BRIXHAM CRICKET CLUB REOPENING 4th July 2020

Ladies, gents, families and friends.

Firstly and importantly I hope that all members and their families have coped as well as they could during this period. Please refer to previous email correspondence if any member requires any support during these difficult times.

The Committee and staff have been working hard during lockdown to ensure that the Club environment is safe to open in accordance with Government guidance. As the restrictions have now been lifted, it's intended to re-open the Clubhouse at noon on Saturday 4^th July. The opening hours will be as normal thereafter.

With Government guidance, social distancing will have to be adhered to and a one-way system has been introduced. There will be a queueing system in place and restrictions placed on numbers within the Clubhouse. A quick phone call on this matter, maybe in order to avoid disappointment and being turned away at peak times. With this in mind and to reduce the risk to club members, the Committee have restricted opening to members only including the grounds. Sadly, no guests or new membership requests will be accepted until further notice.

May I thank those who have already paid their membership and encourage last years' members, who wish to continue being a member, do so as soon as possible. Membership cards may be required when ordering . Replacement cards are available from the bar but please choose a quiet time.

Just like every pub, club and hospitality venue, space will be a premium so we ask that children do not queue at the bar and leave it to their parents.

For the time being, due to space and covid restrictions, the kitchen will remain open but for takeaway and delivery only. Pre-ordered takeaways may be eaten outside on the benches but at the moment not inside.

As part of the Governments track and trace you will be asked to leave your names and contact details on entry. As we all know, the rules and regs are subject to change, and could do so overnight, so the Committee will keep all aspects of opening under review.

Lastly, due to restrictions, the clubhouse won't be the same and this will be a learning curve for us all whilst we get use to the process. Please be patient with the bar team and the policies in place. They are there to support members and keep them in a safe environment whilst being able to enjoy the Club. We all hope to be back to normal as soon as possible.

Best Regards

Nick Hart.

Brixham Cricket Club Chairman