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Broadhalfpenny Brigands News


On this day, 1772 and 2022
Tuesday 23 June 1772 was market day in Hambledon, Hampshire and on that day the first designated first-class match was due to take place...
9 hours ago


Chairman's Update
It is mid-June, and we are nicely into a busy 2025 cricket season. Nine games played out of a total of 21 afternoon games we have in the...
10 hours ago


20 days left of crowdfunding
For the benefit of Hambledon Cricket Club, Broadhalfpenny Brigands Cricket Club, and the wider Hampshire cricket community ... if you...
6 days ago


Down the Lens
We featured Simon Arnold last time, but the world-class photographer roster is deep at Broadhalfpenny Down. Patrick Edgar, Ryan Pierse,...
Jun 12


The best cricket ground in England needs you
Hambledon Cricket Club & Broadhalfpenny Brigands Cricket Club will be the main beneficiaries of pitch and ground improvements from the...
Jun 3


Rewards from Crowdfunding
Did you know that there are two ways of making a donation through our crowdfunding? A simple cash donation, online or bank transfer...
May 30


Life Vice Presidents
At any cricket club, the title of Life Vice President is among the highest honours that can be bestowed. It recognises individuals who...
May 28


The Final Cut
In the first 3 weeks since launch, more than 80,000 people have watched The Final Cut, a film that features Brigands and Broadhalfpenny...
May 19


A rare Brigands away fixture
Broadhalfpenny Brigands play most of their games at home, and any away fixture must be within a six-hit of a drinking establishment. We...
May 16


The (important) middle overs
In a One Day International, after the power play with its bountiful scoring opportunities, is the tricky middle-overs phase. We are in...
May 15


Best of British
This week marked the 80th anniversary of VE Day, a moment to honour the bravery of those who helped bring the Second World War to its...
May 12


Down the lens
We have welcomed so many world-class photographers to Broadhalfpenny Down. Patrick Eager, Ryan Pierse, Mark Aspland, Dave Vokes, Dave...
May 9


The Final Cut
A film about Harry Bates and the Spirit of Broadhalfpenny Down premieres The story follows Harry and his wife Nina through their final...
May 9


The Great Grey Granite Slabs Scam?
By Bill Evershed At first, I thought I had become a victim of the Great Grey Granite Slabs Scam. But it all turned out fine when the...
May 8


Memorial Plaque Unveiled
To commemorate the 250th anniversary of the first First Class match at Broadhalfpenny Down, supporters were asked to buy a plaque as part...
Apr 28
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