Cricket in England and Wales thrives thanks to 5,700 clubs and more than 70,000 volunteers, who are at the heart of the recreational game.
From competitive cricket in 33 ECB Premier Leagues to grassroots initiatives like All Stars Cricket (5–8-year-olds) and Dynamos Cricket (8–11-year-olds), the recreational game offers opportunities for everyone to play, develop, and belong.
Women’s and girls’ cricket, alongside disability cricket, continues to grow, creating pathways for people of all ages and abilities to find their place in the game. Through urban cricket centres and targeted engagement with diverse communities, recreational cricket is more accessible than ever, ensuring everyone can take part and enjoy all the game has to offer.
With the support, guidance, and tools provided by the 38 Recreational Cricket Boards (RCBs) and the ECB, we remain committed to working alongside clubs and volunteers to take the recreational game forward, building a sustainable, welcoming sport that truly reflects and serves the communities it reaches.
Through our Inspiring Generations strategy, we will continue to invest across the recreational game to make cricket a game for all.