About Sidmouth Croquet Club

Sidmouth Croquet Club

Spectator's guide

	CROQUET is a fascinating game combining skill and tactics (not unlike those of snooker) in a friendly environment; the game is suitable for all ages and fitness levels. New members are most welcome, with coaching provided for beginners. Sidmouth Croquet Club is situated in a beautiful location adjacent to the cricket pitch and overlooking the sea. We have four superb lawns which are open from April to October. There are no lawn fees so members can play as often as they wish at no extra cost. New members can borrow club mallets in their first year but from the second year are expected to purchase their own; all other equipment is supplied by the club. There are no special dress requirements other than "whites" to be worn for internal tournaments and matches against other clubs; Otherwise, all you need are flat-soled shoes.


	Social Life Croquet was played in Sidmouth as early as 1900 as part of the original Sidmouth Cricket, Tennis, Croquet & Hockey Club. Members enjoy full clubhouse facilities with bar and in-house catering. Social events continue throughout the year and include bridge, whist, table tennis and ladies' snooker as well as regular club events. There are 2 car parks within walking distance of the club.
	Tournaments Five internal tournaments are contested by members throughout the year, as well as several one-or two-day events.Sidmouth has also hosted prestigious events such as the Selectors' Weekend when some of the country's best players can be seen in action.
As well as holding internal tournaments, competitions and playing league matches the Club is affiliated to the Croquet Association which holds at least three open tournaments annually at Sidmouth, with players coming from all over Great Britain and beyond to compete. The club is also a member of the South West Federation of Croquet Clubs whose website features SW Federation match league tables and results.

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