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Not the largest section at PoloFarm Sports Club ... but as enthusiastic and persevering
as you'll find - out in all weathers the year round.
Most people imagine croquet to be a simple game involving hitting a ball through
a hoop in the garden. There is, however, another side to it. Played to Association
Rules, it is transformed into a highly competitive sport which not only requires
excellent eye-to-hand co-ordination but also a strong sense of tactical awareness.
There are now over 150 clubs in the Croquet Association which organises national
and regional competitions. 18 countries are represented in The World Croquet Federation.
The Club was founded in a garden in the village of Chartham Hatch in 1991. It
moved to the Polo Farm site in 1996 where it now has two full-sized lawns and
its own pavilion. Most of the activity is during the summer months but play is
possible throughout the year.
There are two types of croquet. We play both at Polo Farm. Golf Croquet
is the simpler game and is more suitable for less experienced players but it nevertheless
has an enthusiastic following. Association Croquet has a different set
of rules where tactics become all-important. A handicap system operates in Association
Croquet so that players of differing ability can enjoy a game together.
We have two teams playing in regional competitions. The Association Team is entered
in the South East "B" League (where we came first in the 2000 season) and the
Golf Team plays in the Golf Croquet League. Internally, there are various competitions
to be enjoyed throughout the season.
Croquet is essentially a very social game (in spite of its competitive nature!).
During the year there are various social get-togethers including barbecues and
an annual dinner.
New members are very welcome. The game is quite easy to pick up and the Club has
an introductory scheme which includes instruction and several trial sessions prior
to full membership being taken up.
Further information can be obtained from the Club Secretary on 01303 241573 or
by email. The Club's facilities are
available for hire by club members and external parties (see Bookings).
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