Kendal Cricket Club
28-30 Shap Rd, Kendal LA9 6BZ
Kendal Cricket Club is a historic and active community sports hub located on Shap Road in Kendal, Cumbria. Established in 1836, it is one of the oldest continuously operating cricket clubs in the region, proudly competing in the Northern Premier Cricket League. Known for its welcoming atmosphere and picturesque backdrop of the Cumbrian fells, the club serves as both a sporting venue and an essential community asset.
Motorhome and Campervan Stopovers
The club operates a highly popular overnight pub stopover program in its spacious, level car park.
Cost & Payment: Overnight parking is £10 per night. Payment can be made directly at the clubhouse bar or securely left in the wall-mounted honesty box at reception.
Pitch Experience: The hardstanding car park provides excellent, unobstructed views directly overlooking the cricket pitch, offering a quiet and safe environment.
Booking: While drop-ins are possible, the club's status makes it highly recommended to call ahead at 01539 724269 to confirm evening availability, especially during match days.
On-Site Facilities
Water & Waste: There is a dedicated outdoor freshwater tap for tank refills and rubbish bins for general waste.
Sanitation: Visitors have access to clean, modern indoor toilets located inside the clubhouse during bar operating hours.
Restrictions: There are no electric hookups (EHU) or grey/black chemical waste disposal points on-site.
Pet Policy: The club ground and clubhouse lounge are completely dog-friendly.
Clubhouse & Nearby Dining
The fantastic clubhouse bar features an outdoor beer garden area and serves a wide selection of reasonably priced drinks, traditional cask ales, and standard bar snacks. The bar opens primarily on weekends, match days, and club event nights (note that it is typically closed on Wednesday evenings).
For a complete meal, a highly rated traditional pub sits directly across the street. The Duke of Cumberland is dog-friendly and serves excellent classic pub grub, burgers, and Sunday roasts between 12:00 PM and 8:00 PM.
