Formed in 1983 Palmers C.C. has come a long way since a few friends disillusioned with the local Cricket scene sat chatting over a beer about starting a new Cricket club. From this small beginning a sociable friendly club evolved where all members are encouraged to express themselves in an open and positive environment.

Following a successful first season the club joined the Brighton League in 1985 as well as continuing with a full programme of Sunday friendly matches. We were fortunate to play our home games in the beautiful surroundings of Stanmer House, Stanmer Park. Although the club flourished during the next few years the pitch and changing facilities which were maintained by the council deteriorated so badly that eventually (with a heavy heart) in 1999 we left to become nomadic, playing most "home" games on the outskirts of Brighton at Braypool.

Around this time and despite our difficulties we started a junior section - this was to prove a great motivation for the future of our club.

In 2003 we moved to our new home at Hove Recreation ground and for the first time took full responsibility for the maintenance and preparation of the new cricket square. This was a great achievement for our club and a huge challenge for us as a self-funded club to be able to purchase the necessary ground equipment and materials that would be needed in order to be able to produce and maintain a quality wicket.

Five years on, with help from the lottery "Awards for all" scheme, a small grant from Brighton and Hove council and hard work from members and especially our head groundsman (Nigel Thomas), we are delighted with our progress. Our pitch has played very well and is improving every season. We are fortunate to share the excellent clubhouse with modern facilities provided by Hove Rugby club who have been very supportive. It's great to be able to have a beer and a chat with our opponents after the match at the ground!

In 2005 we realised a long held ambition when our Saturday 1st XI Joined the Mid Sussex League immediately winning promotion from the 3rd division as champions, and immediately promoted to 1st division in 2007 . This has enabled our Saturday 2nd XI to join the league in 2006.

Our Sunday XI has an excellent selection of attractive friendly matches and is an ideal environment for younger players to be introduced to senior cricket.

We have a well-established tour of Cornwall and Devon and also play a few mid week fixtures, extending to some 20Twenty fixtures in 2008.

Our junior section is thriving and for the first time in 2008 had 3 youth sides. In 2010 they are playing at   Under 11, Under 13 and Under 15.

We hold regular indoor winter nets and outdoor practice sessions at the Rec during the season as well as social and fundraising events throughout the year.

Overall, the club has really matured without losing its unique atmosphere.

Long may it continue!