Lord’s Cricket Ground is a historic cricket venue on St John’s Wood Road in London, known as the Home of Cricket. A guided tour takes you into parts of the ground such as the Pavilion, dressing rooms and players’ balcony, with stories about the sport’s past. The museum displays cricket memorabilia, including personal equipment used by notable players and the original Ashes trophy. Come for the tour to explore the ground up close, or attend a match to see the pitch and historic surroundings in use.
A ground with a long history
Lord’s is the home of the Marylebone Cricket Club, founded in 1787. The club’s rules helped codify cricket, and the ground has been associated with the sport since 1814.
The present ground is the third site established by Thomas Lord. His first ground stood where Dorset Square is now. The second was used from 1811 to 1813, then abandoned to make way for the Regent’s Canal. Today’s ground was established about 250 yards north-west of that second site.
What to see on a tour
A guided tour gives you access to parts of the ground that make its cricket history tangible. Stops can include the Pavilion, the dressing rooms and the balcony where players have stood. Guides share stories about the venue and the game as you move around the ground.
A tour lasts about an hour. Access to particular areas can be affected by renovations, so check what will be open before you visit.
The museum and match day
Set aside time for the museum, where displays include personal equipment used by cricket players and the original Ashes trophy. A shop on site sells souvenirs.
A match offers a different way to experience Lord’s, with views of the pitch from around the ground. Food and drink are available, and you can bring your own snacks and non-alcoholic drinks. Rules on bringing alcohol depend on the match. Major Test match tickets can be difficult to obtain; the application process may involve entering a ballot.
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How long does a Lord’s tour take?
A guided tour takes about an hour. Allow extra time if you also want to visit the museum.
What can you see on a Lord’s tour?
Tours can include the Pavilion, dressing rooms and players’ balcony, as well as stories about the ground and cricket.
What is in the Lord’s museum?
The museum displays cricket memorabilia, including personal equipment used by players and the original Ashes trophy.
Are tickets for major Test matches easy to get?
They can be difficult to obtain. The application process may involve entering a ballot.
