

Croquet
Croquet is a sport with more than 160 clubs all over the country which cater for all levels of player from beginners to world champions.
An Overview of Croquet
Croquet is a game of skill and tactics which can be played on equal terms by all ages and genders. It provides non-strenuous outdoor exercise and an excellent opportunity to make new friends.
Croquet is no longer just the garden game familiar to many, but a nationwide and international sport using modern equipment on flat, closely-mown grass. There are two internationally-recognised forms of Croquet: Association Croquet and Golf Croquet.
Association croquet provides a richness of tactics and the infinite variety of croquet strokes (playing two balls at the same time) requires considerable skill. However a very effective handicapping system allows beginners to compete meaningfully against better players and improve their game gradually.
Golf croquet is a simpler form of the game in which only single ball shots are played. The basic rules and strategy are quick to learn and games are much shorter.
http://www.croquet.org.uk/