Wickets & Wonders  

Sunday 29 June, 1-5pm, Doggart Witherden Field 

Top-tier cricket action and a playground of excitement for children — all in one unforgettable event!

 Experience the Thrill of Top-Flight 20/20 Cricket!

Settle in for an electrifying showdown as the Old Stortfordians take on the College XI in a battle for the prestigious Hudson Cup. With stunning surroundings and high-stakes action, this is cricket at its finest.

Will the College reclaim the trophy from the triumphant 2024 OS champions, or will the OS defend their title in style?
Come and find out—this is a match you won’t want to miss!

There’s non-stop fun for children of all ages!

With an event wristband (£12.50), children can enjoy unlimited access to a thrilling lineup of activities, including the Zip Line, Climbing Wall, Bungee Trampolines, Zorbs, Crazy Golf, Penalty Shoot Out, and Giant Garden Games. *Zip line - users must be 27-113kg

Little ones under 5 can also bounce and slide to their hearts’ content in the Elephant Circus inflatable zone!"

As part of the 2025 fundraising partnership with the Friends of Bishop’s Stortford College, don’t miss the vibrant Arts & Crafts Marquee — packed with classic summer fete fun! Enjoy face painting, cookie decorating, a sweet tombola, children’s raffle, and shiny foil balloons.

The marquee will also feature a pay bar (with soft drinks available) and a gourmet burger truck will keep everyone refreshed and well-fed with delicious burgers throughout the afternoon.

Every pound spent at the marquee, bar, and food trucks goes directly to supporting the Friends’ mission to enrich the lives of College pupils. Both cash and card payments are welcome at all points of purchase.

Join the Fun and Make a Splash of Colour! 

Wrap up the day with a burst of energy and colour at our Fundraising Colour Run, hosted by The Friends in support of the Doggart Pavilion redevelopment project. Everyone’s welcome—children and adults alike! Just bring along a white t-shirt you don’t mind transforming into a masterpiece, and get ready to run, laugh, and get splashed with vibrant paint across Wirtherden Field.

Colour Run Entry: £5 per person confirmed via ticket booking process

A tasty treat for all—the ice cream van is guaranteed to bring smiles all around and keep everyone cool at what promises to be a scorcher of a summer event!

Event Ticketing

Adults: Free  
Event wristbands: Children 2 & under: Free
Event wristbands: Children 3 & over: £12.50
Colour run entry: Adults & children: £5

All guests (free & paid) required to book in advance for operational reasons

Picnics - guests very welcome to bring their own picnics

Seating - Please bring along folding chairs and picnic rugs and find a perfect spot to enjoy the afternoon.

Weather forecast - please ensure you bring plenty of sunscreen and drinking water as shady areas are limited.

Well behaved dogs on leads welcome to attend, however, shady spots are limited!