Littlehampton Croquet Club is a friendly and welcoming club located on St. Floras Road in Littlehampton, New Zealand. The club offers a range of facilities and activities for both new and experienced players.
The club boasts five croquet lawns and a clubhouse, which are situated on the Littlehampton Sportsfield site. The site is also home to tennis, cricket, and football facilities, as well as a licenced social club. This provides members with ample opportunities to engage with other sports and socialise.
Littlehampton Croquet Club primarily focuses on the popular Golf Croquet form of the game. However, the club also accommodates members who prefer playing Association Croquet. The club organises regular roll-up sessions that allow newcomers to join in after just a short period of tuition.
Membership at Littlehampton Croquet Club is open to individuals of all skill levels and ages. The club offers free introductory sessions for new members and a 25 'taster' membership that provides access for one month. The season generally runs from April to October, with the possibility of extension based on weather conditions. In addition to regular play, the club organises various social events throughout the year.
Littlehampton Croquet Club is affiliated with the South East Croquet Federation, which coordinates clubs in the region. The club also holds membership with the Croquet Association, the governing body for croquet throughout England and Wales. These affiliations allow members to participate in regional leagues, development programmes, and represent the club in external competitions.
The club extends its gratitude to the Littlehampton Town Council for their grant of 250 in the mid-2019 season. This grant went towards installing ball-stop fencing at the boundary with the cricket outfield.
For those interested in joining Littlehampton Croquet Club or simply learning more about the club and the game of croquet, they can visit the club's website or reach out via the provided contact information.