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Leigh Cricket Club's 325 Years

Thursday, 17 July 2025 18:21

By Martin Webber

Ian Bishop of Leigh Cricket Club tells us about a special game against the M.C.C. taking place on Friday 25th July 2025.

The match is to mark the 325th anniversary of Leigh Cricket Club being formed.

It’s one of the 5 or 6 oldest cricket clubs still in existence and is located on the green at the heart of the village.

Full details on how to join the club are on its website:
https://leighkent.play-cricket.com/Aboutus

On Thursday Drivetime on West Kent Radio, Zac Daunt-Jones spoke at length to club captain Ian Bishop about his involvement in the club, its importance to village life and the club's long history.  Listen here:

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