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Cricket Performance Camp with Stuart Barnes

Monday 10 to Wednesday 12 August

 

Launching this summer at Westonbirt School, a 3-day Cricket Performance Camp with elite bowling coach Stuart Barnes.  A high-performance 3-day residential or day camp for developing male and female players aged 11-17. An exclusive opportunity to join Stuart Barnes, an international coach with over 25 years of county and international experience, for an elite preparation camp designed to take your cricket game to the next level.

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About Stuart Barnes

Stuart Barnes has spent over 25 years developing cricketers from grassroots to the international arena. His career includes extensive coaching roles with Gloucestershire, Surrey, Somerset, Warwickshire, the England Young Lions, Cricket Ireland and Bangladesh.

Stuart has coached world class sportsmen and women at county, regional, national and international level. From primary school cricketers, development pathway players and international stars, Stuart’s ability to connect with cricketers at all levels to unlock potential and find sporting success is what sets him apart.

He has worked with Tom Curran, leading white ball bowler for Surrey & England, IPL start Sam Curran, Test Captain Ben Stokes, England all-rounder Chris Woakes and Sri Lankan legend Kumar Sangakkara. Stuart finds greatest satisfaction in helping players of all levels improve their performance and find long term success.

Stuart’s coaching philosophy is built on a simple premise: developing players over the long term. He champions a holistic, system-led approach that focuses on building robust foundations, repeatable habits and consistent standards. He is renowned for his calm, authoritative presence and his ability to simplify complex technical concepts.

“Across three days, players will be immersed in a genuine high-performance and elite environment. We aren’t just going to hit and bowl cricket balls in a net; we are going to look at the technical, tactical, physical and mental elements of the game. We will challenge and support you, and show you what it takes to train and think like a professional.”

 

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FAQs

The Stuart Barnes Cricket Performance Camp is aimed at developing players ages 11 – 17 years who are playing at club level, representing their school  and/or on a developing player pathway.

Cricketers taking attending the day programme will enjoy a full-day of cricket and bowling coaching from Stuart and his team of expert coaches.  Those attending the residential will enjoy a full evening programme of workshops delivered by Stuart, enjoy use of the pool and 9-hole golf course and with fully catered accommodation in shared single-sex boarding rooms within the beautiful grounds of Westonbirt School.

Absolutely – expect hands on coaching, detailed feedback and tips how to improve your technique and elevate your game.

Where appropriate for the session, male and female players will train together within age-groups. At other times players may come together to watch or participate in line with the aim of the session.  The safety of students is of utmost importance within the active coaching sessions.

Yes, developing cricket players can attend a single day of the Stuart Barnes Cricket Performance Camp but as the programme is designed to build skills cumulatively over the 3 days, it is highly recommended that single day bookings are for day 1 of the course (10 August), 2 day bookings are for days 1 & 2 of the course. To get the most out of the programme, the full 3 days are recommended.

Key Details

  • Dates: Monday 10 August – Wednesday 13 August
  • Who: Male and female players age 11- 17 years ready to level up
  • Location: Westonbirt School, Gloucestershire, GL8 8QG
  • Price: £545 all‑inclusive*
  • Booking: places are limited and early booking is recommended

Enjoy £25 off full price if booked before 30 May – Open to All

*10% Wishford Family’s discount available

What’s Included

  • 3 days of high-performance cricket coaching led by Stuart Barnes and his team
  • Personalised player feedback and development planning
  • 3 days/2 nights full-board accommodation (shared single-sex rooms)
  • Evening activity programme including the Five Pillars of Elite Cricket workshops
  • Pastoral care and safeguarding throughout the residential
  • End-of-camp review and next-steps guidance
  • Exclusive Stuart Barnes Performance Camp bundle for students attending the residential

Why Attend

  • Be coached by an international expert: learn directly from a coach who has operated at the highest levels of the game.
  • Live like a pro: experience the training, recovery, nutrition, and daily standards expected in professional cricket.
  • The 5 Pillars of Performance: we cover the technical, tactical, physical, mental, and lifestyle elements required to succeed.
  • Gain clarity and confidence: leave with focused, personalised feedback and a clear understanding of your game.
  • Outstanding setting: enjoy Westonbirt School’s premium sports facilities, set within the beautiful 220-acre Westonbirt Estate
  • Exclusive Stuart Barnes Cricket bundle included with your 3-day residential booking

 

Terms & Conditions

 

Who is it for?

  • Ambitious girls and boys ages 11 – 17 years who want more than a regular sports camp
  • Players eager to build confidence, clarity and professional habits they can take into their cricket game
  • Developing bowlers ready to be coached, challenged and supported at a higher level

Want to attend without staying overnight?

Developing cricket players can attend a single day of the Stuart Barnes Cricket Performance Camp but as the programme is designed to build skills cumulatively over 3 days, it is highly recommended that single day bookings are for day 1 of the course (10 August), and 2 day bookings are for days (10 & 11 August). To get the most out of the programme, the full 3 days are recommended.

 

  • Dates: 10 – 12 August
  • Arrival and pick up time: 10 am – 5 pm
  • Price: £90/day including lunch*

Enjoy 10% off full price if booked before 30 May – Open to All

*10% Wishford Family’s discount is applied at checkout

 

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What You’ll Experience 

 

Technical & Tactical (On-Pitch)

  • Skill refinement under pressure: moving beyond sterile net sessions into scenario-based training
  • Game understanding: reading the game, setting fields, and tactical decision-making
  • Live feedback and micro-adjustments to fix habits and raise standards

Physical (Strength & Conditioning)

  • Cricket-specific movement patterns and injury prevention
  • Understanding the physical demands of modern pace bowling and batting.
  • Building robustness for long-term performance.

Mental (Psychology & Mindset)

  • Handling pressure, overcoming setbacks, and building resilience.
  • Developing consistent routines and focus.
  • Understanding the “Skill Acquisition Crisis” and how to train your brain, not just your body.

Lifestyle & Recovery (Off-Pitch)

  • Nutrition education: fuelling for performance and recovery.
  • Recovery protocols: sleep, mobility, and managing workload.
  • Professional habits: accountability, self-care, and goal tracking.

Example Day

  • Morning: activation, movement prep, and technical skill blocks
  • Midday: tactical scenarios and game understanding
  • Lunch: player lunch in The Dining Hall at Westonbirt House
  • Afternoon: conditioned games and decision-making under fatigue
  • Wrap-ups: Individual feedback and goal setting for the next day

Evening Residential Programme

  • Evening Workshops: The 5 Pillars (Nutrition, Mindset, Recovery).
  • Evening activities: with options for swimming & golf

 

Exact timetable may vary to optimise player load and playing conditions

 

 

What to Bring 

  • Cricket kit including helmet, pads and personal protective items (labelled)
  • Cricket shoes and running trainers
  • Weather options such as base-layers, waterproofs, hat/sunscreen
  • Refillable water bottle, notebook & pen
  • Personal toiletries (if booked onto the residential) any required medications (clearly labelled)
  • Optional golf kit & swimwear

What Makes This Camp Different?

This is not a holiday camp and not just extra net practice. It’s an international-style preparation camp designed to show young players what it really means to train, live, and think like a professional. With genuine, individual attention from a coach who has developed players from the playground to the Test arena, this camp is about sustainable, long-term development.

 

 

Safeguarding & Pastoral Care

Player welfare is paramount. Qualified staff supervise all residential activities, with clear protocols for medical support, nutrition, hydration, recovery and rest.

 

Safeguarding Policy

How to Secure a Place

  • Read the Terms & conditions
  • Head to the Booking Page  and complete the Booking Form & medical details
  • Pay £245 deposit (or pay in full) to confirm your booking for the 3-day residential camp
  • Select the days you want to book if attending days only & pay in full
  • A pre‑camp info pack will be emailed 2–3 weeks before arrival

 

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