Solar energy & practice net installation

by Ketteringham Hall Cricket Club in Wymondham, Norfolk, United Kingdom

Total raised £1,858

 
Gift Aid
+ est. £31.25
£5,000 target 28 days left
37% 16 supporters
Keep what you raise – this project will receive all pledges made by 15th March 2025 at 10:52am

We have 2 aims: to provide off grid solar electricity to our club, and to fund a state of the art, artificial turf, practice net.

by Ketteringham Hall Cricket Club in Wymondham, Norfolk, United Kingdom

Our Club

Ketteringham Hall Cricket Club is a growing community club.   Historically mainly a men's club, this all changed in 2024, when we started up our women's softball cricket section.   This has been an amazing success.  Weekly coaching sessions have led to this group quickly picking up new skills, enabling them to win an impressive number of games in their first season.  But, more than this, we can boast one of the largest women's softball sections in the County, regularly fielding two sides at each of the events we enter.

The men's section is also growing and improving, with the first team going unbeaten through 2024, and winning promotion to the top tier of the Norfolk League.

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Pictured above:   just some of the new women's team members

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Pictured above:   Mixed Softball Cricket event - Presidents Day 2024

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Pictured above:  action from the men's first team, Norfolk League level 2 champions 2024

Our Plans

In 2025 we plan to expand the club further, with the set up of a new junior section. We initially aim to run softball cricket for ages 5 to 11, running the ECB approved Allstars & Dynamos sessions.  Over the coming seasons this will expand to the provision of hardball cricket, for ages 13 upwards.

We also expect to see some of our women make the transition from softball to hardball cricket, and hope to be able to field a women's hardball team in the coming seasons.

Our facilities

We play at the picturesque setting of Ketteringham Hall.  All of the upkeep of the ground is done by our fantastic team of volunteers.  However, our practice facility is currently poor.  This consists of a short concrete based area of artificial turf, surrounded by an equally short roll on net.  The concrete base is uneven and far from ideal, as shown below.  The net is too short to prevent the majority of balls being hit into the surrounding area.  

And yet our need for a decent training facility is greater than ever, with an ever expanding group of men, women & children who need to use it.

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Pictured above:   the poor quality current practice facility

In addition, we have no mains electricity, which severely limits the facilities we can offer within our pavilion - no mains electric lighting, showers, hot water or cooking facilities.  We have an oven powered by gas cylinders, and precious little else.

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Photo:   the pavilion

The Vision

Our plan is to invest in a new practice net, as shown below.  This is an ECB endorsed system, consisting of a 30 metre astroturf surface, with a net enclosure nearly 22 metres long.   The astroturf will have an aggregate and bitumen foundation.   This both provides a safe, consistent bounce, and is kind to the joints.   

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Pictured above:   Our proposed new practice facility

We also plan to invest in an off-grid, solar photovoltaic panel system, together with a battery storage system.   This will provide electricity to the pavilion, providing lighting, hot water, and power to numerous other applications.  We own an electric bowling machine, which currently cannot be used on site - having electric power will enable this to be used in the new net system. The works will also pave the way for future enhancements such as potential expansions to the pavilion and shower facilities.

With a growing community club the solar system will provide an appropriate welcoming environment, enabling us to expand further.

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Photo:  Photovoltaic solar panel example system

The Finance

This project is not cheap, but we have already done a lot of fundraising towards it.  The total cost is over £25,000, of which over £20,000 is secured.   Sport England approve of our plans, and have granted us over £9,000, with a further £5,000 from the Norfolk Cricket Board.   Nearly £6,000 has been pledged by South Norfolk Council and other donations.   So we have £5,000 to raise, which we hope to do via this Crowdfunder.

How you can help

1.  Make a Pledge

In order to raise the £5,000, we have obtained a range of fantastic rewards from local businesses, which are advertised on this site.   Each of these rewards is available to you at a discount.  Buying a reward will enable you to help us, and provide you with gifts at reduced rates, some of which will make great Christmas presents !    

If you are a playing member of the club, there are some 2025 membership and playing opportunities to buy.  

If you are a local business, there are some fantastic sponsorship opportunities - remembering that, as our club expands, so the exposure to your business branding will ever increase.

Or, if you just wanted to make a small donation to the club, we won't say no !

2.   Spread the word   Share our project on your social media pages and tell the world to get behind us !   The more people we reach, the more support we will get.

3.   Offer Rewards   Get involved if you are a local business by donating gifts we can offer to our supporters.  Your kind donation will generate publicity for your business, as well as helping us !

Thank you for taking the time to read through our vision !

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Rewards

This project offers rewards in return for your donation. Please select a reward below.

£10 or more

Donor Wall recognition

Donate £10 or more, and be recognised with a mention on our Donor Wall, to be sited by the nets. If you are a UK tax payer, please tick the “gift aid” box, enabling the club to receive £12.50 for every £10 donated, due to our “CASC” status. The Donor Wall will be a permanent display, recognising our benefactors. Please add your name, as you would like it displayed, in “comments”. This can include mention of any family members you choose.

£8 or more

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£10 voucher for the Orangery at Ketteringham Hall

A voucher for £10 at the fantastic Orangery tea room at Ketteringham Hall. An ideal treat for yourself or someone you care about.

£12 or more

0 of 1 claimed

Wymondham Leisure Centre family swim voucher

Thsi voucher entitles 2 adults and 2 children to swim at Wymondham Leisure Centre. RRP £16. Expiry date 31st July 2025.

£20 or more

Womens Softball Membership 2025, no shirt required

***This offer only available to those players who have previously bought a womens softball playing shirt*** Pay £20 or more for your 2025 softball membership.

£20 or more

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£25 'Sealskinz' gift voucher

This voucher will entitle the owner to £25 off the fantastic range of products provided by 'Sealskinz'. Treat yourself or someone you know to discounted high quality outdoor clothing.

£20 or more

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Match ball sponsorship

By sponsoring a match ball for one of our 2025 adult hardball league games, your business can play a part in helping us achieve our goal, whilst receiving mentions on the club social media pages for the games(s) you sponsor the match ball for. You will also receive an invite to and free burger at our Presidents Day in September.

£20 or more

Club cap

Pledge a minimum of £20 for a club cap. This price is cheaper than buying direct from our suppliers, as you will not incur any postage charges !

£20 or more

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Cake Baking

One of our club members will bake you a Chocolate cake, Victoria sandwich or Carrot cake. Delivered to within 15 miles of NR18 9RS. These cakes are legendary throughout Norfolk - the taste might make you consider a Paul Hollywood style handshake ! Please confirm type of cake required upon making your pledge.

£28 or more

Men’s short sleeve playing shirt

Pay £28 or more, and receive a men’s short sleeve playing shirt, with club badge and sponsors logo. This is cheaper than ordering direct from the suppliers, as there is no postage to pay. ***Please state size upon making the pledge***

£30 or more

Womens Softball Membership 2025, with shirt

Pay £30 or more to cover both your 2025 womens softball membership, and you will also receive a playing shirt for the 2025 season.

£30 or more

Silver Junior/Student Hardball Membership 2025

Pay £30 or more to cover your 2025 junior/student hardball membership.

£40 or more

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Reflexology & Scar Release by Nadine

Reflexology session lasting 75 minutes. This session normally costs £45, yours for £40 or more. Voucher valid from January 2025 onwards. https://bynadine.co.uk

£45 or more

Gold Junior/Student Hardball Membership 2025

Pay £45 or more to cover both your 2025 junior/student hardball membership, plus the match fee of the first 4 league matches you play in 2025. This price gives a £5 discount compared to paying during the season.

£50 or more

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Genealogy

Pledge £50 or more and the President will research a single ancestral line back to the early 1800s. The report will include copies of all documents found including census returns, certificates and transcripts of other relevant documents. Dare you discover what rogues or royalty you share your lineage with ? Contact him if you want to know more.

£55 or more

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Hardball short sleeve sweater & cap combo

Pledge a minimum of £55, and receive a new style Surridge short sleeve sweater with club badge, and club cap. This price is cheaper than buying direct from our suppliers, as there is no postage to pay. ***Please state required size upon making the pledge***

£58 or more

Hardball long sleeve sweater & cap combo

Pledge a minimum of £58, and receive a new style Surridge long sleeve sweater with club badge, and club cap. This price is cheaper than buying direct from our suppliers, as there is no postage to pay. ***Please state required size upon making the pledge***

£60 or more

Silver Adult Hardball membership 2025

Pay £60 or more to pay for your 2025 club membership.

£60 or more

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Golf for 4 players at Bawburgh 9 hole course

Pledge £60 or more for a round of golf for 4 players at the Bawburgh 9 hole course. This package normally sells for £70 if booked directly with Bawburgh, so be quick to snap this bargain up !

£75 or more

Platinum Junior/Student Hardball Membership 2025

Pay £75 or more to cover both your 2025 junior/student hardball membership, plus the match fee of the first 10 league matches you play in 2025. This price gives a £5 discount compared to paying during the season.

£95 or more

Gold Adult Hardball membership 2025

Pay £95 or more to cover both your 2025 adult hardball membership, plus the match fee of the first 4 league matches you play in 2025. This price gives a £5 discount compared to paying during the season.

£95 or more

Hardball long & short sleeve sweaters & cap combo

Pledge a minimum of £95, and receive the new style Surridge long and short sleeve sweaters, with club badge, and club cap. This price is cheaper than buying direct from our suppliers, as there is no postage to pay. ***Please state required sweater sizes on making your pledge***

£155 or more

Platinum Adult Hardball Membership 2025

Pay £155 or more to cover both your 2025 adult hardball membership, plus the match fee of the first 10 league matches you play in 2025. This price gives a £5 discount compared to paying during the season.

£250 or more

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Sponsored match days stumps

Pay £250 or more, and have your sponsor name and livery emblazoned on the stumps used in all adult hardball matches. Examples of what this might look like can be found here: https://pimpmystumps.co.uk/products

£250 or more

Advertising Board (previous/existing sponsors)

***ONLY PREVIOUS OR EXISTING BOARD SPONSORS ELIGIBLE*** Renew your board sponsorship for 2025 for your business, which will be displayed at every adult match for the 2025 season. Your business will also receive regular mentions on the club social media pages, and one free match ball sponsorship. You will also receive an invite for two guests to receive a free burger and unlimited drinks at our Presidents Day match in September.

£300 or more

Advertising Board

For £300 or more your business will get an advertising board (board production is included in the price), to be displayed at every home adult match for the 2025 season. Your business will also receive regular mentions on the club social media pages and one free match ball sponsorship. You will also receive an invite for two guests to receive a free burger and unlimited drinks at our Presidents Day in September.

£500 or more

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Adult Hardball Training Shirt - Back shirt sponsor

For a pledge of not less than £500, become the back of training shirt sponsors for both adult hardball sides, for playing seasons 2025 to 2027.

£750 or more

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Adult Hardball Training shirt -Front shirt sponsor

For a pledge of not less than £750, become the front of training shirt sponsors for both hardball adult sides, for the playing seasons 2025 to 2027.

£1,000 or more

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Naming Rights to new practice net

For a pledge of £1,000 or more, claim the naming rights to the new practice net, and have your sponsors name emblazoned on a permanent mesh banner attached to the nets, of not less than 3 metres x 2 metres

£1,000 or more

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Club hoody sponsor

For a pledge of not less than £1,000, become the sponsor of the club hoody, made available to all members of the club. For the years 2025-2027, have your sponsors name emblazened on the back of our hoodies.

£20 or more

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£25 voucher for the Orangery at Ketteringham Hall

A voucher for £25 at the fantastic Orangery tea room at Ketteringham Hall. A perfect way to treat yourself or others you care about.

£55 or more

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Afternoon tea for 2 at the Orangery

Pledge £55 or more to enjoy afternoon tea for 2 at club sponsor, The Orangery at Ketteringham Hall. Enjoy a three tier stand of sandwiches, sweet treats and scones. Voted for by the EDP as one of the five poshest places for afternoon tea in Norfolk. This package normally retails at £64.

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