CROQUET IN LEICESTER

Leicester Croquet Club
Established  25 Years   1985 - 2010

A sociable game for both sexes of all ages

Leicester Croquet Club was formed in 1985. We play on an excellent bowling green surface at Victoria Park situated on the main A6 London Road on the edge of the city. Club play usually takes place on Sunday afternoons and Monday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings. The season usually runs from late April to early October. In the close season we usually hold a couple of social events.

The Club is well equipped and we have an adjacent clubroom in the park pavilion with the usual facilities for refreshments and washrooms.

We always welcome new members whether beginners or with some expertise. For beginners we run an annual "Learn To Play" course over 3 to 4 weeks early in the season. Membership is open to all ages and both sexes. All that is required is a pair of flat-soled shoes; all other necessary equipment can be supplied by the club. Coaching for club members is also held during the season by C.A.official club coaches. 

The club belongs to The East Midlands Federation of Croquet Clubs and we compete in local, regional and national competitions annually. This on an individual and team basis.  We also hold our own club tournaments for members. Over the years we have enjoyed considerable success in such competitions.

Croquet can be played on equal terms by everyone young and old, male and female either as a gentle social activity or as a competitive sport. There are many fine croquet players with disabilities. Although croquet is widely portrayed as a genteel pastime played on vicarage and college lawns there is, in fact, a series of keenly contested club, team and individual competitions and tournaments staged annually throughout the country.

We regularly hold special sessions for social clubs such W.I. and Round Table and are always willing to arrange corporate and hospitality events upon request at a small charge per head. Please contact us for full details. Refreshments can also be arranged to coincide with these events. Alternatively see our list of numerous places to eat and drink nearby.

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