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A residential cricket experience combining high-quality coaching, competitive match play, and a genuine pathway-style opportunity for ambitious young players.

A High-Quality Residential Cricket Experience

The Northern Reivers Festival provides an outstanding opportunity for young cricketers to develop their game in a structured residential environment.

Across the festival, players will benefit from high-quality coaching, purposeful training, competitive match play, and a setting designed to challenge and support development.

This is more than just a cricket camp — it is a pathway-style experience where players can learn, compete, and showcase their ability alongside other aspiring cricketers.

Festival Dates

u15 boys

August 9th-14th

u13 boys

August 23rd-28th

13 Places strictly limited to 13 players per age group for maximum development.

What Players Will Experience

Players attending the Northern Reivers Festival will experience a well-balanced programme designed to support both development and enjoyment.

  • High-quality cricket coaching

  • Structured training sessions

  • Competitive match play

  • Residential accommodation

  • Full-board meals

  • A professional and supportive environment

  • Assessment and selection-style opportunity

Limited Places Available

To maintain a high-quality experience for every player, places are strictly limited to 13 players per age group.

This ensures:

  • More individual coaching attention
  • Stronger competition levels
  • A more focused development environment

13
per age group

"It is ideal for players who want to take the next step in their cricket development."

Who Is This Festival For?

The Northern Reivers Festival is designed for young cricketers who are:

  • Passionate about improving their game

  • Looking to experience competitive match play

  • Ready for a more structured cricket environment

  • Interested in a pathway-style opportunity

Hosted at Barnard Castle School

Barnard Castle School provides an excellent setting for a residential cricket experience, combining strong sporting facilities with a well-established cricketing environment.

Aerial view of a cricket ground and school buildings used for Northern Reivers cricket coaching and development programme
The venue supports both high-quality training and match play, while also offering a safe and comfortable residential setting for all players.

Festival Details

  • Venue

    Barnard Castle School
  • Dates

    August 2026
  • Age Groups

    U13 - U15
  • Course Fee

    £600
  • Format

    Full Residential
  • Access

    Limited places

Secure Your Place

With only 13 places available per age group, early booking is strongly recommended.

If you are looking for more than just a camp, and want a cricket experience built around coaching, match play, and development, the Northern Reivers Festival is an excellent next step.