About Poulton Cricket Club

Where is Poulton?
Poulton is a pretty Cotswold village in Gloucestershire, approximately five miles from the Roman town of Cirencester.  It is not, as some people believe, anywhere near Bristol.  The club play at 'Englands' in the heart of the village and the ground is often used for area representative matches, thanks mainly to its carefully prepared wicket and wide open outfield.

How long has Poulton CC existed?
Poulton was formed  in 1891 and played at the Poulton Priory for nearly 90 years before moving to their present home in 1979.   Poulton is known for being one of the friendliest clubs in the area and the tradition of playing against other local villages stretches back over three different centuries. 

Are Poulton CC any good?
It was the first winner of the newly formed Cirencester & District League back in 1987 and the club is now going through perhaps the most successful period of its 111 year history, both on and off the field.  Plans for a new pavillion are in the advanced planning stages and the 12-strong committee works tirelessly to ensure that all areas of the club run smoothly.  The club has two Saturday league teams, one Sunday friendly team and a midweek league and cup side.  The Saturday 1st XI joined the Gloucestershire County League in 1999 and has just won two successive promotions, both as champions, so will play in Division 3 of the GCL in 2002.  They will be aiming to catch up with bigger local town teams such as Fairford, Cirencester and Tetbury in the next couple of years.  The newly reformed 2nd XI finished in a respectable mid-table position in Division 3 of the Cirencester & District League in 2001 and hopes are high for the coming season.  The midweek side came runners-up in the Stroud & Swindon Knockout Cup of 2001, losing out to a strong Cirencester team at The Park in the final.

How can I play for Poulton?
New players are always made to feel welcome so if you want to come and join us, e-mail the address below or keep an eye out for details of our net sessions which will proceed the forthcoming season.

Anything else I should know?
Joan's teas are the best in the county, top beer and tucker can be had at the Falcon Inn only 200 yards away, Postman Pat once opened our annual fete and Judith Hann (Tomorrow's World) is our most famous fan.