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Dog Walks in Hampshire
On this day in 1756, Rover the dog was lost during a cricket match at Broadhalfpenny Down, and a reward was offered for his recovery—the...
3 days ago


Brigands Touring Team to Porto
Like fine wine and vintage port, Brigands have selected a well-aged beautiful squad for the forthcoming tour to Porto. Mike Beardall; A...
3 days ago


Annual Dinner 2025
The Brigands Annual Dinner is taking place on 4th October 2025 at The Bat & Ball. There will be speeches, awards, prizes, a raffle, and...
Aug 8


Over £10,000 raised at the cradle of cricket
Thank you to everyone who has supported our crowdfunding campaign to restore Broadhalfpenny Down to its former glory. This season, we...
Jul 10


Keeper of the Flame: Jack Russell Cricket Paintings
Few cricketers have left as vivid a mark on the game as Jack Russell — not only with gloves and bat, but with brush and palette. Known...
Jun 24


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...
Jun 23


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...
Jun 23


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...
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