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New Croquet Clubhouse Opened at Crake

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Roger Staples (l) officially open the new Crake Clubhouse assisted by Crake Chairman Jim Allcock

Despite the national Covid-19 crisis, Crake Valley officially opened their new clubhouse on Saturday 21st March with a minimum attendance to comply with government safety guidelines.

Roger Staples, Chairman of the Executive Croquet Association Board, performed the traditional tape cutting ceremony.

The club is grateful to the Croquet Association for all their help with the new clubhouse.

There will be another celebration at a later date when all of members and guests can celebrate this major achievement in the development of the club.

CA UPDATED GUIDANCE TO CLUBS 2 JULY

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July 2nd Update

The Croquet Association has updated their advice to all clubs about day to day management during this Covid-19 pandemic and also some important guidance if running a Tournament.

Download the General Guidance as of 2nd July – HERE

Download the Running Tournament Guidance as of 2nd July – HERE

Go to the CA website post – HERE

Keep a Register of Croquet Players and Visitors

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CA Advice as of June 30th to all Croquet Clubs

The CA’s Coronavirus Task Force has updated its general guidelines to clubs and players in the light of the relaxation of the lockdown regulations that is to take effect from 4th July in England.

Download the revised guidelines – HERE
Download a Checklist for Club Risk Assessment – HERE

The major change relates to the possibility of re-opening catering and bar facilities and the requirement to keep a record of contact details of all people entering the club for at least 21 days. The ban on roll-up or public sessions has been lifted provided that is done. Little has changed regarding play, except that the advice against using clips and chairs has been removed, but they should be cleaned in accordance with the club’s practice for other playing equipment.

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