![]() Entrance to the former County Ground, with the thatched pavilion beyond the gates | |||
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Location | Norwich, Norfolk | ||
Coordinates | 52°36′58″N1°18′07″E / 52.616°N 1.302°E | ||
Establishment | 1827 | ||
Demolished | 2015 | ||
Last used | 2000 | ||
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As of 10 April 2025 Source: CricketArchive |
The County Ground at Lakenham in Norwich was a cricket ground for almost two hundred years, hosting both first-class and List A cricket. It was established in 1827 on land owned by Colman's, and was initially leased by the Norwich club. [1] [2] [3]
Five first-class games, all involving touring international sides, were played on the ground between 1912 and 1986, [4] and 13 List A matches were staged between 1969 and 1998. [5] The County Ground's most regular users were Norfolk County Cricket Club, who played over 400 Minor Counties Championship games at the venue. [6] In the early 21st century the ground was redeveloped for a variety of other uses. [7]