30pm at Risborough Sports Hall.

Bledlow Village Cricket Club also encourages new players to join their club. They have a welcoming and inclusive environment, providing opportunities for players of all abilities. They offer sponsorship opportunities for companies interested in promoting their brand at the club's ground and on their website.

Overall, Bledlow Village Cricket Club is proud to be a community-focused sports club that provides an excellent cricketing experience for players of all ages and skill levels. With their outstanding facilities, picturesque location, and friendly atmosphere, they are a prominent figure in the cricketing community in Princes Risborough.