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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.

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Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The 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.

Contact info

Central Box Office

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