Game 13 V Rawtenstall CC

Unfortunately the game was washed out at Rawtenstall. It just rained all day.But the hospitality again shown here by Dave and John Dawson will be etched in our memories for a while. Not only did they make us a Cornish pasty lunch, they also put on a magnificent afternoon tea!!!!!
During the day most of the group ventured into the village of Rawtenstall and watched the cricket live on the big screen at the local pub….It was great to banter with the opposition as well. Michael Bevan and Funky Miller both played at this club while Keith Miller nearly played back in the 40’s. Dennis Lillee played up the road as well as Shane Warne (Accrington CC) and Adam Dale (Bacup)…..The Lancashire league has had some great Aussies over a long period of time.
Presentations were made to Vinny their club captain and we hope the shirt fits.Aussie Jo and new bus driver Andrew (nicknamed Andy Sang) picked us out a hotel in Manchester and we sang songs and danced till late. The DJ was great with his Aussie songs, as we basically took over the joint. ‘We come from the land down under’ was sung with gusto and volume. Off to Manchester United Football Club and Old Trafford Cricket Ground tomorrow.
Rawtenstall CC

Washed out at Rawtenstall

The old Rawtenstall rooms

What a tea. Not much salmon left at Rawtenstall!

Cyril gets wet