The Thrumpton CC Management Committee has welcomed the ECB announcement that, in line with the latest Government guidelines, outdoor exercise to include cricket net practice can now be done with up to 6 people training (or 1 coach with 5 players).

The clubs volunteers have worked hard to make sure our facilities are ready for members who wish to exercise in the nets and our booking system is now open for those who have registered as a member of Thrumpton Cricket Club for the 2020 season.

Anyone not yet registered via the website will not be eligible to use the facilities.

As we are all becoming accustomed to, there are rules (summarised below) and it is essential that any member using the nets follows the latest Government advice on personal hygiene and social distancing at all times.

Updated ECB Guidance

For all activity, social distancing of at least two metres must be maintained at all times (except between members of the same household).
Playing cricket individually is permitted e.g. practice of individual cricket skills or fitness activities.
Playing cricket with people living in your household is permitted.
Small group cricket activity, training or fitness in groups of no more than six (6), is permitted, keeping two (2) metres apart at all times.
Cricket coaches, can now undertake small group sessions of up to six (6) people including the coach (1:5) and they must comply with ECB safeguarding policies (as well as being able to conduct one-to-one coaching).
Nets should be used on an ‘every other’ basis, leaving one net free between nets. Note that for nets within a security fence, occupancy numbers could be limited by social distancing requirements.
It is permissible for two or more groups of six (6) to train at the same time provided they are kept separate, and social distancing and strict hygiene measures are observed. However, clubs should carry out a risk assessment to determine the maximum capacity for their facility that can be achieved safely whilst maintaining social distancing and not exceeding the current limits on training group size.
Clubhouses can be reopened in a limited way for operational reasons (e.g. for access to first aid equipment) or for toilet access (see below) but all communal areas including bar, changing rooms etc. are to remain closed for general use.
Toilet facilities can be opened if the venue wishes, but particular care should be taken by those using them and those cleaning them. Where they are open, venues must ensure soap and water is provided and they are cleaned regularly.
No indoor cricket activity at all.
We recommend using your own equipment if possible. If equipment is being shared, please follow UK Government’s guidance on the sharing of equipment. Players should stick to using one ball in training either by bringing their own or being assigned a numbered ball that is cleaned in between sessions.
No saliva or sweat should be applied to the ball at any time.
Wash hands at home before and after using the outdoor facilities. Bring your own hand sanitiser where possible.

To comply with the ECB’s requirements, Thrumpton CC has:

A booking system for outdoor space (nets only).
The capability to advise individuals when booking to check for symptoms of COVID-19 and in turn to advise individuals when booking that - in line with current Government guidance - if they are symptomatic, living in a household with a possible COVID-19 infection or if they are classified as extremely vulnerable on health grounds, they should remain at home and follow Government guidance
A sanitation procedure between use/booking.
A representative of the club on site during the hours that the outdoor facilities are open for use.
Gates which will be locked when facilities are not open.
Updated signage and access points.

Thrumpton CC will also ensure that all members who use the facilities:

Are registered members and have made a booking.
Have checked for symptoms of COVID-19.
Avoid public transport if at all possible.
Comply with the conditions of use.

All Senior players are asked to note the following before making a booking.

Please read through the PDF Documents below to familiarise yourself with what is expected of you.
Times are available via this calendar, and each booking will be for strict 1 hour slots for exercide, we will then allow a minimum 30 minutes crossover time inbetween each booking.
Members must leave the ground as soon as the 60 minute net session is complete.
Hire is free of charge to members.
Please note the pavillion will not be open, so there will be no toilet or hand washing facilities, it is suggested you wash your hand before leaving the house and then wash them as soon as you return home, unless you bring your own sanitiser.
The ground should be left as you found it and please take all your rubbish home.

To make a booking, please message:

Mark Sampson on 07501 437691 or Yusuf Javed on 07530 825715 with the below details: