A family of all ages playing croquet on a green lawn overlooking the Waterford coast
Waterford's newest community croquet club

Fancy a game of
croquet in Waterford?

A brand-new community croquet club coming to Dunmore East, Passage East and Cheekpoint on the Waterford coast. All ages, all abilities — everyone welcome on the lawn.

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Open to all Ages 6 to 106 No experience needed Friendly & social
Welcome

A new community croquet club for Waterford

South East Community Croquet is bringing the friendly, sociable game of croquet to Ireland's beautiful south-east coast. We're forming croquet clubs in three lovely waterside villages in Co. Waterford — Dunmore East, Passage East and Cheekpoint — where neighbours of every age and ability can meet, play and have a bit of fun on the lawn.

Whether you're 6 or 106, brand new to the game or a returning player, there's a place for you here. No experience and no equipment needed — just turn up.

All ages & abilities

One of the few games where children, parents and grandparents truly play together as equals.

Right on your doorstep

Three clubs across the Waterford harbour villages — there's one near you.

Friendly & social

It's as much about the chat and the company as the game. Come for the croquet, stay for the craic.

Did you know?

Three surprising facts about croquet

There's a lot more to this game than you might think — and it's closer to home than you'd expect.

1

It's Irish, not English!

The modern game of croquet was developed right here in Ireland, evolving from a 14th-century peasant game.

2

A game for all generations

It's one of the only sports competitively played between the ages of 6 and 106 — skill and tactics beat brute strength.

3

A 100-year local legacy

Back in 1924, Lord Waterford dedicated Dunmore East Park specifically for croquet and tennis. We're carrying that on.

Our clubs

Three villages, one community

Looking for something to do in Dunmore East, Passage East or Cheekpoint? Find the croquet club nearest you. Each one is now forming and welcoming founding members — be part of it from the very start.

Now forming Croquet in Dunmore East — harbour with fishing boats and lighthouse, Co. Waterford

Croquet in Dunmore East

A historic croquet setting on the Waterford coast, with a lawn legacy stretching back over a century.

More about Dunmore East
Now forming Croquet in Passage East — village and the car ferry on the River Suir, Co. Waterford

Croquet in Passage East

A friendly riverside village on the Suir estuary, with grand views across the water to Wexford.

More about Passage East
Now forming Croquet in Cheekpoint — village where three rivers meet, Co. Waterford

Croquet in Cheekpoint

A peaceful spot where three rivers meet — the perfect setting for a relaxed game and good company.

More about Cheekpoint
Croquet mallets, hoop and coloured balls on a green lawn
Getting started

How to play croquet (it's easy to learn)

New to croquet? Perfect. You don't need any experience or equipment to get going — croquet is one of the easiest games to learn and good fun from your very first hit. Here's all there is to it:

1

Register your interest

Pop your details in below — it takes 30 seconds and there's no commitment.

2

Come to a taster session

We'll let you know when sessions start at your local club and invite you along.

3

Borrow a mallet & learn the basics

We'll show you the ropes. It's easy to pick up and good fun from the first hit.

4

Join in — your way

Play casually for the social side, or take it up competitively. It's entirely up to you.

Read the full beginner's guide

New to the game? See our simple croquet rules for beginners — you'll be ready to play in minutes.

Join us

Register your interest

Founding members wanted! Add your details and we'll be in touch as soon as sessions start near you — or get in touch with Michael directly.

Call or text Michael+353 86 822 5301

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No commitment — we'll just let you know when croquet starts near you.

No commitment — we'll only use your details to let you know when croquet starts near you.