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Victorian Charity Cricket Match
An independent event that is included in the Jane Austen Regency Week. Watch cricket played by local teams dressed in period costumes, competing for a 500 guineas prize. Spectators can also enjoy the stalls and activities around the perimeter. The rules for modern-day Cricket were set down by the Hambledon Cricket Club (Hampshire), started in 1750. It is known that cricket was played on The Butts in Jane Austen’s day. There is also an account of a two-day ladies’ cricket match in 1811, played at
10am - 8pm. Free entry (Programmes on sale on the day). If you want to make contact, you can come in person to the Box Office at Alton Community Centre, Amery Street, Alton, Hants. GU34 1HN or phone a
The Butts Green, Butts Road, Alton, Hampshire GU34 1RD
Sun 25 Jun 2017
Website:
www.janeaustenregencyweek.co.uk
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