Welcome

Town Criers introduced by the Normans to relay news to the people.

History of the Court

Cricklade Court Leet has been part of the Cricklade community since the formation of Manorial Courts following the Norman Conquest which started at the Battle of Hastings in 1066. Today, the Cricklade Court is one of only 32 courts remaining in the UK.

Our Role Today

The Cricklade Court has a continuing role in the management of the common lands of Cricklade; which includes the appointment of a Hayward; and the management of the grazing on North Meadow National Nature Reserve.

The Cricklade Court works closely with Natural England on the management and conservation of this National Nature Reserve. Natural England have owned and managed this site since the 1970s. The Natural England leaflet on North Meadow explains in more detail.

Town Crier leads guided walk — Cricklade Court Leet Town Crier leads visitors on a guided walk of North Meadow NNR

The Cricklade Court Leet became a Charitable Incorporated Organisation in 2018 and has 25 volunteer members who are involved in many of the Town’s activties in addition to conservation work on North Meadow National Nature Reserve. The Cricklade Town Council website has a map of Cricklade, giving information about local landmarks.

Upcoming Events

Bumblebee Identification Course

Date: 14th May 2022

Location: Cricklade Jenner Hall and North Meadow NNR

Richard Comont from the Bumblebee Conservation Trust will introduce the ecology of bumblebees and lead a workshop to identify the commoner species. This course is for beginners who would like to learn more about these charismatic insects.

Course Details

Cost: £25

Moths and Butterflies Course (Two-day non-residential)

Date: 11th June 2022

Location: Cricklade Jenner Hall (site visits to North Meadow NNR, Edge Common NNR and Daneway Banks NR)

An exciting Moth and Butterfly course suitable for both beginners and those with previous experience. Tutored by David Brown a leading specialist on this subject and the County Recorder for Warwickshire. David runs many courses for the Field Studies Council, Warwickshire and Birmingham Universities.

Course Details

Cost: £50

Damselfly Identification Course

Date: 25th June 2022

Location: Cricklade Jenner Hall and North Meadow NNR

This course is aimed at all those with a desire to learn how to identify these stunning insects. Led by Sue Rees Evans the Shropshire County recorder for Dragonflies and Damselflies who is an enthusiastic trainer with many years experience.

Course Details

Cost: £25