CRICKET
BRINGING CRICKET INTO OUR COMMUNITY
Burnley FC in the Community run a variety of Cricket sessions in our local area, to help people of all ages develop their skills and confidence, make new social connections and improve their health and wellness.
Each of our sessions are tailored towards a different audience so pick the session for you, book your place and come and join in the fun.
Bertie’s Cricket Stars is perfect for introducing young people, between the ages of 4-9, into the world of Cricket! The sessions will include cricket fundamentals through fun games and activities.
For more information, please contact Sam: sam.ash@burnleyfc.com
Our Cricket Academy is for young people aged 16-18 years old, studying at Nelson and Colne College.
We run four training sessions per week and play regular fixtures alongside your course at Nelson and Colne College.
To find out more about our cricket academy please click here
Walking Cricket at The Leisure Box is an affordable and enjoyable way to get active, meet new people and support your physical and mental wellbeing. There’s no need to book – simply turn up and pay on the day, for just £2 per session.
Open to adults aged 18+, our sessions welcome players of all abilities and experience levels. Whether you’re returning to cricket after some time away, looking for a new way to stay active or picking up a bat for the first time, everyone is welcome.
Each session includes a mixture of cricket skills, games and friendly activities, all delivered in a relaxed and supportive environment. Participants also have opportunities to represent the group in friendly matches and tournaments throughout the year, adding a little friendly competition for those who want it.
Sessions are delivered and supervised by qualified ECB coaches who ensure a safe, welcoming and enjoyable experience for everyone.
Sessions run on Mondays from 12:00pm to 1:00pm at The Leisure Box.
The programme will restart on Monday 7th September and run through to Monday 7th December. Please note there will be no session during half term on Monday 26th October, and you will not be charged for that week.
Come along, get active and enjoy the social side of the game with Walking Cricket at The Leisure Box.
New to Walking Cricket?
If this will be your first experience of our walking cricket sessions, we’d love to give you the opportunity to come along and see what it’s all about.
To arrange a free trial or find out more, please contact Sport Development Manager Sam Ash at sam.ash@burnleyfc.com.
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FOR MORE INFORMATION
For more information on our Cricket Programmes, please contact Sports Development Manager, Sam Ash, email sam.ash@burnleyfc.com
For more information on our Safeguarding Policy and Procedures please contact Sharon Swindells, Safeguarding Manager at Burnley FC in the Community or view our safeguarding page here.