Oakham Cricket Club Launches Appeal to Recover Lost History
Since 1870, Oakham Cricket Club has been a cornerstone of our local community. For over a century and a half, generations of players, families, and supporters have gathered to share in the joy of the game, creating a rich tapestry of local sporting history.
However, a vital part of that history is missing and the club needs your help to recover it.
Many years ago, disaster struck Oakham CC when a devastating fire destroyed the cricket club pavilion. Tragically, the flames took more than just the building; they wiped out the heart of the club’s archive. Decades of photographs, historic scorebooks, irreplaceable records, and cherished memorabilia were lost in an instant.
Because of this event, significant chapters of Oakham CC’s story have been missing. But the club refuses to let those memories stay lost. They are convinced that the missing pieces of their puzzle are still out there, sitting in the homes of the community.
"Since 1870, Oakham Cricket Club has been part of our community. Let's make sure its history is never forgotten."
Do you, your parents, or your grandparents have a connection to Oakham Cricket Club? The club is launching a community-wide appeal, asking residents to check their photo albums, scrapbooks, drawers, and lofts for any hidden gems.
Whether an item is from 10 years ago or 100 years ago, the club wants to see it. They are currently searching for:
Old photographs: Team lineups, action shots, or casual club days.
Newspaper cuttings: Match reports, league tables, or local press features.
Match records: Team sheets, vintage fixture cards, and old scorebooks.
Memorabilia: Trophies, awards, and commemorative items.
Vintage gear: Old club clothing, caps, and cricket kit.
Club documents: Programmes, meeting minutes, and official records.
Stories: Personal memories and anecdotes from your time with the club.
If you have something to share, you don’t have to part with it forever. Oakham CC is looking to scan and digitise any items you are willing to bring forward. This will allow them to build a permanent digital archive, ensuring the club's history is safely preserved for future generations.
The club also plans to proudly feature these rediscovered treasures on their website, across social media, and displayed within the pavilion as they continue to celebrate their long legacy.
If you find a piece of Oakham CC history tucked away at home or if you simply have a great story to tell please contact the club directly.
https://oakham.play-cricket.com/home
Every photograph, scorebook, and memory helps piece together the story of the club. Let's work together to restore what was lost and ensure that the legacy of Oakham Cricket Club remains vibrant for the next 150 years.
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