The Bat & Ball is closely associated with the history of cricket and part of the charm of Broadhalfpenny Brigands cricket. The pub has spent the start of this year undergoing a refurbishment, and as part of the relaunch, is sponsoring the 2026 Fixture Card. We look forward to pre and post-match refreshments in our favourite pub this Summer.

Only 9 weeks to go until the start of the village cricket season at Broadhalfpenny Down. There are some enticing and diverse new fixtures; The Refreshers, Birmingham Unicorns, and Shipwreck all make their first pilgrimage to the birthplace of First Class cricket. We host Wellington Wanderers from New Zealand on their UK tour, and welcome back the Strolling Optimists from Oxfordshire after a long absence from the Down. Other than that, it's familiar foes and friendly faces, in

Broadhalfpenny Brigands 2025 fixture list has just been published and features a reassuring mix of traditional fixtures and a handful of...