HOST CLUB SPOTLIGHT SURBITON CROQUET CLUB
Surbiton Croquet Club was initially founded in 1896, near its current site in Berrylands, but did not reopen after the end of World War Two. It was re- established on its present site in 1985 by Derek Capron, Lionel Wharrad and others, with play restarting in 1986, meaning it is celebrating its 40th reopening anniversary this year. Some of the club's founder members are still active. Surbiton prides itself on a relaxed atmosphere, excellent lawns, a warm welcome with great food and drink, and offering croquet of all standards - from world class to entirely social. We have hosted World Championships in both AC and GC before, and are very much looking forward to hosting the Mac again this year. The club has seven excellent lawns and a clubhouse. Limited parking is available onsite (players only during the Mac), with free and plentiful
onstreet parking in adjacent roads for spectators and officials. Local traffic wardens can be officious - make sure you obey parking restrictions and do not let any part of your car protrude beyond the white lines. Getting there. From Gatwick, train to Clapham Junction, then change for trains to Surbiton. From Heathrow, it's difficult - best bet is the SL7 bus to New Malden, then the train to Surbiton. Trains run frequently from Waterloo, Clapham Junction and Wimbledon to Surbiton, which is a 15 minute walk away, or a short Uber. By car, the club is close to the A3. Many croquet players stay at the Chessington Tolworth Travelodge, or the Premier Inn Tolworth, both of which are relatively inexpensive, and within a 15-20 minute walk. Other options are avilable - see airbnb or TripAdvisor.
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