Business Details
Premier Cricket & Events Venue in Bacup
Established in 1860, Bacup Cricket Club stands as a historic and vibrant community hub in the heart of Lancashire. Our club has nurtured cricketing talent for over 160 years, fielding three senior teams, junior teams from under 9s to under 18s, and a ladies team competing in the Lancashire Cricket League. We pride ourselves on fostering community spirit through sports, social events, and versatile function spaces. Our modern facilities include a fully stocked bar, private function room with disabled access, and state-of-the-art catering services. With a rich heritage of 10 Lancashire League championships and six Worsley Cup victories, we combine tradition with contemporary amenities.Our recently refurbished clubhouse features Sky and BT Sports TV, free WiFi, and a darts board, creating an engaging environment for members and visitors. The club's 2022 refurbishment introduced enhanced practice facilities, drainage systems, and a beer garden, while 2023 saw the installation of a professional kitchen. Our dedicated team maintains this legacy while embracing innovation, ensuring our facilities meet modern expectations while preserving our historic character.
Services
Cricket Matches
Function Room Hire
Match Day Catering
Wedding Venues
Community Events
Highlights and features
- Over 160 years of continuous cricketing heritage in Lancashire
- Award-winning 5-star hygiene rated match day catering facility
- Versatile function room with 120 capacity and disabled access
- Championship-winning cricket history with 10 Lancashire League titles
- Modernised facilities combining historic charm with contemporary amenities
What people say
Award-winning catering
Historic venue
Excellent events space
Family-friendly
Professional staff
Services
Function Room Hire
Our award-winning function room accommodates up to 120 guests with private bar, dance floor, and disabled access. Ideal for weddings, birthdays, and corporate events, we provide comprehensive catering services and modern amenities including Bluetooth surround sound and large TV screens. The venue features co-ordinated lighting systems for themed events and ample parking for 50 vehicles.
Cricket Facilities
Hosting three senior teams and junior programmes from under 9s, our historic ground has produced 10 Lancashire League championships. The venue features professional-grade pitches, modern changing facilities, and spectator amenities including a licensed bar and Sky Sports coverage. Our 2022 refurbishments enhanced practice areas and drainage systems for year-round play.
Match Day Catering
Awarded 5-star hygiene rating, our cafe provides breakfast and match-day meals prepared by experienced caterer Vicky Ackerley. The menu features locally-sourced ingredients with special provisions for private functions. The facility underwent significant upgrades in 2023 to enhance service capacity while maintaining food safety excellence.
Community Events
We host a diverse calendar of cultural and sporting events throughout the year, featuring live music performances and seasonal celebrations. The club's social programme includes themed nights at our refurbished venue with professional sound systems and flexible space configurations to accommodate various event formats.
Historic Venue Tours
Discover our 160-year history through guided tours of the ground where cricket legends like Sir Everton Weekes played. Explore the museum collection documenting our 10 league championships and six Worsley Cup victories while viewing memorabilia from professionals including Chris Cairns and Roger Harper.
People
Neal Wilkinson
Chairman
Experienced cricket leader with 20+ years in club administration, overseeing three consecutive league championships as captain in 2000-2002 while maintaining strategic oversight of facilities development.
Vicky Ackerley
Catering Manager
Award-winning hospitality professional managing the 5-star hygiene rated cafe since 2023, with extensive experience in event catering and venue management across Lancashire's hospitality sector.
Ben Lord
1XI Captain
Current first-team skipper with 15 years' playing experience at Lanehead Lane, combining leadership responsibilities with active participation in the club's championship-winning traditions.
Rachel Hannan
Safeguarding Officer
Qualified child protection specialist ensuring safe environments for junior cricket programmes, with 10 years' experience implementing safeguarding protocols across Lancashire's community sports organisations.
Chirag Khurana
1XI Professional
Internationally-experienced professional cricketer bringing technical expertise to the first team, following in the tradition of legendary pros like Sir Everton Weekes and Chris Cairns.
Questions
What makes Bacup Cricket Club historically significant?
We were founded in 1860 and have won 10 Lancashire League titles, more than any other club in the league's history.
Can I hire the function room for private events?
Yes, our 120-capacity function room is available for weddings, birthdays, funerals, and corporate events with full catering services.
What cricket programmes do you offer?
We field three senior teams, ladies' teams, and junior programmes from under 9s to under 18s in the Lancashire Cricket League.
Are there catering options available?
Our 5-star hygiene rated cafe provides match-day meals and event catering, managed by experienced hospitality professional Vicky Ackerley.
What facilities are available for visitors?
We offer a fully stocked bar with cask ales, Sky/BT Sports TV, free WiFi, darts board, and a beer garden with countryside views.
How accessible is the venue?
Our function room has disabled access, adapted toilets, and designated parking spaces for visitors with mobility requirements.
