The Crease — Est. MDCCCXCI
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Est. MDCCCXCI  ·  Since 1891

The Crease

The Game. The Ground. The Brotherhood.

Two Grounds.
One Legacy.

Our grounds have hosted county cricketers, touring sides, and The Ashes preparatory matches since 1891. Each pitch tells a story.

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The Pavilion Ground
Ground I
The Pavilion Ground
Est. 1891 · Capacity 800 · Championship Pitch
The Meadow Ground
Ground II
The Meadow Ground
Est. 1923 · Capacity 300 · Members & Coaching

Season 2026

This Season's Fixtures

April 18, 2026
The Crease XI vs Surrey Heritage CC
The Pavilion Ground · 10:30 AM
Members Match
May 3–4, 2026
Spring Invitational · Two-Day Match
The Pavilion Ground · All Day
Invitational
May 17, 2026
Academy Showcase Day
The Meadow Ground · 11:00 AM
Academy
June 7, 2026
The Crease vs Lord's Taverners
The Pavilion Ground · 10:00 AM
Charity
July 12, 2026
Midsummer Gala — Pairs Tournament
Both Grounds · All Day
Annual Gala
August 29, 2026
Season Finale & Dining Evening
The Pavilion Ground · 12:00 PM
Season Finale
The Pavilion Interior
Michelin
Dining Room
Since 1953

Where Cricket Meets Civilisation

Constructed in 1891 and sympathetically restored in 2008, the Grade II listed pavilion houses our long room, members' library, Michelin-recognised dining room, and a private bar stocked exclusively with single-estate bottles.

The Long Room overlooks the Pavilion Ground directly — so every luncheon is accompanied by the sound of leather on willow.

135
Years of History
<200
Members Worldwide
2
Heritage Grounds

An Invitation to the Brotherhood

Three membership categories. All require nomination by two existing members and endorsement by the Committee. Annual intake of no more than twelve new members.

Associate
Fielder
£2,400 / year
  • Access to The Meadow Ground
  • 16 match-day seats per season
  • Pavilion dining (weekdays)
  • Academy programme access
  • Members' newsletter
Learn More
Founding Legacy
Patron
By Selection
  • All Pavilion Member benefits
  • Permanent seat at The Long Room
  • Private dining room access
  • Named scholarship endowment
  • Governance & committee vote
  • Legacy plaque in pavilion
Enquire
The Crease Academy

Developing the Next Generation of Cricketers

Since 1968, The Crease Academy has produced three England Test cricketers and over forty county professionals. Our coaching faculty comprises former Test players committed to the classical traditions of the game.

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Junior Academy
Ages 8–16 · Seasonal intake
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Masters Programme
Members-only coaching residency
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Specialist Clinics
Batting, Bowling, Wicket-Keeping
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Scholarship
Full bursary for exceptional talent
Discover the Academy

Limited Membership

An Invitation Cannot
Be Purchased. Only Earned.

The Crease admits no more than twelve new members in any calendar year. If you believe you share our values — for the game, for the land, and for the brotherhood — we invite you to enquire.

Seek Membership Contact the Secretary