Three cricket clubs at a ground used since the 18th century fear they could wink out of existence after they were told to stop playing when a ball allegedly hit a passer-by on the leg.
The suspension was imposed by the local parish council for ‘health and safety reasons’ after the member of public reported the incident last month.
Signs have also been placed around the boundary of the pitch where it meets the public car park, stating that the sport has been suspended.
But members of Danbury Cricket Club, who were playing at the time, said they hadn’t seen anyone being struck by a well-struck ball – and claimed the time it reportedly happened was ten minutes before the match started.
Players and supporters are worried the ban could become permanent, claiming the parish council frequently complained about the ‘financial burden’ the sport placed on its budget.
