Valentines day saw the launch of our Tearoom refurbishment fundraising appeal - as we set about totally revamping the unused area so it can be ready for the upcoming season.
The tearoom stands on what was once a fenced play area for a nursery, based at the old pavilion. Its’ current structure was originally a classroom from Malinslee Primary School Telford—sourced and donated by Bob Hesketh in the early 2000s.
Until 2019, it hosted cricket teas, lunches, training sessions, community events, and served as a base during the new pavilion reconstruction. After COVID-19 halted match day teas, the building fell into disuse and now mainly stores equipment, occasionally supporting events like the firework evening or the occasional holiday cricket camp. Though structurally sound, it needs significant upgrades.
Work is already underway with hours of work already under taken by a team of club volunteers headed up by fundraising lead Chris Dirkin.
Funds will ensure that the tearoom is completed ready for the start of the 2026 season and available for everyone whether hiring for private functions, our junior groups as part of their Friday training sessions or for spectators to keep out the cold and still have a birds eye view of the action.
Take a tour with Chris to find out more in our week one video and donate here https://gofund.me/ff400d38f
All donations will be gratefully received and keep checking here for further updates !
