Playing the game of Croquet is so much more fun when using the beautiful and substantial specialized equipment from Jaques of London. It can be as challenging and enjoyable sport as any other. Croquet combines the need for tactical ability, judgment and skill in equal measure successfully, due to the non-physical nature of the game and a unique handicapping and Croquet rules system. Because of this the game can be enjoyed at any level by male and female players of any age and ability on equal footing.
When John Jaques introduced Croquet at the Great Exhibition in 1851 it quickly became the vogue throughout the British Empire. Thus putting Jaques at the forefront of the spread of croquet as a sport. In 1864 John Jaques II, wrote and published Croquet; the Laws and Regulations of the Game. He was regarded as the greatest authority on the game at the time. And today, (with some revision) the game of croquet is still played by those rules.
Woodstock, close to Blenheim Palace, one of England's famous stately privately owned homes, has long provided a place for many croquet enthusiasts.
The Woodstock Croquet Set, was named to honor this rich croquet tradition. It includes all the components needed great competitive game. Included are four Woodstock croquet mallets made of English sports ash, used because of it's straight grain, that have octagonal ash handles developed by John Jaques III in the mid 19th Century. These mallets help a player ‘feel’ the alignment of the mallet in play, and imparts efficient, accurate ‘driving power’ and ‘touch’ in play.The Challenge balls are double scored in blue, red, black and yellow. The 6 enameled, heavyweight wrought iron Challenge hoops can easily be installed with the Smasher mallet that is included (watering of each hoop site is recommended first). The hardwood winning peg is beautiful with it's four color bands indicating the order of play. Also included are clips, ball markers, 4 border flags and rules. The pinewood box, 43 1/2 x 10 3/4 x 8", is beautifully fitted with Jaques' original breakback hinges, strong steel latches and natural rope carrying handles. Each corner is reinforced with steel corner plates. The timber is from sustainable sources. Open the set you purchase and you will see the distinctive leather, gold embossed Jaques label!
When John Jaques introduced Croquet at the Great Exhibition in 1851 it quickly became the vogue throughout the British Empire. Thus putting Jaques at the forefront of the spread of croquet as a sport. In 1864 John Jaques II, wrote and published Croquet; the Laws and Regulations of the Game. He was regarded as the greatest authority on the game at the time. And today, (with some revision) the game of croquet is still played by those rules.
Woodstock, close to Blenheim Palace, one of England's famous stately privately owned homes, has long provided a place for many croquet enthusiasts.
The Woodstock Croquet Set, was named to honor this rich croquet tradition. It includes all the components needed great competitive game. Included are four Woodstock croquet mallets made of English sports ash, used because of it's straight grain, that have octagonal ash handles developed by John Jaques III in the mid 19th Century. These mallets help a player ‘feel’ the alignment of the mallet in play, and imparts efficient, accurate ‘driving power’ and ‘touch’ in play.The Challenge balls are double scored in blue, red, black and yellow. The 6 enameled, heavyweight wrought iron Challenge hoops can easily be installed with the Smasher mallet that is included (watering of each hoop site is recommended first). The hardwood winning peg is beautiful with it's four color bands indicating the order of play. Also included are clips, ball markers, 4 border flags and rules. The pinewood box, 43 1/2 x 10 3/4 x 8", is beautifully fitted with Jaques' original breakback hinges, strong steel latches and natural rope carrying handles. Each corner is reinforced with steel corner plates. The timber is from sustainable sources. Open the set you purchase and you will see the distinctive leather, gold embossed Jaques label!
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Any item Manufactured and Sold by Jaques of London on this Website has a standard guarantee against manufacturing defects for 1 year.
Any item Manufactured and Sold by Jaques of London on this Website has a standard guarantee against manufacturing defects for 1 year.
