Cricket is a fun way to improve your cardiovascular fitness, agility and hand-eye coordination. We offer indoor cricket nets in the Students’ Union building and outdoor nets at Wide Lane Sports Ground.
Our indoor and outdoor cricket nets offer a safe, enclosed environment for both batters and bowlers to work on their technique.
Available to:
You must book a session to use the nets.
The Students' Union has cricket clubs for those interested in improving technique and playing competitively.
You can also:
You must be 17 or older to use the nets. If you’re younger than 17, you must be accompanied by an adult member at all times.
Membership type
Cost
Membership type
:Member
Cost
:Free
Membership type
:Pay as you go (staff and public)
Cost
:£7.49 per person
Membership type
:Pay as you go (student)
Cost
:£5.99
Membership type
:Child
Cost
:£3.99
Nets must be booked in advance.
Membership type
When you can book
Membership type
:Member
When you can book
:7 days in advance
Membership type
:Pay as you go
When you can book
:2 days in advance
You can also:
Only the person who made the booking can cancel it. Please cancel a session you will not attend at least 4 hours in advance. Non-members who cancel at least 4 hours in advance will get a credit for the fees paid.
If you're not coming to a session that you've booked and do not tell us, you may be fined £5.99. Your membership may also be suspended until you pay it.
You must wear non-marking shoes. If you're not sure whether your shoes are non-marking, try the non-marking shoes test.
You must wear suitable clothing while playing cricket. You'll be asked to leave if you wear jeans while playing.