Cricket skills with Durham Cricket: Gibside Summer of Play
Have wicket fun playing sport!
- Booking essential
- Free event (admission applies)
Bat, bowl, and field your way to success in this fun cricket skills session, where kids can learn techniques and improve their game with hands-on coaching.
Cricket skills is an under 18 event to get children moving and learning new skills within a team. Bring along a blanket to watch your child from the edge of the field.
If there are any no-shows on the day, we may be able to welcome a few extra children to join, so it’s always worth checking in.
Times
Prices
Event ticket prices
This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
Check admission pricesThe basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895
- Meeting point
The Play Paradise at Green Close Field, which is a 20 minute walk from Visitor Reception.
- What to bring and wear
SPF or raincoat - whatever the weather, there's always time to play
- Accessibility
There is a ramped incline from Visitor Reception to the start of the trail paths. There is a hard trail path to the Play Paradise. Activities will take place on the grass.
- Other
Stay all day: with temporary toilet facilities, picnic spots and even a tuck shop serving cold drinks, snacks and ice creams, there’s no need to leave the Play Paradise.
Upcoming events
History talk - an introduction to the history of Gibside
Get a taste for the history of Gibside with a Guided Walk volunteer.
History walk - the story of Gibside
Dive into the history of Gibside and take a walk with a Guided Walk volunteer around the 18th century landscape garden.
Free activities every day at Gibside: Summer of Play
A Summer of adventure is waiting at Gibside! Let imaginations soar, feet run wild, and creativity come to life at the Play Paradise.