In late December 1921, the Crown Flatt was visited by the Australian touring party – they took on Dewsbury (billed as the Australasians) in front of 6000 supporters. Dewsbury won the match 13-6, although Australia would soon out the defeat behind them and win their next 6 fixtures on the tour. The touring side were especially impressed with Yorkshire and … Read More
1926 Dewsbury vs New Zealand All Blacks
Film of New Zealand vs Dewsbury in 1926 1926 rubgy game – British Pathé (britishpathe.com) Dewsbury 9 v All Blacks 13 11th September 1926 @ Crown Flatt. Attendance 22,500.
1936 – Baseball at Crown Flatts
Professional Baseball at Crown Flatt In the summer of 1936, when Crown Flatt became the home of Dewsbury Royals Professional Baseball Club. Dewsbury Royals were founder members of the Yorkshire Baseball League. The first game was on Saturday May 9th, 1936. The Dewsbury Reporter noted that, “Local sportsmen will have their first opportunity to see the game that is all … Read More
