Cockermouth Cricket Club

Many photographs which adorn the walls of the current Sandair pavilion are testament to the growing interest in the area during the Victorian era.

Eventually though, the pavilion transferred to the side of the ground where it is today, albeit in a smaller guise than the modern building.

In terms of facilities, further pavilion developments saw: a licensed bar introduced, changing room expansions, kitchen improvements and outdoor toilets moved inside.

as he is commonly known, played for the club First and Second XI's, captaining the latter in the late 1970s / early 1980s.

As treasurer, he single-handedly raised thousands of pounds for the club through a variety of channels; especially enjoying the traditions of raffle draws and 'pie and pea' fixtures.

Most notable of the luminaries in a playing sense is Ken White, father of current club Captain Gareth.

From the 1970s onwards, George's expertise in architecture and design have helped the pavilion facilities develop into a thoroughly modern area.

The whole ground was re-laid, partly funded by grants sourced by George and pavilion and flood defence work, in order to prevent future damage, was implemented in time for the club to start the 2010 season back on their home ground.