Walking Cricket has been developing across the UK over the last 10 years, with the aim to make cricket accessible for all ages and abilities. It is still the traditional game but has been adapted to a slower paced version.
To learn more and see it in action Walking Cricket
The aim is to provide:
- physical activity
- support people to continue playing cricket
- provide a new activity to those who have never tried the game
- provide an opportunity for those experiencing social isolation
Walking cricket is not only a slower paced version of the game, it is also played with a softer ball and is usually played indoors. The game allows every participant to move around and have a go as well as score and umpire, providing both mental and physical activity.
The playing of the game is as important as the time afterwards to catch up with a cuppa.
Find a Walking Cricket session near you:
The following walking cricket programmes are available across kent:
Folkestone – Mondays 10.00 – 12.00
Walking Cricket runs on Monday mornings, at the Three Hills Sport Park, Cheriton Road, Folkestone. The session starts at 10:00, with each session ending with a cuppa and a catch-up. The session is open to new members, £3 per session.
Canterbury – Tuesdays 10:00 -12:00
Venue: Canterbury Christ Church Sports Hall
Swale – Thursdays 10.00 – 12.00
Venue: Swallows Leisure Centre, Central Avenue, Sittingbourne
Medway Walking Cricket Thursdays 13:00 – 15:00
Strood Sports Centre, Humber Crescent, Strood, Kent, ME2 2DX
Thanet Walking Cricket – Session now completed and will be reconfirmed.
Ramsgate Leisure Centre, High St, Ramsgate, England, CT11 9TT
For information on any of the Walking Cricket courses or to find out more about how you can get involved please contact Kent Cricket Community Trust below.