PLAYING MEMBERS
SOCIAL MEMBERS

Discounted spouse/partner membership can only be processed if taken when the main social memberships is applied for.

  • Bar discount (with card)
  • Discounted spouse/partner membership can only be processed if taken when the main social memberships is applied for.
Senior Player renewals are payable no later than 1 May if you wish to play for a team in the new season. Please note that we reserve the right to exclude players from games if membership fees have not been paid after 1 May.

All Juniors must sign up as members @ £25 for the year for insurance purposes. Junior training sessions carry a £5 cost per session attended.

CODES OF CONDUCT

Member Code of Conduct
  • All Members and Guests of Newcastle Cricket Club will:
    Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every person within the context of Cricket.
  • Treat everyone equally and not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, disability, race, ethnic origin, nationality, colour, parental or marital status, religious belief, class or social background, sexual preference or political belief.
  • Not condone, or allow to go unchallenged, any form of discrimination if witnessed.
  • Display high standards of behaviour.
  • Promote the positive aspects of Cricket e.g. fair play.
  • Encourage all participants to learn the Laws and rules and play within them, respecting the decisions of match officials. Actively discourage unfair play, rule violations and arguing with match officials.
  • Recognise good performance not just match results.
  • Place the well-being and safety of Young People above the development of performance.
  • Ensure that activities are appropriate for the age, maturity, experience and ability of the individual.
  • Respect Young People’s opinions when making decisions about their participation in Cricket.
  • Not smoke, drink or use banned substances whilst actively working with Young People in the Club nor provide Young People with alcohol when they are under the care of the Club.
  • Follow ECB guidelines set out in the “Safe Hands – Cricket’s Policy for Safeguarding Children’ and any other relevant guidelines issued.
  • Report any concerns in relation to a Young Person, following reporting procedures laid down by the ECB.

In addition to the above, all Club Officers and Appointed Volunteers will:

  • Hold relevant qualifications and be covered by appropriate insurance.
  • Always work in an open environment (i.e. avoid private or unobserved situations and encourage an open environment).
  • Inform Players and Parents of the requirements of Cricket.
  • Know and understand the ECB’s ‘Safe Hands – Cricket’s Policy for Safeguarding Children.
Code of Conduct for Junior Members and Parents

OPEN POLICY

Newcastle C.C. is committed to promoting the safety and well being of all members.

It is important that all members, whether officials, coaches, players or social members of the Club, should at all times show respect and be open at all times. They should share any cause for concern or complaint about the Club with members of the Management Committee or, if appropriate with the Club Welfare Officer, Nick Humble.

ECB CODE OF CONDUCT FOR PARENTS/CARERS

1. Encourage your child to learn the rules and to play within them.
2. Discourage unfair play and arguing with officials.
3. Help your child to recognise good performance, not just results.
4. Never force your child to take part in sport.
5. Set a good example by recognising fair play and applauding the good performances of all.
6. Never punish or belittle a child for losing or making mistakes.
7. Publicly accept officials’ judgements.
8. Support your child’s involvement and help them to enjoy their sport.
9. Use correct and proper language at all times.

 

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JUNIOR MEMBERS

As a junior member of Newcastle C.C. you are expected to abide by the following junior club rules:

1. You must play within the rules and respect officials and their decisions.
2. You must respect your opponents.
3. You must keep to agreed times for training and competitions, or inform your coach or team manager if you are going to be late.
4. You must wear suitable kit for training and competitions as agreed with your coach or team manager.
5. You must pay any fees promptly.
6. You are not allowed to smoke or consume alcohol or drugs of any kind on the club premises or while representing the club.

Pavilion and Ground by-laws

PAVILION & GROUND

1. Parents and carers are asked to ensure the health and safety of children by 943209_338944872902002_1205344289_ntaking care to watch for cricket balls crossing the boundary at speed – please warn young people to be aware of these risks at all parts of the ground.
2. No dogs are allowed unless by discretion of Bar staff if they are tethered and under the control of their owner. Under no circumstances may they go onto the pitch.
3. Alcohol must not be brought into the ground or Pavilion except when a corkage arrangement has been agreed with the Steward.
4. No adults may play football on the ground/field. Younger children may play on the outfield providing there is no cricket match on and by discretion of the member of staff on duty.
5. Any broken glass must be reported to the bar staff as soon as possible.

BAR

1. Liquor may be supplied on the Club premises to members and others as laid down in these Bye-Laws and in accordance with the Licence held by the Club. The hours permitted shall be laid down by the Committee and shall not exceed those laid down in the Licence.
2. Liquor shall be sold to persons who have attained the age of 18 years as follows:
a) Members of Newcastle Cricket Club.
b) Players, officials, supporters and their partners, of visiting cricket teams on the occasion of an arranged cricket match on the ground either by Newcastle Cricket Club, Newcastle Royal Grammar School (RGS) or Northumberland County Cricket Club. This shall include clubs to whom the ground has been sublet by Newcastle RGS.
c) Umpires and officials of Cricket Leagues or Associations who are attending the ground in an official capacity.
d) Members of the families of pupils of Newcastle Royal Grammar School.
e) Staff in the employ of Newcastle Cricket Club or Newcastle Royal Grammar School.
3. A member may introduce friends as guests. These shall be limited to a maximum of four at any one time and their names and full addresses shall be entered in the Visitors Book kept for this purpose in the bar and countersigned by the member. No guest may be introduced more than six times in any twelve month period.
4. Persons other than club members may be admitted on the occasion of functions duly authorised by the Club committee. Liquor may only be provided to those who have attained the age of 18 years.
5. Children under the age of 14 shall not be permitted in the bar after 9 pm. Before that time, parents and carers are asked to ensure that stairs and walkways are kept clear for the health and safety reasons. Pupils of Newcastle Royal Grammar School shall not be permitted in the bar on any occasion.