The Cradle of Cricket, Hambledon

In 1908, following the erection of the Monument to the Glory of Cricket, W R Weir published The Cradle of Cricket; a Hambledon Souvenir.

It tells the stories of the Hambledon Club greats including William Bedlam ("Silver Billie") who played in all great matches over 35 years.

We particularly enjoyed the description of the best fielder, Edward Aburrow, who was nick-named "Curry" because of his fiery disposition, but beloved by all!