The Cricketers Pub

01/11/2026

Fancy winning yourself a VERY BOUJEE advent calendar this Christmas? 🎁

Well, you're in luck because our Christmas raffle tickets are officially ON SALE!

For just £15 for a strip of 5 tickets, you could be the lucky winner of one of our rather fancy advent calendars. Because who doesn't want to start every December morning with a little luxury?! 😍

And the best bit? We're raising money for two wonderful causes close to our hearts:
❤️ Weldmar Hospicecare
🎀 Breast Cancer Research

So even if you don't win, you'll be helping to support two very worthy charities. Tickets are available to buy at the pub and are on sale until 25th November.

Winners will be drawn at our Big Bumper Quiz on 25th November 🏆

Unfortunately, we can't sell tickets online or over the phone, so you'll need to pop into The Cricketers to get yours. And while you're here, you might as well stay for a drink... it'd be rude not to🍷😂

Good luck, everyone! 🍀

30/10/2026

🍻 History, quality and community spirit all under one roof.

A huge congratulations to The Sportsman Inn in Carlisle on being crowned City Pub of the Year by Solway CAMRA.

For centuries, The Sportsman has been at the heart of Carlisle's pub scene, and today it continues to set the standard. From perfectly kept cask ales and delicious home-cooked food to the warm welcome that greets every customer, the team consistently delivers the kind of experience that keeps people coming back.

Its reputation speaks for itself. Alongside previous honours such as Winter Pub of the Season, The Sportsman has earned regular recognition in the CAMRA Good B**r Guide and remains one of the city's most loved traditional pubs.

This latest award celebrates the passion, hard work and dedication of the entire team, who continue to preserve the pub's rich heritage while making it a thriving destination for b**r lovers and the local community alike.

👏 Congratulations to our Publican, Amanda Picken, and everyone at The Sportsman Inn on another fantastic achievement.

29/10/2026

Our sausage is big, meaty and wrapped in even more meat. And now you can have it on the table next to your Sunday roast.

Because sometimes, a regular-sized sausage just isn't enough😏

Who's adding these JUMBO pigs in blankets to their next Sunday roast?

If you're looking for a pub in Dorset that takes its Sunday roasts (and sausage sizes) seriously, check out our menu and book your table online:
cricketersshroton.co.uk/menu/

*advance booking is advised*

27/10/2026

WOW 🔥

This has been such an honour to be a part of!

Huge thanks to Coca-Cola for championing community leaders around the UK and for picking our very own Simon Dafforn-jones as Local Royalty!

It was a privilege to have portrait artist to royalty, Jamie Coreth, capture Simon in his natural habitat, the FBI.

Read more here 👇🏼

https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/pub-landlord-given-royal-treatment-37812329

26/10/2026

A little candlelight, a glass of Ch*****ne and a very good excuse to get dressed up! 🥂🕯️

On Saturday 14th November, we're hosting a special Candlelit Supper at The Cricketers, and we'd love you to join us.

Think cosy candlelit tables, delicious food and a lovely evening spent with your favourite people.

For £80 per person, you'll enjoy a glass of Ch*****ne on arrival, followed by a specially prepared set menu. You can have a look at the full menu in this post!

Saturday 14th November
Arrival at 7pm, with dinner served at 7:30pm
£80 per person, including Ch*****ne on arrival 🥂

Whether it's a date night or a lovely evening out with friends, we would love to make it a special one!

Booking is essential, so give us a call to reserve your table.

📍The Cricketers, Shroton, near Blandford Forum
Call us on 01258 268107 to secure your table or head over to our website: cricketersshroton.co.uk/

25/10/2026

Looking for a cosy country pub in Dorset for your next Sunday roast? We might have just the spot! 🔥🍷

Tucked away in the pretty village of Shroton, near Blandford Forum, you'll find The Cricketers. A friendly village pub where Sundays are about great food and good company.

We've recently launched our new Sunday lunch menu, with plenty to choose from, all the traditional trimmings and a brand new selection of sides for those who like to go all out! 🤤

And there's plenty more to love...

We are dog-friendly, so your four-legged family members are welcome too.
We've got a fireplace with a log burner, perfect for getting cosy after a countryside walk.
There's free parking!
Plenty of choice, including traditional Sunday roasts and other delicious dishes if you fancy something different.

Whether it's a Sunday lunch for two, a mates' meet-up or getting the family together, we would love to welcome you to our friendly village pub.

So if you're searching for a great Sunday roast near Blandford Forum, Shaftesbury or in North Dorset, come and give us a try!

📍 The Cricketers, Shroton, near Blandford Forum, Dorset
Call 01258 268107 or visit our website to view the menu and book your table: cricketersshroton.co.uk/menu/

22/10/2026

Our new autumn menu launches TODAY! 🍂

As you can see, some of the team are getting a little too excited about tucking in... 😂

We've got plenty of delicious new dishes for you to try, so head over to our website to have a little nosey at the new menu!

cricketersshroton.co.uk

📍 The Cricketers Pub, Shroton, near Blandford Forum

21/10/2026

Something spooky is happening at The Cricketers this Halloween! 🎃👻

Join us on Saturday 31st October for a Halloween-themed live set from Belle Street, plus a delicious tapas menu to tuck into while you enjoy the music!

Good food, live music and a few spooky surprises from the playlist. Sounds like a pretty good way to spend Halloween to us!

Fancy joining us? Call your friends and get a table booked!

📍 The Cricketers, Shroton, near Blandford Forum

Call to book 01258 268107 or go online: cricketersshroton.co.uk/

20/10/2026

At Punch, we're proud to see young talent thrive across our pubs and support teams. From first jobs to leadership roles, remains one of the UK's greatest industries for developing skills, building confidence and creating rewarding careers.

That's why we're backing a hospitality-wide call to Government ahead of the Budget, championing the sector's ability to create jobs and opportunities for young people.

Hear Harry Bourne's story and why he's proud to support this message.

20/10/2026

Fancy a cosy little escape to the Dorset countryside? 🌿🏡

Our lovely one-bedroom holiday accommodation, The Pavilion, is tucked away in the village of Shroton, right in the heart of North Dorset.

It's the perfect little base for walkers, countryside explorers or couples who just fancy getting away from it all for a few days.

The Pavilion is within easy reach of Blandford Forum, Shaftesbury and the famous Gold Hill, with countryside walks, pretty villages and the Jurassic Coast all waiting to be explored.

And the best bit? Our pub is right next door! 🍷🍽️

So after a day out exploring, you're only a few steps away from some delicious food and a well-earned drink.

It's dog-friendly too, so your four-legged walking companion can come along for the adventure 🐾

Fancy a few nights away? Visit our website for more info and to book your stay: cricketersshroton.co.uk/accommodation/

18/10/2026

Now THAT is a Sunday roast! 😍

Our Herb Crusted Rack of Lamb Sharing Board is a bit of a showstopper, even if we do say so ourselves! 🤤

It's currently on our specials board, but when it's gone, it's gone! And that's not all... our brand new Sunday menu launches today! 🙌

So if you fancy a cosy Sunday lunch at the pub, come and get comfy, have a look at what's new and let us do the cooking!

📍 The Cricketers Pub, Shroton, near Blandford Forum
Call 01258 268107 to book your table or head to our website: cricketersshroton.co.uk/

15/10/2026

We're doing breakfast! 🍳🥓 Just for one morning though, so don't get too excited! 😂

This Saturday 17th October, we're opening early and serving breakfast from 9am until 11:30am.

So if you fancy starting your Saturday with a trip to the pub (for breakfast, obviously 👀), come and join us!

It's a one-off, so don't miss it!

📍 The Cricketers, Shroton, near Blandford Forum
Call 01258 268107 to book your table.

13/10/2026

We're starting to get the feeling the team don't want to be in any more videos... 😂

Unfortunate, really, because we've got LOADS more ideas!!!!

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07/10/2026

Britain’s pubs are worth up to £30 billion in wellbeing value to communities across the UK. But rising costs and high taxes are putting pressure on pubs that bring people together.

This Week of Action, join the campaign today and tell your MP to keep pubs open and pints affordable.

https://www.longlivethelocal.pub/letter 🍍

25/09/2026

Actress Daisy Edgar-Jones filmed 🎥 a promo for her new film, Sense and Sensibility in our Canonbury pub, The Marquess Tavern for Vogue 🥰

The team at Vogue were searching for a shooting location that oozes class, was timeless and in-keeping with the theme of the movie... so where else were they going to film?! 😏

Take a look at the promo - Daisy is in character as Elinor Dashwood throughout!

Sense and Sensibility hits cinemas TODAY! 🎬Why not pop into The Marquess Tavern to wash down your popcorn! 🍿🍷

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22/09/2026

We're on board, are you?

Join thousands backing Britain's pubs and breweries.

www.longlivethelocal.pub ❤️🍺

21/09/2026

This pub is a gem! 💎

The Wig & Mitre in Lincoln's Cathedral Quarter has reopened following a £100k investment. ⛪

Anne-Marie and Paul Balcomb have taken on the 14th century pub... "We’re thrilled to take control of such an iconic pub and can’t wait to meet all of our wonderful guests" ❤️

📷 Courtesy of Tory McTernan

17/09/2026

Welcome to The Buck Inn 🦌

New Management Partner Adrian McShane-Chapman has taken over the Thornton-le-Dale pub following a whopping £490k investment 🤑

🗨️ “I arrived in the UK 22 years ago from Australia, armed with just a backpack and no real plan... I’ve dipped in and out of hospitality over that time but the fire inside me to run my own pub burned bright.” - Adrian

If you're in Yorkshire, pay Adrian and his team a visit and check out this stunning pub for yourselves. 🤩

15/09/2026

Rory takes the keys to the refurbished Cross Keys pub in Nottingham! 🗝️

Our new Management Partner Rory Calladine has taken the reins at the popular city centre pub following a £100,000 investment.

🗨️"I was instantly drawn to the pub and as soon I discovered it was available in a partnership with Punch, I jumped at the chance." 🍍

Regular guests at The Cross Keys will instantly notice the pub’s traditional feel and special characteristics have been retained throughout but that a complete refresh has taken place. 💫

11/09/2026

We have reopened the Keyworth Tavern following a quarter-of-a-million refurbishment 🔥

The Keyworth pub in Nottingham, run by our Management Partner John Francis, had been closed for 5 weeks while we tore out the bar, stripped the pub back and replaced everything with new, modern furnishings. 🤩

Great work by everyone involved in the transformation 🥂

03/09/2026

We're quite fond of it too, Prime Minister! The Dog House

28/08/2026

Our Publican Beth at The Beeswing Inn 2013 has raised circa £250K for charity 😍 so if you're in the area this weekend, pop in and enjoy the music, food and drink!

Well done Beth!! 🥳

The Beeswing in East Cowton is hosting its 13th ‘Glastonbury’ festival to raise money for end of life care at a nearby hospital.

27/08/2026

Newly married couple Gareth and Jamie Furness have take the over The Bay Horse Inn in Pickering. 🔔

The pub has received a £400,000 investment and Gareth says it has been very well received by locals. 😃

“We are seeing more locals returning to the pub, faces that haven't been seen here for many years and we are seeing them on a regular basis... The refurb has really put The Bay Horse Inn back on the map and firmly at the heart of the Pickering community.” ❤️

Well done to everyone involved in this brilliant transformation 👏