Six Player Family Set

For many, the name of Jaques is synonymous with croquet. Though the game had existed in some form or another for many years, it was John Jaques II introduction of the game at the Great Exhibition in 1851 that brought the game the attention it deserved. The games popularity proved infectious, and it became hugely popular throughout the British Empire in a matter of years - indeed, it was said that "Nothing but tobacco smoke has ever spread so rapidly". For his display at the Exhibition, John Jaques II won a Gold medal and cemented Jaques of London's place in sporting history.

JJ II was widely regarded as the foremost authority on the game, and in 1864 published 'Croquet; the Laws and Regulations of the Game', by which (with some revisions) the game is still played today. Nowadays there are croquet clubs all over the world, with many millions of casual players. A sport that can be played by man or woman, young and old, it is with some pride that Jaques of London can say they are still producing the highest quality croquet sets 160 years on from John Jaques II's first presentation.

The dawn of the 21st Century heralded a major change for the Company, as in that year Jaques moved into a new factory and Headquarters in Edenbridge; an advance long overdue, following the company’s recent growth. To celebrate this event this stunning new six player croquet set was introduced, suitable for the larger family. There are four full size and two intermediate mallets made of English sports ash, six Challenge balls in an attractive canvas carrier, Challenge steel hoops with hoop mallet, and a six colour winning post with clip peg. As with all Jaques Family Croquet sets, for leisure play the court may be scaled down to fit the space available, in proportion to regulation measurements, and should be reasonably level. The attractive corner flags define the court boundaries, and the set includes six hoop clips, six ball markers and the comprehensive Jaques Rule book. The six player croquet set is fitted into a beautiful red pine box with enamelled steel fittings.