Cricket Nets Near Glossop: Winter and Summer Nets for 2027
Looking for cricket nets near Glossop? Charlesworth & Chisworth CC runs winter nets on Mondays from 7pm at West Hill School, Stalybridge, from 1 February 2027, then summer nets at the club after Easter. Your first session is free.
Key Takeaways
- Winter nets: Mondays from 7pm at West Hill School, Stalybridge, starting 1 February 2027
- Summer nets: Mondays from 6:30pm at the club on Marple Rd, Charlesworth, usually after Easter
- Your first session is free, and complete beginners are welcome
- Membership from £35 a year covers nets, matches and a sponsored club shirt
- Nets lead into the 1st XI (Division 2), 2nd XI (Division 3), 3rd XI, Sunday XI and Over 40s
- 1,900 people a month search for cricket nets near me in the UK (Google Ads, October 2026)
If you are searching for cricket nets near Glossop, Charlesworth & Chisworth CC runs weekly senior nets that anyone can join, including complete beginners. Winter nets are indoors at West Hill School on Monday evenings from 7pm, starting 1 February 2027. Once the weather turns after Easter, nets move outdoors to our ground on Marple Rd, Charlesworth, on Mondays from 6:30pm.
What are cricket nets, and who are they for?
Cricket nets are practice lanes enclosed by netting, so batters can face real bowling without anyone chasing the ball across a field. They are where club cricketers keep their skills sharp between matches, and where new players learn the basics in a safe, contained space.
Our nets are open to experienced league players, returners who have not picked up a bat in years, and adults trying cricket for the first time. Captains run the sessions, so it is also the easiest way to meet the people who pick the teams for our Saturday and Sunday senior sides.
Where are the winter cricket nets near Glossop?
Winter nets take place at West Hill School, Thompson Cross, Stamford Street, Stalybridge SK15 1LX. The school lists its sports hall for community hire on weekday evenings, with free on-site parking and changing rooms.
Sessions run every Monday from 7pm, beginning on 1 February 2027. That gives you around two months of indoor practice before the outdoor season, which is when most players shake off the rust and new members find their feet.
When do summer nets start at the club?
Summer nets move to our own ground on Marple Rd, Charlesworth, Glossop SK13 5DA, usually starting after Easter, weather permitting. They run on Monday evenings from 6:30pm through the season.
There is parking at the club. Simply park up and head to the clubhouse, where someone will point you to the nets. See our club info page for directions and a map.
How do our nets compare with other ways to practise near Glossop?
Club nets are not the only option, but they are the only one that leads straight into regular matches. This table compares the common choices.
| Option | Who runs it | Cost to try | Leads to matches? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charlesworth & Chisworth CC winter nets | Club captains | First session free | Yes, Saturday and Sunday XIs and Over 40s |
| Charlesworth & Chisworth CC summer nets | Club captains | First session free | Yes, through the season |
| Hiring a sports hall yourself | You and friends | Hall hire fee | No |
| One-to-one coaching | Private coach | Per-session fee | No, unless you join a club |
What does a nets session look like for a beginner?
A typical session mixes batting, bowling and catching practice in rotation. Experienced players bowl at a sensible pace for newcomers, and you will be paired with someone who can show you how to grip the bat and stand at the crease.
Nobody expects you to be good on day one. Many adults on Reddit's r/Cricket ask whether they can "just rock up" to a club. At our nets, the answer is yes, though a quick message first means a captain can look out for you.
How much do cricket nets cost?
Your first session is free, with no forms and no commitment. After that, nets are included in club membership, which also covers league and friendly matches and social events.
Annual membership is £70 for men, £40 for women, £35 for students or the unemployed, and £120 for a family. Every playing member receives a sponsored club shirt. Full details are on our membership page.
Why join cricket nets in winter?
Winter nets are the best time to join a club because there is no pressure of a match at the weekend. You can learn at your own pace, get to know the squad, and be ready when selection starts in spring.
The wider benefits are well documented. In the ECB's Impact of Cricket report, 96% of players said cricket makes them feel happy and 80% said it keeps them active in a way they would not be otherwise. The ECB counts over 1.2 million participants across 5,700 clubs, so you will be in good company. Its Thriving Clubs strategy sets out how clubs should respond to players' changing needs.
Which teams can you play for after nets?
Nets feed every adult side at the club. Our 1st XI plays in Division 2 and our 2nd XI in Division 3 of the Derbyshire & Cheshire League in 2027, and the 3rd XI is our development team. There is a relaxed Sunday XI too.
If you are 40 or over, our Over 40s side plays 20-over hardball games on Wednesday evenings. Women new to cricket can try ladies softball, and children start with All Stars or junior cricket. New to the sport altogether? Read our guide on how to join a cricket club as an adult.
Come to cricket nets near Glossop this winter
Email teams@charlesworthchisworthcc.co.uk or use the form on our club info page, and say you would like to come to nets. A captain will normally reply within 24 hours. Check fixtures and our teams to see what you could be part of.