Alternately, payment can be made on arrival at the club.
It would be great to catch up with familiar faces, albeit in restricted circumstances. The bar and toilet facilities will be available, but drinks must be consumed outside.
Outdoor nets at Bredon Cricket Club have partially re-opened
Bredon Cricket Club’s outdoor nets have partially re-opened following the Government’s relaxation of lockdown rules.
Two people from different households can now use outdoor nets together under the new guidelines on exercise, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has said.
Two people from separate households may take part in the same net session, and there is no limit to the number if those taking part come from the same household.
A strict booking process is in place for the use of nets at Bredon.
One-on-one coaching is permitted, but social distancing (keeping at least two metres apart at all times) applies. No sweat or saliva should be rubbed on the ball, and nets should be operated on an “every other” basis, meaning two adjacent lanes should not be in use at the same time.
The clubhouse will remain closed.
• The club has launched a new £10-for-all membership scheme to help the club survive the restrictions on sport caused by the coronavirus crisis. Find out more.
Bredon Cricket Club is currently closed due to coronavirus restrictions, but your £10 social membership will help the club survive the shutdown
A personal plea from Neil Hall, chairman of Bredon Cricket Club
I hope you and your loved ones are well. My thoughts are with those who have been most seriously affected by this awful pandemic.
These are challenging times for amateur sport, and Bredon Cricket Club is no exception.
Not only have matches been suspended because of the coronavirus crisis, but our crucial fund-raising events and bar takings have been hit too.
That is why I am calling for your help.
We need your support to keep the club – which has been part of village life in Bredon since 1890 – operating and ready to resume cricket when restrictions on sport are lifted.
Instead, we are asking that everyone who values the club – players and non-players alike – contributes just £10 for a social membership.
It will help us meet essential costs such as ground maintenance, league fees, utility bills and insurance.
If you are a player it will be the only membership fee you pay this season, regardless of what happens.
Everyone who takes out our social membership will be entitled to make use of our friendly clubhouse bar once we are allowed to re-open. It boasts the best ‘beer garden’ in the area, with magnificent views of Bredon Hill, and is a wonderful place to relax on a summer afternoon or evening.
Even if it is something you do not think you will use, we urge everyone who values community life in the Bredon area to take out a membership.
I understand that many of you will have your own financial concerns at the moment, but if you are able to contribute £10 it WILL help the club survive this crisis!
You can take out your membership using our new secure online payments system. Just click on the link below.
It is with great sadness that I have to report the sad passing of Bob Portch.
Bob was a member of the club for many years, and served on the committee for a good number of those years.
He took a great interest in supporting the junior section of the club, and his two sons, Henry and Tom, both enjoyed great success in our junior teams.
Bob was a quiet, unassuming man who was always willing to help in any way required for the benefit of the club either by coaching, umpiring, scoring and any other task that needed doing.
Our thoughts are with his family at this sad time.
RIP Bob.
Neil Hall Chairman
Members, former members and friends of Bredon Cricket Club form a guard of honour as Bob Portch’s funeral procession passes Hill Close
You will then be sent a request for the appropriate payment: £55 senior member, £25 junior member or £10 social member.
The new system will allow us to store membership details securely, collect payments efficiently and improve communication links with members.
The only cash payments now accepted (for those who unable to do so online) are for social memberships, and these can be made at the clubhouse bar.
Please note that registrations for All Stars (five to eight-year-olds) and Dynamos (aged eight to 11) must be made through the appropriate ECB website page (links below):
New to Bredon Cricket Club for 2020 is Dynamos Cricket for eight to 11-year-olds. Picture: ECB
New to Bredon Cricket Club for 2020 is Dynamos Cricket, which is backed by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB).
The new six-week coaching programme provides a fantastic next step for all those graduating from All Stars Cricket, and is the perfect introduction for all 8 to 11-year-olds new to the sport.
Complementing junior cricket, Dynamos provides children with a more social offer. It focuses on developing fundamental movement skills and applying them in an exciting game of countdown cricket.
We know how important it is to look like the heroes of the game, so every child who registers will receive their very own Dynamos Cricket New Balance T-shirt, personalised with their name and number.
The programme:
Children will use soft balls and light wooden bats
Minimum of six 60-90 minute sessions
Introduction to game play through a countdown cricket match
New Balance personalised T-shirt with name and number
Valuable time with your kids – mums and dads are encouraged to take part too
Complementary digital app experience
Safe and fully accredited
At the end of April the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) is launching a digital app experience to complement the Dynamos Cricket programme.
Packed with exclusive cricket content, quizzes and activities to practise at home and with friends, the app will allow your child to track their Dynamos Cricket journey as they progress, unlocking new content and skills challenges as they go.
Dynamos is aimed at complementing junior cricket, so children can do both if they wish! Find out more about junior cricket formats here.
Dynamos 2020 Cricket at Bredon costs £40 for a six-week programme. Register here.
For eight-year-olds who are totally new to the sport, or nervous about joining a Dynamos session, our All Stars Cricket may be more suitable.
All Stars Cricket is the perfect introduction for five to eight-year-olds, and teaches children the fundamental skills needed for cricket including catching, throwing and batting.
All Stars children are provided with a full kit bag of bat, ball, cap, personalised T-shirt and rucksack. Visit the ECB’s All Stars Cricket section for more details.
All Stars Cricket returns to Bredon Cricket Club for 2020
All Stars Cricket, the England and Wales Cricket Board’s entry-level coaching programme for children aged five to eight, returns to Bredon Cricket Club in spring 2020.
We regret to announce the death of club stalwart Vic Fenney
Bredon Cricket Club is sad to report the sad loss of long-time supporter Vic Fenney.
Vic had been involved with the club for more than 35 years, and could often be found at our Hill Close ground watching his sons Ian and Clive and grandchildren Tim, Rachel and Dom.
The funeral will take place at Fladbury crematorium on Monday, March 9, at 2pm.
Our thoughts are with the family at this sad time.
Entries to Bredon Cricket Club Tower Run 2020 are open
UPDATE, MARCH 2020: Sorry! The ongoing coronavirus crisis means we have had to cancel Bredon Cricket Club Tower Run 2020. We are so disappointed, but are sure you will agree it is the right thing to do. Entrance fees are being refunded into runners’ bank accounts automatically. We’ll be back next year. Until then, stay fit and well!
Registration for the Bredon Cricket Club Tower Run 2020 is open now!
The run, one of the most challenging and exhilarating in the Midlands, is returning for the fourth time.
This year’s it again starts and finishes at picturesque Bredon Cricket Club, Westmancote, Worcestershire, at 11am on Sunday, May 24, 2020.
The marshalled 10k route follows pretty country lanes, tracks and paths to the 299m summit of Bredon Hill.
The hilltop is marked by an Iron Age fort and the 18th-century Parson’s Folly tower, and it boasts glorious views of the surrounding countryside.
Entry costs £15 and includes a pre-race warm-up.
After the run, participants and their families and friends can enjoy some live music and a barbecue at the cricket club, where the fully licensed bar will be open. There were be a cricket match involving local sides to enjoy in the afternoon.
The tower run run is open to just 200 and is expected to be oversubscribed.
New this year is a 1500m (approximately) junior run for all ages under 17, starting and finishing at the cricket club. The route is on cricket and rugby pitches, safely away from any roads, and will be fully supervised. Entry is free and all participants receive a medal. The junior run begins at 10am.
Places will be allocated on a first-come-first-served basis.
Runners must be aged over 16.
All entrants receive a finisher’s medal, and there will be trophies for first male finisher, first female finisher and first member of Bredon Cricket Club to finish.
Cricket club chairman Neil Hall said: “We can’t wait welcome runners to our beautiful course in 2020.
“We hope the addition of the junior fun run will make it even more popular with families.”
Click on the link below to register and pay securely via EntryCentral, the secure sports event ticketing specialist.
Bredon Hill Tower Run 2020: Frequently asked questions
What is it?
A 10k trail run starting and finishing at Bredon Cricket Club and following pretty country lanes, tracks and paths to the 299m summit of Bredon Hill.
When is it?
Sunday, May 24, 2020.
How much does it cost to enter?
£15 (entry includes booking fee and finisher’s medal).
How do I enter?
Follow this link to register and pay securely online at EntryCentral. This is the only method of payment. You will be emailed a receipt and should bring this with you as proof of entry.
Can I pay on behalf of more than one person?
Yes. Just complete the entry form for each runner. When all your registrations are complete you can move through to the checkout and pay for them on one card.
How many runners will there be?
Open to a maximum of 200.
Where is it?
Bredon Cricket Club, Hill Close, Westmancote, near Tewkesbury GL20 7EU.
What time does it start?
The run starts and finishes at Bredon Cricket Club. The first runners set off at 11am, but entrants must arrive at the cricket ground before 10.30am to collect their race number and warm-up.
Does everyone start at the same time?
You will be given a chance when you register online to grade yourself as an expert, intermediate or beginner/fun runner. The expert runners start at the front of the field, the beginners/fun runners at the rear.
Parking at or near the cricket ground will be signposted on the day.
Can I get a refund if I withdraw from the run before it starts?
Sorry, there are no refunds. But your place can be reserved for next year.
What happens if I do not turn up for the race?
Your place will remain unfilled, but you will not be given a refund. Neither will you receive your finisher’s medal. You are not required to inform us in advance.
Is there a place where I can safely store my stuff during the run?
You may leave your gear in our unsecured clubhouse at your own risk, or lock it in your car.
When do I get my race number? How do I fasten it?
Report to the chief marshal when you arrive at the cricket ground. You will be given your race number. We will supply safety pins to attach it to your shirt/vest.
I want to watch the race as a spectator. Where is the best place to go?
The route follows rights of way, but paths are narrow in places so choose where you watch with consideration. The best spot is the summit of Bredon Hill, where there is plenty of space. Please follow the Countryside Code on Bredon Hill.
Are there any toilet facilities?
There are toilet facilities in the cricket club pavilion, and there will be a portable toilet.
Is the route clearly marked?
Parts will be signposted, and there will be lots of marshals. You will not need a map or navigation aid.
Can disabled people take part in, or watch the race?
Sorry, we are unable to offer facilities for disabled people. Anyone taking part or watching does so at their own risk.
How difficult will it be?
It is a challenging run, with steep gradients on both the uphill and downhill stretches. The terrain encompasses metalled lanes, stony tracks, and paths through fields and woods that may be muddy. But this is a fun event, and you should enjoy it. Go at your own pace… even if that means walking.
Do I need special trail shoes?
Trail shoes may be beneficial, especially in wet weather, but ordinary running shoes will be adequate.
What happens if there is bad weather on the day of the run?
It will only be called off in the event of extreme weather. We will post a notice on the club Facebook page on the morning of the run ONLY if it is cancelled.
Will water be supplied along the route?
No. Runners are responsible for their own hydration. Bottled water and soft drinks will be on sale in our licensed clubhouse bar before, during and after the run. Please do not drop empty drinks bottles along the route, which is through an area of outstanding natural beauty.
What happens after the run?
Finishers will be handed their medals as soon as they arrive back at the cricket ground. Later, trophies will be presented for the first male finisher, first female finisher, and first finisher who is a member of Bredon Cricket Club. We hope runners, friends and family will remain at the cricket ground to enjoy our hospitality. There will be live music and a barbecue. A cricket match involving local sides will be played in the afternoon. Our licensed bar will be open throughout.
What happens if all the places are gone when I try to register?
Please do not be too disappointed. Bredon Cricket Club Tower Run is an annual event. You will be given the option to join the waiting list for next year’s run, and will be alerted by email when entries for the 2021 run go on sale.
Can I be told the route in advance, and have a chance to run it?
The route uses public roads and footpaths, so anyone is free to run it in advance at their own risk. The route can be viewed and exported from Strava here.
Can I swap my place with someone?
No. This is not allowed for safety reasons.
Can I wear headphones?
Yes, but please be aware of other runners.
Can I run with my dog?
No. Runners are not allowed to take dogs on the route for safety reasons.
Can I seek sponsorship and take part in aid of a charity?
Bredon Cricket Club is donating a share of proceeds from the run to the Midlands Air Ambulance Charity, but you are free to seek sponsorship for a charity of your choice.
