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Arson destroys historic cricket pavilion, club vows to rebuild
21 Feb
Summary
- An 180-year-old cricket pavilion was destroyed by arson in September.
- The club aims to rebuild a new pavilion for the next cricket season.
- Over £7,000 has been raised to support the rebuilding efforts.
In September, an 180-year-old thatched sports pavilion belonging to Bures and District Cricket Club in Suffolk was destroyed in a deliberate arson attack. Police confirmed the fire was intentional, though no arrests have been made.
Club officials are now focused on rebuilding. While matches will proceed on the green this summer, the goal is to have a new pavilion ready for the upcoming season. The club is working with architects and the local council to plan the new structure.
Fundraising efforts are underway, with over £7,000 raised to date. The new pavilion will not feature a thatched roof but will be designed to honor the history of the original building and potentially serve as a community venue.
