Arundel Castle Cricket

Arundel Castle Cricket Ground in the South Downs is a picturesque setting to watch high quality cricket matches including international and county games.

As a Club, we host the most fabulous and varied fixture list, which includes a Sussex C.C.C. festival, E.C.B. development matches, M.C.C., Oxford & Cambridge Universities and visits from many established overseas teams. We also host Women’s matches including England and Sussex fixtures. As well as having one of the most beautiful grounds in the world, we are fortunate to have an excellent Indoor C

ricket School, which hosts a variety of courses and educational projects. We also offer opportunities to attend Lunches and Cricketing talks throughout the year. We work in partnership with the Arundel Castle Cricket Foundation, a charity which, under the leadership of former Sussex Captain and Past President of M.C.C., John Barclay, continues to grow and achieve the most wonderful outcomes, benefiting thousands of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and children with special needs. It is the most brilliant scene. The Arundel Castle Cricket Foundation was formed and registered as a charity in 1986 (Reg. Charity No 1150351) and works alongside The Friends of Arundel Castle Cricket Club. Its purpose is to enhance the development and education of young people (mainly aged between 7-19 years) with a special emphasis upon the disadvantaged and those deprived of opportunity. Over the years we have focused strongly on inner city regions nationwide and particularly London’s boroughs where the need has been greatest. We have used cricket and its associated activities as the medium for achieving our objectives. The Arundel Castle Cricket Ground in West Sussex has provided the heart for our project and it is to this world famous ground that the youngsters have come. Here we have outstanding outdoor facilities, an indoor school and a well-appointed pavilion from which we can provide catering for the purpose. In addition to an experience offering cricket, we also conduct regular tours around Arundel Castle and its gardens, a facility that is well used to children with special needs and wheelchairs. Trips to the seaside at Littlehampton are all part of the routine and games of cricket on the beach a frequent occurrence. Crabs and seashells are much sought after and occasionally the local fishermen land a fish. The children love that. For many years we have operated a now well-established Special Needs Programme. This includes about 40 visits a year from schools serving the needs of children suffering from a range of disabilities – physical and emotional – plus severe to moderate learning difficulties. More than 600 of these handicapped and frequently difficult children visit us each year.

10/06/2026

Hear from our Director of Cricket and COO, James Rufey, as he reflects on a fantastic May at Arundel Castle Cricket Ground and looks ahead to an exciting month ahead.

From international fixtures to historic rivalries and community events, there is plenty still to come.

We hope you’ll join us over the coming months and experience cricket in one of the most beautiful settings in the game. 🏏☀️

10/06/2026

🏏 A great day of cricket to look forward to!

We're proud to be sponsoring the Monan Gozzett Villages T10 Cricket Day on Saturday 5th July at the beautiful Arundel Castle Cricket Ground, in support of The Sussex Snowdrop Trust.

Four local teams will be battling it out throughout the day:

🏏 Aldwick
🏏 Arundel Grasshoppers
🏏 Fernhurst
🏏 Madehurst

Gates open at 9:30am, with play starting at 10:30am.

Entry is free, so come along and enjoy a relaxed day of cricket in a stunning setting. The Sussex Snowdrop Trust will be running a raffle and fundraising activities, and there'll be food and drink available from the tea hut and licensed pavilion bar. You're also very welcome to bring a picnic.

Find the full match details in the comments below. ⤵️

We hope to see you there! ☀️

04/06/2026

04/06/2026

Another great day of cricket awaits at Arundel Castle Cricket Ground. 🏏☀️

On Wednesday, the Duke of Norfolk’s XI face UKAFCA (Combined Services) as part of the Services Cricket Festival.

Expect a brilliant day of cricket, stunning surroundings and the unique atmosphere that makes Arundel such a special place to watch the game.

If you’ve been thinking about visiting this summer, this is the perfect opportunity.

📍 Arundel Castle Cricket Ground
⏰ 11am start

30/05/2026

Two of the world's leading teams meet in one of cricket's most spectacular settings. 🏏

Join us at Arundel Castle Cricket Ground as Australia Women take on South Africa Women in a summer T20 clash, surrounded by the historic castle and stunning South Downs scenery.

📅 31 May🎟️ Tickets available via Eventbrite

29/05/2026

A date for the diary if you love cricket 😀

Looking for the perfect way to spend a summer Saturday? On Saturday 20th June, we’re proud to be sponsoring the Oxford University v Cambridge University Women’s 50-Over Match at the iconic Arundel Castle Cricket Ground.

With play starting at 11:00am, it promises to be a fantastic day of competitive cricket between two historic rivals, all set against the stunning backdrop of Arundel Castle.

Entry is completely free, so whether you’re a cricket fan or simply fancy a day outdoors with friends and family, it’s set to be a brilliant atmosphere and a great day out. ☀️

More information, including details for the day, can be found on the Arundel Castle Cricket Club website: https://www.cricketatarundelcastle.co.uk/matches

28/05/2026

https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/sport/cricket/arundel-castle-is-perfect-setting-for-lions-to-take-on-south-africa-8640545

Arundel Castle is perfect setting for Lions to take on South Africa The picturesque Arundel Castle Cricket Ground enjoyed a successful week of international play as England Lions faced South Africa A in a four-day contest played in glorious sunshine.

26/05/2026

What a fantastic four days at Arundel Castle Cricket Ground. ☀️🏏

The sun was shining, the cricket delivered, and it was brilliant to see such a fantastic crowd enjoying international cricket in one of the most beautiful settings in the game.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for England Lions v South Africa A.

And there is plenty more still to come this summer…

Next up, this Sunday, South Africa Women take on Australia Women.

Come and experience it for yourself at one of the country’s most scenic cricket grounds. 🏏

26/05/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for England Lions vs South Africa A over the last four days.

It was wonderful to see so many people at the ground enjoying high-class international cricket in such beautiful surroundings at Arundel Castle Cricket Ground.

International cricket continues this week with South Africa Women vs Australia Women T20 on Sunday 31 May.

Gates open at 12pm for a 2pm start. We look forward to welcoming you back to the ground. 🏏☀️

24/05/2026

Thank you for your fantastic support over the last three days! 👏🏏

Should the match continue into a fourth day, we’re delighted to announce that, in partnership with our community partner, Monan Gozzett Solicitors, tomorrow will be FREE ENTRY FOR ALL!

Come down, enjoy the cricket, and be part of the occasion at Arundel Castle Cricket Club. 💙

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Location

Arundel

Telephone

+441903882462

Website

http://www.cricketatarundelcastle.co.uk/

Address

Arundel
BN189LH

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm