Business Details
Your Premier Sports & Social Club in Northwich, Cheshire
Established in 1880, Barnton Cricket Club has been an integral part of Barnton village life for over 140 years. Our club serves as a vibrant community hub, offering a diverse range of sports and social activities to approximately 1200 members. We provide high-quality facilities for cricket, squash, padel, bowls, and various social events, fostering both competitive spirit and community engagement. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through our ClubMark accreditation, ensuring safe, child-focused coaching environments. With state-of-the-art facilities including two squash courts, two brand-new padel courts, and well-maintained bowling greens, we cater to athletes of all ages and abilities. Our dedicated sections for junior coaching, adult teams, and social memberships ensure there's something for everyone, from competitive players to casual participants.The club's lounge area hosts regular social events including quiz nights, poker school, and live sports screenings, creating opportunities for community connection beyond sports. We maintain strong ties with local schools and organisations, supporting youth development and community initiatives. Our experienced leadership team, including section chairs with decades of combined experience, ensures professional management of all activities. Whether you're seeking competitive sports, casual recreation, or community engagement, our club provides a welcoming environment for all.
Services
Cricket Teams
Squash Courts
Padel Courts
Bowls Teams
Function Suite
Junior Coaching
Darts Teams
Domino Teams
Kitchen Services
Social Events
Highlights and features
- We offer over 140 years of experience in sports and community engagement
- Our ClubMark accreditation ensures high coaching standards and child safety
- We provide diverse sports facilities including two brand-new padel courts
- Our squash courts are among the best-maintained in the county
- We host regular social events fostering community connections
Associations and certifications
- ClubMark
Services
Cricket Teams
We offer competitive cricket through two senior Saturday teams, a ladies softball team, and an Over 40s team. Our junior All Stars and Dynamos programs develop future talent. The men's first team recently reached the 20/20 club competition final while the second team earned promotion to Division 2. Our ClubMark accreditation ensures professional coaching standards and child safety.
Padel Courts
Our two brand-new outdoor padel courts operate daily from 8:00am to 10:00pm with last bookings at 9:00pm. We offer equipment hire through our keypad-controlled squash court foyer. The courts feature reduced rates for club members and are managed through the Playtomic booking app. We're exploring canopy installation for enhanced playing conditions.
Squash Courts
We maintain two of the county's best-maintained squash courts, recently refurbished for optimal play. Our four men's teams compete in divisions 2-5 while the ladies team plays in division 2 of the North West Counties Squash League. A Level 3 coach provides Friday evening junior sessions and our online booking system allows two-week advance reservations.
Bowls Teams
Our bowls section features 12 teams across multiple leagues including Mid-Cheshire Ladies League and Norley Afternoon League. We offer coaching sessions during the season and maintain practice facilities available most weekdays. The green can be hired for private functions with nominal fees applying for non-members.
Function Suite
Our versatile function suite hosts social events including quiz nights, bingo sessions, and poker school. The space features SKY TV and TNT sports channels for live match screenings. It's available for private hire and regularly hosts charity fundraising events supporting local causes.
People
Matt Morley
Cricket Section Chairman
Matt leads our cricket section, overseeing two senior teams, ladies softball, and junior development programs. He ensures competitive standards while maintaining the club's focus on player enjoyment and community engagement.
Lee Washburn
Squash Section Chairman
Lee manages our squash operations, including four men's teams and a ladies team competing in regional leagues. He coordinates court bookings and junior coaching while representing the club in regional competitions.
Questions
How can I join Barnton Cricket Club?
Download our membership form from the website or contact us directly. Members enjoy reduced court rates, discounted bar prices, and access to all sports facilities.
What are the padel court operating hours?
Our padel courts are open daily from 8:00am to 10:00pm with last bookings at 9:00pm. Court availability can be checked through the Playtomic app.
Do you offer junior sports programs?
Yes, we provide junior coaching for cricket, squash, and bowls. Our ClubMark accreditation ensures safe, professional coaching environments for young athletes.
Can I hire the function suite for private events?
Our function suite is available for private hire. Contact the club directly to discuss your requirements and check availability for social or corporate events.
Are non-members allowed to use facilities?
Non-members can access padel courts with equipment hire available. Bowls green access requires a nominal fee. Most facilities and events are open to both members and visitors.
Reviews (4)
Simon Alexander
Sep 29, 2021
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We had our wedding here at relatively short notice. But wow the girls really did us proud. Debbie was thrown in the deep end but her and her staff really cared about giving us a special day and they really did. Would 100% recommend. Everyone had a great time
Pauline Freeman
Jan 06, 2021
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The food was great as usual but as regards of people not mixing with other households that went out of the window. My friend booked 2 separate tables for us 4 as we were from different households but when we got there , there was a group of men together then 3 lads came in no face masks and lots of other people arrived and sat in groups!
Carole Willis
Jun 18, 2020
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Great food and drinks. Great bar staff and service. Great set up in the current climate
Anuradha Gajjala
Nov 20, 2018
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Beautiful club with huge ground. My husband plays matches here and its just a nice place to sit and watch game while sipping beer, as there is a nice good pub.
