‘The ECB are pleased to announce the launch of a new, free online umpiring education module. This is part of our ongoing commitment to supporting the development of officials at all levels of the recreational game and enhance the quality and consistency of officiating. This offer is aimed at those who are interested to know more about the key laws of the game and how to umpire, without committing to the formal ECB Umpire Course. Completion of this learning does NOT grant access to the ECB Umpire Progression Pathway and’ completing the full ECB Umpire Course is required to join the pathway.

ONLINE
ACCESS: The module is open and free to all and can be accessed here.
CONTENT: Designed to provide foundational knowledge of the game of cricket, the learning is aimed at those who are new to cricket, umpiring or are a parent/guardian looking to support their child at their club.
DURATION: The module takes approximately 60 minutes to complete.
MINIMUM AGE: Minimum age is 13 years old.
COST: Free of charge

IN PERSON
ECB Umpiring Course – Christ’s College Finchley (Middlesex)
Date(s): Sunday 23rd November 2025
Timings: 10am – 4.30pm
Venue: Christ’s College Finchley, East End Road, Finchley, London, N2 0SE
Cvent Course Code: Y6N9QDYF7XY
Unique Booking Link: https://booking.ecb.co.uk/lvPyNg
ECB Umpiring Course – Christ’s College Finchley (Middlesex)
Date(s): Sunday 25th January 2025
Timings: 10am – 4.30pm
Venue: Christ’s College Finchley, East End Road, Finchley, London, N2 0SE
Cvent Course Code: Q6N3SL6CVXH
Unique Booking Link: https://booking.ecb.co.uk/dM1n8b