Plumtree Cricket Club is delighted to announce the successful installation of two new hybrid cricket pitches at its ground.
Completed over 29th, 30th and 31st March 2026, by leading sports surface specialists SIS Pitches, the new state-of-the-art hybrid pitches combine natural grass with synthetic fibres to provide a more durable, consistent, and high-quality playing surface. This investment will significantly enhance playing conditions for cricketers of all ages and abilities, while also increasing the club’s capacity to host matches and training sessions throughout the season.
The project has been made possible thanks to funding from Rushcliffe Borough Council via the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. The development represents a major step forward for the club’s facilities and its ongoing commitment to supporting grassroots cricket in the local community.
Club representatives expressed their appreciation for the support received, noting that the new pitches will help future-proof the club and encourage greater participation in the sport.
Plumtree CC’s Chair, Nigel Finney, said: “We are thrilled to see these new hybrid pitches in place. They will make a huge difference to the quality and resilience of our playing surfaces, particularly during busy periods and adverse weather. We are extremely grateful to Rushcliffe Borough Council for securing the funding that has made this possible.”
Rushcliffe Borough Council also highlighted the importance of investing in community sports infrastructure, helping to promote active lifestyles and strengthen local engagement.
RBC’s Deputy Leader and Cabinet Portfolio Holder for Business and Growth, Cllr Abby Brennan, said: “We are delighted to support this exciting project through UKSPF, and it is fantastic to see the new cricket pitches already being enjoyed by local teams for both training and competitive matches, helping to encourage wider participation in the sport.
“Rushcliffe is a great place for sport and physical activity, and projects like this are vital in giving people the opportunity to enjoy our outdoor spaces, get active and stay healthy.
“This investment will deliver a significant improvement to the main playing facility, support the growth of women’s, girls’ and junior cricket, and bring the local community together through new fixtures and valuable volunteering opportunities.”
This project was supported by UK Shared Prosperity Funding from the UK Government.