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

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

Date: 11th June 2022

Time: 10:00 am - 4:30 pm

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

Time: 10:00 am - 4:30 pm

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

Lowland Hay Meadows Plant Identification

Date: 24th June 2023

Time: 10:30 am - 3:30 pm

Location: Cricklade Jenner Hall and North Meadow NNR

Find out more about the beautiful plants that grow on North Meadow. Tutored by David Gowing who has carried out research on North Meadow for 25 years. David is the Professor of Botany at the Open University. This course is suitable for anyone who would like to learn more about lowland hay meadows and develop their plant identification skills.

Course Details

Cost: £25