Lord's Cricket Ground Tours and Tickets

Lord’s Cricket Ground, or the “Home of Cricket,” is in St John’s Wood, London, and is the premier place to watch national and international cricket matches. It was founded by Thomas Lord, a cricket player himself, in 1814 and was officially the first ground built for playing cricket.

Several matches are held at Lord’s Cricket Ground. It’s Marylebone Cricket Club’s home ground, where international test matches are played against England. Middlesex County Cricket Club, Oxford versus Cambridge, and also Eton versus Harrow are also played here. Cricket is the major sport played here on the grass pitch.

Yes, you can visit Lord’s Cricket Ground for tours. There are several types, from a Players’ Dining Room tour to tours led by former cricket legends. Some tours focus on the history of cricket and the Australian influence on the sport, or they even delve into the sport through fine art.

Yes, there is an entry fee for visiting Lord’s Cricket Ground. The prices vary by age, and there are family tickets, student tickets, and a few other options. The price depends on whether you want to watch a match, want a guided tour option, or enjoy a combination.

Yes, you can take your own food and beverages into Lord’s. There are designated picnic areas or the Coronation Garden to relax while you have your packed meal. You can even bring in your own booze, but it’s limited to one bottle of wine or bubbles or two cans of beer/cider/mixed drinks per person.

Yes, Lord’s Cricket Ground is worth a visit. Even if you’re not a cricket fan, you can feel the layers of history and passion the grounds have seen. Catching a match is a fine way to spend a few hours. Have a drink, eat some food, and listen to the hum of history.