Westerham Common
Westerham Common, also known as Westerham Heath, was a cricket ground near Westerham in west Kent. It was used primarily in the 18th century when historically significant matches were played.
In May 1730, a single wicket match between four men of Kent, captained by Edwin Stead, and four of Brentford was played for a wager of £50. This was the first game in what became a tri-series.[1] In June 1768, Westerham and Caterham, captained by Henry Rowett, played Bourne Cricket Club, captained by Sir Horatio Mann.[2] The Heath was used as a cricket venue occasionally in the 20th century.[3]
References[]
- ^ Buckley GB (1935) Fresh Light on 18th Century Cricket , p. 4. Cotterell.
- ^ Buckley, Op. cit., p. 56.
- ^ Other matches played on Westerham Heath, Westerham, CricketArchive. Retrieved 2017-12-17.
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