Established in 1853, the local club plays on the largest village green ground in England. 

Many stars from all over the world have played on the green. 

Scoresheets adorn the clubhouse walls, noting the efforts of players from countries such as England, Australia, West Indies, South Africa and New Zealand. 

The original clubhouse burned down in 1993 with the replica replacement opened in 1994 by Richie Benaud (OBE).

Wheeldon was awarded the privilege of umpiring the match between Car Colston and Radcliffe. 

“This is easily the highlight of my years of umpiring, far eclipsing anything I have been lucky enough to do so far,” Wheeldon said.

“The Lord of the manor still lives in a mansion overlooking the green and he was one of the first people I was introduced to, followed by all the committee and players. 

“I enjoyed a cup of tea and a fairy tale day of English cricket.

“All sandwiches, cakes and slices were prepared by Mary - all clubs would love to have a Mary as she could not do enough for me. 

“When the end of play arrived, everyone walked across the green to the cover boundary where stands The Royal Oak. 

“It was here that pints and gins were consumed and players achievements were debated . 

“This was a very funny and unique way of debriefing.  

“A lap of the village in a tractor at 2am was followed by a black London Cab ride back to Nottingham to my hotel.

“Everyone was so accommadating.

“It was a very enjoyable day which has given me a lasting memory,” Wheeldon said.