Ribblesdale Wanderers Cricket and Bowling Club

🍻 FOOTBALL + CRICKET = THE PERFECT TUESDAY NIGHT!

Tonight isn't just senior cricket training – it's a FULL-ON EVENT!

✅ Bar opens at 6pm – come early for the atmosphere
✅ Senior training as usual
✅ Then stay for the BIG ONE: England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 vs Ghana 🇬🇭 – 9pm kick-off in the World Cup!

Bring the whole family – we're a friendly, welcoming venue for all ages. Kids, parents, grandparents – everyone's invited!

Let's pack the place and roar on England! See you from 6pm!

🏏 MATCHDAY DOUBLE-HEADER + SOUTH AFRICA NIGHT! 🇿🇦

It’s a huge day for the club as both sides are in NWCL action!

🔵 1st Team vs Baxenden (HOME)
Looking to keep the momentum rolling and secure another vital league win in front of our home crowd.

🔴 2nd Team vs Read (AWAY)
We travel with a much more experienced side tonight, hungry to get that first league win of the season on the board.

BUT THAT’S NOT ALL! Tonight is our annual South Africa Night at the club! 🇿🇦

Come down to the ground, cheer on the lads, and stay for a fantastic evening of celebration. Good cricket, great company, and even better vibes—see you there! 🍻🏆

🏏 FINAL HOME T20 OF THE SEASON – TONIGHT!

It's a big evening at Ribblesdale Wanderers as our 1st team takes on Foulridge in the last home T20 of the season – and we want to see you there!

The action kicks off with kids' training at 5pm – bring the little ones down to hone their skills in a fun, friendly session.

From 5pm in the kitchen, we're serving up delicious, authentic Asian street food – freshly prepared and packed with flavour, perfect pre-match or tea-time fuel.

Then, after the final ball, the party continues with live music from the brilliant Jasey Sings – expect great vocals, great vibes, and the perfect way to round off a summer's evening at the club.

Whether you're a die-hard cricket fan, a foodie, or just after a cracking night out with family and friends, there's something for everyone.

📍 Ribblesdale Wanderers – tonight from 5pm
Come down, cheer on the lads, grab a bite, and enjoy live music under the sun (fingers crossed!). See you there! 🍛🎶🏏

🏏 SUMMER CRICKET CAMP IS HERE! 🏏

We are thrilled to announce that our very own Overseas Amateur, Dario Boyce, is running an elite Cricket Summer Camp!

🗓 Dates: Monday 20th July – Friday 28th August
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Monday to Friday)

Dario isn't just a star on the pitch; he is an ECB Level 2 qualified coach with a wealth of experience. Whether your child is a budding batter, a sharp fielder, or a fiery bowler, Dario will help them level up their game while ensuring they have a blast this summer.

Who is it for? Any child aged 7+ who wants to develop their skills, make new friends, and stay active.

Flexible Booking:
🎟 £35 per day
🔥 £150 for a full week (Save £25!)

Spaces are limited! To secure your spot, please DM us or contact Dario with the number provided to book'

Don't miss this chance to train with a pro! 👇 Tag a cricket parent who needs to see this!

🔥 THIS SATURDAY – IT’S OUR ANNUAL SOUTH AFRICA NIGHT! 🇿🇦

We’re turning up the heat and celebrating the heart of our club – our South African heritage and the players who make it special.

Expect a true Braai experience with sizzling boerwors sausage, juicy burgers, and flavour-packed kebab sticks – and the best part? Grab a plate with ALL THREE for just £12.50 (pay at the club or pre-order on ClubZap).

Wash it down with a cold South African Lager or Cider from the bar, and don’t miss our Springbok shots – a toast to the rainbow nation! 🦌🍻

Great food. Great drinks. Even better company.

Gather your mates and come down – everyone’s welcome, whether you're a member, a player, or just here for the vibe.

📲 Grab your food ticket on ClubZap or pay on the night.

⚽🏴 IT’S COMING HOME! 🏴⚽

Tonight, the big screen at Ribblesdale Wanderers is ALL about the World Cup! Join us as we cheer on England vs Croatia – the atmosphere is going to be electric! 🦁🔥

📍 Doors open from 6pm
📺 First up: Portugal vs DR Congo (6pm kick-off)
🥁 Main event: England vs Croatia at 9pm – follow the action live with us!

🍻 Fully stocked bar from 6pm – ice-cold drinks and great company guaranteed.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly venue – we love seeing the next generation of fans! Bring the kids along, wave the flags, and soak up the tournament vibe in a safe, welcoming space.

Don’t watch it alone – grab your mates, your family, and your voices, and get down to Ribblesdale Wanderers! 🏆

🔥 What a week at Ribblesdale Wanderers! 🔥

It doesn’t get much bigger than this. We’ve got four massive days of action, and we want to see you down at the club! 🍻

🏆 TOMORROW (Wed): World Cup Fever hits the Wanderers! Come watch England vs Croatia on the big screen. Bar opens at 6:00 PM – get here early for the best seats! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

🏏 THURSDAY: Midweek cricket is here! We host Heidelburg Cement vs Bolton by Bowland in the Ribble Valley Midweek league. Bar open from 6:00 PM.

🎤 FRIDAY: It’s our FINAL 1st Team T20 home game of the season against Foulridge! Big hitting on the pitch, and live music from our singer after the match. Bar opens at 4:00 PM – it’s going to be a party! 🎶

🏏 SATURDAY: NWCL Championship action as the 1st Team host Baxenden. Bar opens at 12:30 PM for a full day of cricket.

See you at the ground! Don't forget to bring your friends. 💙

More posts to follow!

🚨 MATCHDAY – TEAM NEWS IN! 🚨

It’s a huge day for both our sides as we return to North West Cricket League action 💪

🏠 1st Team – home vs. Baxenden Cricket Club at Church Meadow

After last Sunday’s superb victory over Earby, the lads are firing on all cylinders and looking to keep the momentum rolling in the NWCL Championship.

🚗 2nd Team – away at Salesbury

Still searching for that first league win of the season in the NWCL Conference Premier – expect a determined performance on the road.

🍻 The bar is OPEN at Church Meadow – so grab a drink, bring your voice, and get behind the lads. Every cheer makes a difference.

🚨 Tonight’s T20 game at Earby has been called off.

But don’t worry – the bar is open now, so come down and make the most of the evening instead!

Here’s what’s still happening:

· 🧢 Junior Training – runs as usual from 6:00pm
· 🌍 World Cup action – we’ll be showing the opening match:
Canada vs Bosnia, kicking off at 8:00pm

So grab a drink, support our juniors, and settle in for some international football.

Everyone welcome – see you at the club!

Week 7 Review: Mixed Fortunes in Cup and League Action

It was a busy week for Ribblesdale Wanderers, with all three teams in action across T20, league, and development cricket. While the 1st Team faced a tough T20 cup match and a narrow league defeat, there were encouraging performances from the 2nd Team’s youngsters and a superb winning display from the 3rd Team.

T20 Birtwistle Cup – 1st Team Travel to Padiham

Ribblesdale’s 1st Team made the trip to Padiham for the T20 Birtwistle Cup, but it was a challenging day with the ball. Padiham batted first and posted an imposing 231/3, largely thanks to their professional, who remained unbeaten on 150 not out – an innings that proved impossible to contain.

In reply, Ribblesdale fought hard but were bowled out for 157. The highlight of the chase was Bilal Ahmed, who played a superb knock of 67, supported by a quick-fire 28 from Charlie Windsor. Despite their efforts, the total proved too steep, and Ribblesdale suffer a big defeat.

NWCL Championship – 1st Team Host Walkden

Back to league action on Saturday, Ribblesdale welcomed Walkden in the NWCL Championship. Batting first, the hosts were bowled out for 172, with Heshan top-scoring on 65 – a composed innings that gave the bowlers something to defend.

Walkden’s chase went down to the wire. They eventually reached their target at 173/8, edging the win with just two wickets to spare. Heshan continued his fine all-round day by claiming 3 wickets, while Ian Britcliffe chipped in with 2. A narrow defeat, but plenty of positives to take forward.

Conference Premier – 2nd Team Travel to Barrowford

A youthful 2nd Team travelled to Barrowford in the Conference Premier and gained valuable experience against a strong side. Barrowford batted first and were dismissed for 237. Jack Fielding and Charlie Windsor each took 3 wickets, while there was a special mention for young Noah Hamilton, who impressed with 2 wickets.

In response, Ribblesdale struggled with the bat and were bowled out for 105. Another youngster Lenny Worthy top-scored with 24, and Matt Brett added 19. A heavy defeat, but the young attack showed real promise.

NWCL Development Division – 3rd Team Travel to Farnworth (Sunday)

The 3rd Team rounded off the weekend in fine style, travelling to Farnworth in the NWCL Development Division. After winning the toss and opting to bowl, they produced a disciplined display to bowl Farnworth out for 137 – a total built largely on early resistance but undone by a stunning spell from Billy Worthy, who recorded a magnificent five-wicket haul for just 18 runs.

Chasing 138 for victory, Ribblesdale got the job done with 5 wickets in hand. Skipper Matt Brett led from the front with a composed 47, while opening batter Ewan Barker provided excellent support with 32. The pair’s partnership laid the platform for a well-deserved and confident win.