From Monday 9th March 2026 To Sunday 15th March 2026 #AFAW

Who’s joining us for “Quiz Night” on Thursday 12th March 2026, 8:00pm Start?

Lukas Ruane is working outdoors in temperatures of minus 20C – after enrolling for national service in Finland.

Our 2nd XI opening batsman who is from North Duffield, has just begun 165 days of mandatory service at Utti Air Base, in the south-east of Finland.

Born in 2006 to a Finnish mother who settled down in the village six years earlier with her English husband, Lukas is carrying out the compulsory service Finland requires of every male citizen aged 18 to 60.

After initial service, conscripts join the reserves, usually remaining liable for call-up in an emergency for at least 30 years.

It’s a duty carried out by all of the men on his mother Sanna’s side of the family, who Lukas said had all served on the same base where he landed on January 5 and with the same regiment he is attached to.

He said: “I feel that if I want to keep my claim to the Finnish passport, I had to do it.

“I didn’t want to be exempted and want to be able to defend my family too if needs be.

“It’s also been a great life experience living in a different country, and it’s also mentally and physically demanding”.

Lukas said from a very young age he has always wanted to go into the military and was a cadet at 110 (City of York) Squadron ATC in Burton Stone Lane for nearly four years.

Meeting “a lot of people on the base from opposite ends of the spectrum to my own, who are motivated in different ways to undertake the national service has been a great experience”, he said.

“I’m pretty sure I’m the only person here who hasn’t lived in Finland”.

“Everyone knows because I have quite an accent”.

“I don’t get treated any differently, apart from the odd extra bit of explaining from a corporal”.

Lukas said he’s been drawing strength from an “untranslatable Finnish word – sisu – the closest parallel over here being never give up” and is seen as part of its national identity.

His attachment training so far has matched all of his expectation, he said, with the end of one march of 20 kilometres wearing 35kg of kit helping him “get used to being outside, cold and miserable”.

He said: “I’d completed the final part of our war games – a patrol lasting two hours at minus 20C and had begun the process of winding down.

“As soon as I got into my sleeping bag in the tent an almighty explosion went off.

“I had to then put all my gear back on and into a foxhole and we began again.”

The dual-citizen explained to Finnish news organisation Kouvolan Sanomat that his roots on his mother’s side are in Ummeljoki, a village around 15 miles from the base.

Lukas has spent some of his downtime there enjoying meat stews cooked by his grandmother.

He said he wouldn’t join the Finnish military after this part of his service but is keeping his options open, saying he would be returning to the UK after his tour overseas ends in the summer, but very much wants to be a part of public service wherever he is.

He said: “It’s been a great experience and all my friends here in the UK – many of whom are militarily minded – think it’s pretty cool to be doing what I’m doing”.

His father Shaun said: “Lukas is proud to be both half-English and half-Finnish.

“We know how long he’s been wanting to do it and we knew it would be an unforgettable experience for him, not only to be in Finland for so long, but also for him to meet all sorts of Finnish people, from every walk of life.

“To say we are proud doesn’t do Lukas justice, we are especially proud of the type of values he demonstrates for someone his age”.

Lukas is expected to return to the UK sometime in June, just in time for him to push for a place in the squad of the Finnish national men’s cricket team, who he has toured with.

In August, the team is taking part in regional cricket world cup qualifiers.

Using seasonal flowers and foliage, Kathryn and Gemma from Thistle & Twine will help you create an Easter floral arrangement in this friendly and relaxed workshop. All materials will be provided.

To book, email: thistle_twine@outlook.com or call Kathryn on: 07852 917246.

Delicious refreshments will be available to purchase from New Farnley CC Cafe Bar & Dining throughout the workshop.

Our 2026 Teamwear range is now available to order, from playing kit, casual wear and accessories.

Please take a look at the collection here.

Buy now

Don’t forget it’s Cash Bingo Night on Thursday 5th March 2026 #eyesdown

I have recently spoken to John Baldwin (Chairman) and the Cricket Committee (Andrew Langley – Manager, Andrew Lawson – Coach and Aidan Langley – 1st XI Captain) as we are having a new coloured kit for the first team who are currently the National T20 Champions.

We would be looking for a business/company to be our front of shirt sponsor and this includes club membership for two. We would like to agree that it is this per year for two years ideally.

As New Farnley Cricket Club look to the future, the club is now inviting businesses and organisations to partner with us by sponsoring our Senior and Junior teams. Sponsorship provides excellent exposure within the local community and across league competitions, while helping to support grassroots and senior cricket.

If you would like to learn more about our sponsorship opportunities, please contact:

noel.bullock@newfarnleycc.co.uk

We look forward to working with new partners as we continue to grow and build on our recent successes.

You are more than welcome to come along and support our local scout group by raising funds for camping equipment, activities etc. If anyone would like to sponsor the group, that would be fabulous. The different sections are doing numbers of laps around the outfield. For more information, please contact Bronwyn Gregory.

Friends and family of New Farnley Cricket Club are welcome #getinvolved

Opening batsman Aidan Langley off the back of 1700 club runs last year and captaining the T20 team to National Success will take on the first team captaincy.

Aidan started at the club in the under 15s and has progressed through the second team to become first team captain.

Bring on 2026 💚💛

Following an historic season for the club, Alex Lilley has chosen to hand over the 1st XI captaincy.
His time as captain delivered:

2 League titles, Heavy Woollen Cup Winners, Rigg Bash T20 Group A Winners, National Vitality Club T20 Cup Winners, and an unbeaten 2025 league campaign.

Alex remains a key member of the 1st team.

We are holding a Junior Parents Q&A & Signing On Evening this Thursday, 6:15pm Meet For A 6:30pm Start

The club will not be open on Saturday 14th February 2026 due to a wedding reception. New Farnley CC Cafe Bar & Dining will be open as normal from 09:00 until 12:00.

Who tied the knot on Thursday and had their reception at New Farnley Cricket Club. The room transformation by Elite Event Hire was absolutely amazing and Original Discos kept on playing the tunes late into the night. From the Bride “Had the best day! Thank you so much to Rachel Dalby and Noel Bullock for all your help! We will be up shortly for some brekkie”.

We are delighted to announce that Abhay Negi will be returning as our overseas player for 2026. Abhay was integral to our success last year and his presence will be a real boost both on and off field.

We look forward to welcoming Abhay and his wife Mounika back to Lawns Lane!

Big thanks to Rob @WSX Cricket for his help in getting this over the line.

✨ STEAK & SEAFOOD NIGHT IS COMING ✨

Join us for an unforgettable evening of delicious food and great company!!!

📍 New Farnley Cricket Club
📅 Wednesday 25th February 2026
🕖 Arrive from 7:00pm | 🍽️ Dinner served at 7:30pm
🔥 Enjoy our mouth-watering set menu:
👉 2 Courses – £25pp
👉 3 Courses – £29pp
📌 Pre-booking only — spaces are limited, so be sure to book early!
Please let us know of any dietary requirements when booking so we can cater to your needs.
📞 To book your table, contact Michael Gardiner on: 07739 537109.
We can’t wait to welcome you! 🥂💫
Tag your Steak/Seafood-loving friends and make it a night to remember! 👇👇

The café is closed at 10:30am today due to a wake.

Winter Opening Hours commencing from 05/01/26 #AFAW

Thanks to Joe Bedford, Katie Bedford and Kevin Eaglestone for a great afternoon yesterday keeping everyone entertained with a Quiz, Play Your Cards Right and Jenga #SuperSunday

New Farnley Foxes are running 2k a day in January for families facing baby loss. They’ve committed to running 2k a day in January for every much-loved baby sadly not here today. Sands ensure that everyone affected by the loss of a baby gets the support they need and deserve when facing the toughest of times. They campaign for change, provide training for midwives and healthcare professionals, and support research so that fewer babies die and so that less families experience the tragedy of losing their baby. Anything you are able to donate means so much. Please donate what you can via this link:

If you would like to join us on a walk around the local area please be in the car park at 2:00pm, this usually lasts about an hour or so. Sunderland vs Leeds United will also be showing in the club, 2:00pm Kick-Off. Quiz, Play Your Cards Right and Giant Jenga will start around 4:00pm after the football has finished. Cash prizes up for grabs, small fee to enter. In the past it’s been great to have some additional prizes to give out. So if people have any unwanted Xmas gifts, i.e. chocolate, wine etc then please can these be brought to the club on the day? This has been a great event over the last few years so we hope to see plenty of you there again, and please share far and wide as it would be good to see some new faces!!!

Merry Christmas Everyone ☃️🎄🎅🍻🏏

1st Prize – Large Hamper
👤 Lucy Swallow | 🎟 Ticket 00075

2nd Prize – Small Hamper
👤 Marlene | 🎟 Ticket 00273

3rd Prize – £500 Off Voucher (Right Price Windows & Doors)
👤 Christina Hiscoe | 🎟 Ticket 01470

4th Prize – Bottle of Champagne
👤 Bill Hepworth | 🎟 Ticket 01655

5th Prize – Glen Marnoch Whisky
👤 Kieran (C/O Lucy Swallow) | 🎟 Ticket 00016

6th Prize – Ring Rapid Tyre Inflator
👤 Chris B (C/O Lucy Swallow) | 🎟 Ticket 00115

7th Prize – Ring Cordless Digital Tyre Inflator
👤 Emma McLaughlin | 🎟 Ticket 01395

8th Prize – Famous Grouse Whisky & Men’s Baylis & Harding Set
👤 K Gilly | 🎟 Ticket 01494

9th Prize – Aperol Spritz Set
👤 Usher (C/O Lucy Swallow) | 🎟 Ticket 00052

10th Prize – Port Set
👤 Katie Bedford | 🎟 Ticket 00499

11th Prize – Ring 6A Smart Battery Charger & Maintainer
👤 Richard Smith | 🎟 Ticket 01113

12th Prize – Ring Ultra Boost 1500A 12V Lithium Jump Starter
👤 Elaine Holmes | 🎟 Ticket 01322

13th Prize – Prosecco & Chocolates (Tub)
👤 Chris Locke | 🎟 Ticket 01722

14th Prize – Prosecco & Chocolates (Tub)
👤 Jemma Tipler | 🎟 Ticket 01295

15th Prize – Ring Digital Tyre Pressure & Depth Gauge
👤 Steve Gale | 🎟 Ticket 01290

16th Prize – Osram LED Inspect Pro Torch 1200
👤 Peter Baldwin | 🎟 Ticket 00751

17th Prize – Red Wine, White Wine & Chocolates (Tub)
👤 Pat Banks | 🎟 Ticket 01674

18th Prize – Large Red Wine & Dairy Milk
👤 Katy Burns | 🎟 Ticket 01529

19th Prize – Large Red Wine & Roses
👤 Chris Blackshaw | 🎟 Ticket 00255

20th Prize – 2 White Wines & Terry’s Chocolate Orange
👤 Lee Wild | 🎟 Ticket 01462

21st Prize – 2 White Wines & Gift Set
👤 Vivienne Dwyer | 🎟 Ticket 01696

22nd Prize – Jonas & James Gift Set
👤 Danielle Suggitt | 🎟 Ticket 01736

23rd Prize – Prosecco & Terry’s Chocolate Orange
👤 C Peel | 🎟 Ticket 01698

We have the following dates available for venue hire at really competitive rates:

Saturday 27th December 2025
Friday 2nd January 2026
Saturday 3rd January 2026
Sunday 4th January 2026
Friday 9th January 2026
Sunday 11th January 2026
Friday 16th January 2026
Saturday 17th January 2026
Sunday 18th January 2026
Friday 23rd January 2026
Sunday 25th January 2026
Friday 30th January 2026

Contact noel.bullock@newfarnleycc.co.uk at your earliest convenience for more details.

We’re now exactly one week away before we draw our Christmas Raffle which will be conducted during the interval of Christmas Carols on Wednesday 24th December 2025. Tickets can be purchased from behind the bar at £1.00 per ticket or £5.00 per book. All proceeds will be going towards our junior section.

The Scotland Men’s U19 squad that will compete at the forthcoming ICC Men’s U19 World Cup in Zimbabwe and Namibia will feature Yorkshire CCC and New Farnley youngster Max Chaplin.

Bradford Premier League prospect Chaplin helped Scotland make the finals with victory in the ICC Europe Qualifier in August.

The 15-strong squad will fly to South Africa on December 30 for a training camp at Potchefstroom, before heading to Zimbabwe for warmup games against India in Bulawayo and Bangladesh in Harare.

The tournament begins for Scotland on January 15 when they take on hosts Zimbabwe in Harare, followed by matches against Pakistan and England.

Congratulations to our very own Max Chaplin who has been named in the Scotland squad for the 2026 ICC Men’s #U19WorldCup 

Please read and digest

The club is open from 6:00pm until 11:00pm tonight and we will be showing the Leeds United vs Chelsea Football Club game in the Premier League, 8:15pm Kick-Off #ALAW

I’m delighted to be joining such a great club and hope to help continue its success in the years ahead. After beginning my senior cricket career in the Huddersfield League, with enjoyable and successful spells at Skelmanthorpe and Honley, I’m now really looking forward to the new challenge that the Bradford League will bring.

Come and join us for our annual 10K Run around the beautiful local area on Wednesday 31st December 2025. We’ll be leaving New Farnley Cricket Club shortly after 10:00am. Afterwards, back to the club for hot sandwiches and a few more Christmas Drinks! The aim of the day is getting everybody into the New Years Eve spirit by socialising with your friends and family all in one place. We hope plenty of you can join us for what we hope will be a fun filled morning/afternoon! Please spread the word….the more the merrier. If you are joining us, everyone should meet in the Cricket Club Car Park at 10:00am prompt.

Congratulations to Chris Sowden who topped the Second Team batting averages with 77 at the Bradford Premier Cricket League Annual Dinner on Friday 14th November 2025 which was held at Headingley Stadium. Chris had a top score of 100 not out, racked up 4 half-centuries, carried his bat on 10 occasions from 17 innings and scored 539 runs.

Congratulations to Jack Lonsdale who topped the Second Team wicketkeeping along with Nick Rushworth of East Bierley Cricket Club at the Bradford Premier Cricket League Annual Dinner on Friday 14th November 2025 which was held at Headingley Stadium. Jack who is kindly sponsored by Morley Mavericks Ladies Rounders Team is also a fine goalkeeper for Yorkshire Ammers FC claimed 24 victims with 20 catches and 4 stumpings.

Congratulations to Sam Barraclough who topped the Second Team bowling averages with 11.32 at the Bradford Premier Cricket League Annual Dinner on Friday 14th November 2025 which was held at Headingley Stadium. Sam who is a fine product from our juniors claimed 34 wickets with a best bowling performance of 5/20 and took 4 “Five-Fers” along with 13 maidens from his 104 overs.

Congratulations to Ryan McKendry who was named Player of the Year at the Bradford Premier Cricket League Annual Dinner on Friday 14th November 2025 which was held at Headingley Stadium. Our star all-rounder who is kindly sponsored by Rehmani sports had a season to remember amassing 1624 runs, claiming 36 wickets, took 10 catches and was involved in 5 run outs.

Massive thank you to Katie Wright and family for running a stall on behalf of Creations by Bespoke on Saturday 22nd November 2025. And thank you to New Farnley Cricket Club for giving us the opportunity to sell our gifts not only on Saturday but for the last few months! Katie brought in £185.00 at the Christmas Market which is amazing! Finally, a big thank you to Angela Lowley and all the bar staff for their help looking after the display on the bar. It makes such a difference.

Why not come along and join us for a sophisticated and relaxing take on seeing in the New Year? With no entrance fee and children under 14 allowed in until 9:00pm, you are more than welcome to bring your own food for a fuddle with friends and family. So, whether you’re out walking or at a loose end, please do call in.

Our North Pole Breakfasts this year that will take place on Saturday 20th December 2025 and Sunday 21st December 2025. They will start at 09:00 and finish at 12:00. The cost is £15.00 per adult and £12.00 per child. Deposit of £5.00 per person is required. If you’d like to book, please contact Michael Gardiner via WhatsApp on: 07739 537109.

Our very own Noel Bullock celebrates his 50th birthday on Saturday 13th December 2025 and he’d love for you all to join him at New Farnley Cricket Club for a night of music and celebration.

🎸 Live Music from Local Band – Studio Farm.
Covering Indie, Rock ’n’ Roll, Punk, New Wave and Ska, they’ll be performing from 8:00pm onwards.

Everyone is welcome—come along for a great night!

Friday 21st November start 6:30pm for 7:00pm in the club

Presentation & Awards

Hosted by New Farnley’s very own entertainer Kenny Irwin

Meal is wood fired pizza 🍕 with salad – (supplied by Cleancrust)

Tickets:
**£20.00 per person **

Please confirm numbers and any special dietary requirements

Your support is always welcome on Christmas Eve for Christmas Carols #getinvolved

Your support is always welcome on Remembrance Sunday #getinvolved

Mark, Noel and Sam have been hard at work this week putting the ground to bed for the winter. All seven sight screens with their slats have been dismantled, the fencing removed, the three roll-on covers, numerous flat sheet covers, two practice nets and boundary rope are now safely stored away. The square has also been roped off ready for the colder months ahead.

End-of-season renovations are now underway at Lawns Lane, carried out by Ian Bullock using SISIS Machinery.

The work includes:

• Fraze mowing – a turf renovation technique that shaves off the top layer of turf, removing thatch, organic matter, weed grasses, and surface unevenness. This helps create a smoother and healthier playing surface.

• Scarifying – a vital maintenance process where rotating blades or tines cut into the turf, removing layers of thatch and moss that can otherwise suffocate grass roots.

• Top dressing – applied to encourage strong new grass growth and further improve the quality of the playing surface.

These essential renovations will ensure the pitch remains in top condition and ready for the challenges of the next season.

We are pleased to share our Christmas Dinner Menu for this year.

These are pre-bookable only and available every day in our usual opening hours day time hours from 2nd December 2025.

They will also be available to book on the following Wednesday evenings: 26th November, 3rd December, 10th December and 17th December. Evenings will be served at 7:30pm.

To book, please contact Michael Gardiner on: 07739 537109.

Thank You

It only costs £15.00 a month on Standing Order.

Contact Noel Bullock on: noel.bullock@newfarnleycc.co.uk or 07488 346359 for more details.

Our 2nd XI visited loyal supporters Alishaan Indian Bistro & Bar last night and had a curry with their end of season fines 

Congratulations to Adam Ahmed who is kindly sponsored by Ash of Right Price Windows & Conservatories for being one of the standout performers in the 2025 season. He has been a force with the ball in hand. The left-arm spinner has dominated batters week after week, delivering match-winning spells.

🔥 2025 Season Stats
🎯 Overs: 302.5
💥 Wickets: 94
🏆 Best Bowling: 7/53

📊 Career (New Farnley 1st XI)
💥 Wickets: 189
🏆 Best Bowling: 7/53

Adam’s consistency, control, and wicket-taking ability make him one of the premier bowlers in league cricket – and a name to watch for higher honours. 🏏✨

Since their formation in 1952, New Farnley Cricket Club has never experienced a season quite like this one. The 2025 campaign will go down as the most successful in the club’s history.

The First XI defended their Bradford League Premier Division title, setting a record number of points (388) and being the fourth team to go through a season unbeaten in the league. They also lifted the Heavy Woollen Cup (one of the oldest club competitions) for the fourth time in five seasons, overcoming Shepley with a 145-run victory at Hanging Heaton.

In the shorter format, New Farnley captured the Rigg Bash T20 by beating Methley by 126 runs at Morley. Their T20 journey continued in style as they progressed through the Area and Regional Finals, defeating York (by 8 runs), Barnard Castle (by 6 runs), Kendal (by 7 wickets), and Old Hill (by 8 wickets) at Burnmoor and Denby. The campaign culminated in a stunning triumph on the national stage, where they beat Wanstead & Snaresbrook by 8 wickets to become National T20 Champions at the picturesque Wormsley Estate, privately owned by the Getty family.

The young Second XI added further silverware, winning the Bradford League Second Eleven Premier Division for the first time in the Premier League era, highlighting the club’s strength in depth while several members of this team also experienced first team cricket.

Meanwhile, the Third XI continue to battle hard in the Dales Council Cricket League Division C. They carry out a vital role giving opportunity to many of our juniors to experience senior cricket and start their journeys.

Altogether, the 2025 season has showcased New Farnley’s quality, resilience, and growing legacy allowing the club to further drive our sustainability and proud history.

New Farnley picked up their fourth trophy of their record-breaking season with victory over Wanstead & Snaresbrook CC in the Vitality Club T20 cup final at the picturesque Wormsley Estate.

They were guided to their latest triumph by a chanceless unbroken third wicket stand of 143 between Ryan McKendry and skipper Aidan Langley as an eight-wicket victory was achieved with five balls to spare.

Faced with an early start due to the rain forecast later in the day, New Farnley Langley chose to bowl first as New Farnley hoped to restrict their opponents to a manageable score.

Alex Lilley and Abhay Negi kept things tight early on, with Lilley bowling his four over allocation straight through for excellent figures of 4-0-14-1. New Farnley kept their opponents to 63-1 from the first ten overs, but Wanstead & Snaresbrook had two set batters at the crease who were looking to accellerate.

New Farnley’s fielding was strangley ragged with Adam Ahmed, McKendry and Jonny Phillips all spilling straight forward chances and there were fears among their supporters that they would prove costly.

Gurman Randhawa checked the momentum by picking up three wickets in the middle overs, including both set batters, Haaris Usman (38) and Muhammad Hameed (32) but some powerful hitting from Yuvraj Odedra (45*) from 24 balls with five fours and two sixes) helped his side reach 150-6 by the close. It looked to be a slightly below par score and so it proved.

New Farnley tried to get ahead of the rate from the off with Steve Bullen and Fletcher Coutts opening the batting. Coutts struck two fours while taking nine runs from the first over, only for Zain Shahzad to dismiss both of them in the following over while conceding just a single run.

At 10-2 it was up to captain Langley and Ryan McKendry to rebuild the innings and keep up with the required run rate. Twelve runs came from the third over before McKendry struck back against Shahzad’s second over – hitting him for a four and a six.

At the halfway point, New Farnley were 67-2 – just four runs ahead of the first innings and with similarly set batters. However, Wanstead & Snaresbrook were unable to replicate Randhawa’s magic and dislodge either batter as they kept ahead of the rate with key boundaries and excellent running between the wickets.

McKendry reached his half-century off 46 balls at the end of the 14th over, while Langley brought up his fifty from 36 balls with a single off Odedra at the end of the 17th over.

Twelve runs were required from the final two overs and Wanstead & Snaresbrook brought Shahzad back for a final roll of the dice to try and dislodge either batter. Two runs came from the first two balls to Langley, before McKendry struck him over the boundary for six to deflate the hopes of their opponents.

Two more singles and a two brought the scores level for the start of the final over, where Langley crashed the first ball away for four to secure victory for his side.

McKendry was awarded Man of the Match for his innings – capping off a career defining year for the all-rounder to go with his 1,000 league runs and four winners medals.

Wandstead & Snaresbrook Innings

New Farnley Innings

Congratulations to Ryan McKendry who is kindly sponsored by Stephen Dalby and Rachel Dalby for his unbeaten half-century against Wanstead Cricket Club in the ECB National Club T20 Final #AFAW

Congratulations to Aidan Langley who is kindly sponsored by Will Swift of TaxAssist Accountants for his unbeaten half-century against Wanstead Cricket Club in the ECB National Club T20 Final #AFAW

To commemorate New Farnley’s historic invincible season, the Bradford Premier Cricket League commissioned a gold-plated Premier Division trophy which was presented to captain Alex Lilley in recognition of the achievement #AFAW

Congratulations to Ed Van Der Merwe who is kindly sponsored by Nadeem Akhtar of Whiterose Direct Ltd for his half-century against Townville Cricket Club in the Gordon Rigg Garden, Home & Leisure Todmorden Bradford Premier Cricket League #AFAW

A massive congratulations to Alexander Holt who passed his driving test at the 1st time of asking on Tuesday at Horsforth with only 2 minors Really well done…enjoy the freedom. Happy and safe driving

Many thanks to LAW Contracting Ltd who have kindly sponsored this Saturday’s Match Ball against Townville Cricket Club in the Gordon Rigg Garden, Home & Leisure Todmorden Bradford Premier Cricket League, 11:00am Start #AFAW

Many thanks to Paul Whiteley of James Hargreaves Plumbing Supplies who is kindly sponsoring this Saturday’s Match Ball against Mayfield in the Dales Council Cricket League, 12:30pm Start #AFAW

We are privileged to be hosting England Over 50’s v Scotland Over 50’s on Sunday 14th September 2025, 11:30am Start. So, if you are stuck for something to do, come along and watch a good game of cricket and grab yourself a drink.

Congratulations to Gurm Randhawa who is kindly sponsored by Tom Battams of WPA Healthcare Practice for claiming 50 league and cup wickets in the 2025 season #AFAW

Congratulations to Kai Watson who is kindly sponsored by Martyn Watson of Insurance Training Partnership Ltd for claiming 50 league and cup wickets in the 2025 season #AFAW

Congratulations to Aran Deol who top-scored with 81 against Pudsey St Lawrence Cricket Club in the Dales Council Cricket League #AFAW

Congratulations to Jonny Phillips who is kindly sponsored by Office Design & Project Services Ltd for his unbeaten half-century against Jer Lane Cricket Club in the Gordon Rigg Garden, Home & Leisure Todmorden Bradford Premier Cricket League #AFAW

Congratulations to Ryan McKendry who is kindly sponsored by Stephen Dalby and Rachel Dalby for scoring 1000 Gordon Rigg Garden, Home & Leisure Todmorden Bradford Premier Cricket League runs in the 2025 Season #AFAW

Many thanks to Adrian McCluskey who is kindly sponsoring this Saturday’s Match Ball against Jer Lane Cricket Club in the Gordon Rigg Garden, Home & Leisure Todmorden Bradford Premier Cricket League, 11:30am Start #AFAW

Congratulations to Lukas Ruane who is kindly sponsored by Kris Storey of Yorkshire Fence Hire Ltd for top-scoring with 89 against Methley Cricket Club in the Gordon Rigg Garden, Home & Leisure Todmorden Bradford Premier Cricket League #AFAW

Women’s National teams Jersey, Brazil and Isle Of Man will be competing in a T20 International Tri-Series (with ICC team ranking points) From Sunday 31st August 2025 to Thursday 4th September 2025 at The Barry Jackson Ground. These will be the first ever meeting in T20Is for Brazil Women against both their opponents, which is also their maiden tour of UK.

For Brazil Women, this will be their 3rd overseas tour outside the Americas region having participated in the prestigious Kwibuka Memorial T20I tournament twice in Rwanda in 2022 and 2025. The Cricket Board has set a target to provide continuous exposure for the Women’s team and try to reach the top 30 in the ICC rankings table. Jersey Women, have themselves, been on an upward curve in the last 2-3 years now and will be looking to continue their growth in the European Region. Isle Of Man’s Women’s team will certainly be looking to take part in the pathway tournament for the next edition of the Women’s T20 World Cup and these fixtures will definitely help them gain more exposure against teams who are already part of qualification pathway events.

Sunday 31st August 2025:

Brazil vs Isle Of Man – 3:30pm

Monday 1st September 2025:

Isle Of Man vs Brazil – 10:30am

Jersey vs Isle Of Man – 3:30pm

Tuesday 2nd September 2025:

Isle Of Man vs Jersey – 10:30am

Wednesday 3rd September 2025:

Jersey vs Brazil – 10:30am

Brazil vs Jersey – 3:30pm

Thursday 4th September 2025:

Jersey vs Brazil – 10:30am

Many thanks to Barbara Brumwell who has kindly sponsored this Saturday’s Match Ball against Methley Cricket Club in the Gordon Rigg Garden, Home & Leisure Todmorden Bradford Premier Cricket League, 12:00pm Start #AFAW

Congratulations to Adam Ahmed who is kindly sponsored by Ash of Right Price Windows & Conservatories for his 15 not out and 5-23 against Shepley Cricket Club in the Heavy Woollen Cup Final #AFAW

Congratulations to Steven Bullen who is kindly sponsored by Nadeem Akhtar of Whiterose Direct Ltd for his century against Shepley Cricket Club in the Heavy Woollen Cup Final #AFAW

Congratulations to Gurm Randhawa who is kindly sponsored by Tom Battams of WPA Healthcare Practice for his 5-69 against Bradford & Bingley CC in the Gordon Rigg Garden, Home & Leisure Todmorden Bradford Premier Cricket League #AFAW

We’re open from 3:00pm until 9:00pm on August Bank Holiday Monday #getinvolved

Congratulations to Mr & Mrs Wright who tied the knot on Thursday 14th August 2025 and had their wedding reception at New Farnley Cricket Club. The room transformation was absolutely amazing!

We’re on the lookout for a £15.00 Match Ball Sponsor for our game against Cookridge in the Dales Council Cricket League on Saturday 23rd August 2025, 1:00pm Start. DM Noel Bullock for more information. #AFAW

We’re open from 7:00pm this evening and we’ll be showing the Leeds United vs Everton game, 8:00pm Kick-Off #ALAW

Congratulations to Gethin Clarke who is kindly sponsored by Tony Brumwell of Yeoman Rainguard for his half-century against Pudsey Congs Cricket Club in the Dales Council Cricket League #AFAW

Congratulations to Alex Lilley who is kindly sponsored by Will Swift of TaxAssist Accountants for his unbeaten century against Carlton Cricket Club in the Gordon Rigg Garden, Home & Leisure Todmorden Bradford Premier Cricket League #AFAW

Congratulations to Liam Pearson who is kindly sponsored by Terri Akan of Curls Inc. for his 5-48 against Yeadon Cricket Club in the Gordon Rigg Garden, Home & Leisure Todmorden Bradford Premier Cricket League #AFAW

Is on tonight from 6:00pm until 7:30pm! It has been decided that to cover the cost of our new equipment and coaches hours, there will be a small fee of £2.00 to pay per attendee each week at training. There will be an assigned parent coming round with a list to check who has attended and to take the £2.00 (if you forget the £2.00, you can bring it to the next training and keep it rolling over). It’s set to be a warm one so while the kids tire themselves out, the adults can sit back and relax with a drink or two.

We are running an Skill Based Cricket Camp for kids aged 7 to 16 years old.

This will run from Wednesday 27th August 2025 to Thursday 28th August 2025.

It is £50.00 a day or £90.00 for both days.

The course will be run by our 1st XI Overseas Player, Abhay Negi.

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Congratulations to Kai Watson who is kindly sponsored by Martyn Watson of Insurance Training Partnership Ltd for his 5-52 against Pudsey Congs Cricket Club in the Gordon Rigg Garden, Home & Leisure Todmorden Bradford Premier Cricket League #AFAW

Congratulations to Chris Sowden who is kindly sponsored by MainLine Social AFC for his unbeaten half-century against Pudsey Congs Cricket Club  in the Gordon Rigg Garden, Home & Leisure Todmorden Bradford Premier Cricket League #AFAW

Congratulations to Joe Bedford who is kindly sponsored by Graeme Brumwell of Yeoman Shield for his half-century against Pudsey Congs Cricket Club in the Gordon Rigg Garden, Home & Leisure Todmorden Bradford Premier Cricket League #AFAW

BBQ is available tonight from 6:30pm onwards 🍔 🌭 🍺

Our juniors along with their parents had a great time at Headingley last night watching Northern Superchargers Men vs Welsh Fire Men in The Hundred and thanks to Young lions cricket championship for the complimentary tickets 🙂

Congratulations to Sam Elstub who took 5-19 against Saltaire in the Young lions cricket championship today #AFAW

Congratulations to Fletcher Coutts who is kindly sponsored by Tuseif Arshad and Rehaan Butt of Secured Homes LTD – Windows, Doors & Conservatory Roofs for his unbeaten 96 against Undercliffe in the Gordon Rigg Garden, Home & Leisure Todmorden Bradford Premier Cricket League #AFAW

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