The Croquet Club
The Croquet Club has been playing on the lawns at the Palace since 1976 when Bishop Bickerseth gave permission for croquet to be played once again on the lawns. The game was last played at the time of Bishop Kennion (1894-1921). By tradition The Bishop of Bath and Wells – who is the Club’s President – opens the season.
The croquet season starts in April and continues through the summer months until the end of September. The club members play most afternoons of the week, wearing their “whites” and enjoying a social afternoon playing croquet.
Introduction Session
The club welcomes new members, even if they have not played before. Introductory sessions are given, normally in the morning and lasting approximately an hour. Then when a new member has learned the game, they are invited to come along to the club afternoons and enjoy playing with other members. Refresher sessions are also organised at the beginning of each year.
How to Find Out More and Book an Introduction Session
- Call Julia (Membership Secretary) on 01749 672754
- Or call Jonathan (Club Secretary) on 01749 345355
- Or email us at [email protected]
- Or Click on the “Join Us” link above, fill out the form and we’ll be in touch
Find out more about Croquet at The Bishop’s Palace
Find out more about the hsitoric tradition of Croquet at The Bishop’s Palace with this behind-the-scenes video with the Croquet Club’s Secretary, Jonathan Rendel.
Watch here