Festival of Inclusive Cricket - 19th August 2022

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Highgate Cricket Club team-up with inclusion charity Power2Inspire to host free Festival of Inclusive Cricket:

The Festival of Inclusive Cricket is coming to Highgate Cricket Club. Power2Inspire, a charity delivering sports events for people of all abilities, have teamed-up with us to bring its sell-out sports festivals to London for the first time.

The family friendly event on Friday 19th August, invites people to watch Highgate Inclusive XI team take on Middlesex XI. From 4.45pm, there will be the opportunity to take part in cricket activities on the pitch with a barbecue and refreshments available later in the evening.

Register now to attend the free event.

John Willis, Founder and Chief Executive of Power2Inspire, said:

“We are delighted to be bringing our Festival of Inclusive Cricket to London. The evening is designed so that there is something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you’re a cricket enthusiast, or you’re new to the sport, this event welcomes everyone - fun for all the family!

“We are extremely grateful to Highgate Cricket Club for providing us with such a fantastic location. It is an honour to be able to invite the local community to join in with such a fun and friendly afternoon of exciting cricket.”

Johan de Silva, Director of Cricket at Highgate Cricket Club, said:

“We’re excited for the community to come along and enjoy our impressive pitch and facilities, as well and enjoying the Highgate Inclusive XI vs Middlesex XI match.

“We understand he importance of providing accessible sports for everyone to be able to enjoy. Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do at Highgate Cricket Club - it is an honour to be able to partner with a fantastic charity that aligns with the work we do.

“We’re looking forward to hosting our first ever Festival of Inclusive Cricket and hope the local community come along to enjoy it with us.”

You can register for free here: https://www.power2inspire.org.uk/cricket/

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