Professional Bat Services in Norwich
In-Store Bat Care
Bring your bat to our Rackheath showroom for professional oiling, anti-scuff fitting, toe guard application, re-gripping, and general maintenance. Our team will inspect your blade, advise on what it needs, and carry out the work while you wait or leave it with us.
What We Offer
Our Norwich showroom at 18C Wendover Road, Rackheath is a fully equipped bat care workshop. Whether you have just bought a new bat and want it prepared properly, or you need mid-season maintenance on a trusted blade, we handle it all in person.
Most services can be completed the same day or within 24 hours. For knocking in and most repairs, we typically need 7–10 working days to do the job properly. Drop your bat off during showroom hours (Tue–Fri 9–5, Sat 10–3) or call ahead to book a time.
- Linseed oil application — new bat preparation or mid-season top-up
- Anti-scuff sheet fitting — protects the face from ball marks and cracking
- Toe guard application — shields the most vulnerable part of the blade
- Re-gripping — fresh grip fitted from our range in store
- Bat repair — crack sealing, edge repair, and binding
Service Price List
Honest, fixed pricing on every job. We’ll always quote you before starting any work — no surprises, no hidden charges.
Basic Services
- £7
New Grip Fitted
- £10
Anti-Scuff Sheet Fitted
New bat preparation
- £10
Toe Guard Fitted
- £15
Minor Surface Crack Repair
- from £30
Weight Reduction
£30 first 1oz, £15 per oz thereafter
Refurbishment
- £20
Face Refurb
Playing area only
- £30
Basic Refurb
Clean, sand, light repair & polish
- £50
Full Refurb
Clean, sand, re-grip, scuff sheet & toe guard
Repairs
- £30
Shoulder or Toe Split Repair
- £45–£50
Major Crack Repair
- £10–£12
Handle Rebinding
- £45
Delamination Repair
Major Work
- £50
Full Re-Handle
- £60–£70
Re-Handle with Full Refurb
- £60
Grafting
Optional Extras
- Free online / £30 in-store
Knocking-In Service
Free when purchasing a bat online. £30 for in-store purchases or standalone service
- £10
Anti-Scuff + Edge Tape
All prices include labour. Materials included unless otherwise stated. Drop your bat off during showroom hours — Tue–Fri 9–5, Sat 10–3.
Bat Care Services
Common questions about bringing your bat to us for maintenance and preparation.
No booking is required for most services — walk-ins are welcome during showroom hours (Tue–Fri 9–5, Sat 10–3). For knocking in, we recommend calling ahead so we can give you an accurate turnaround time. If you want to be sure someone is available to help immediately, give us a ring on +44 1603 650050 before you visit.
Oiling, anti-scuff fitting, toe guards, and re-gripping can usually be done same-day or while you wait. Knocking in is a longer process — expect 7–10 working days as we work the blade gradually over multiple sessions. Most repairs are also around 7–10 days, but more involved jobs (major cracks, re-handles, full refurbs) can take longer depending on the extent of the damage. We’ll give you an honest timeline when we see the bat.
See our full price list above. Most basic services are between £7–£15, with refurbishment from £20, and major repairs or re-handles from £30–£70 depending on the work involved. We will always quote you before starting any work — no surprises.
It depends on the crack. Minor surface marks and small edge splits can often be repaired with adhesive and binding. Deep structural cracks through the face or splice may mean the bat is beyond economic repair — we will be honest with you about that. Bring it in and we will take a look at no charge.
Absolutely. Our bat care services are available for any bat, regardless of where you bought it. We work on all brands — Gray-Nicolls, Kookaburra, GM, Chase, and everything in between.
New Bat Preparation
Just bought a new English Willow bat? Don’t take it straight to the nets. Raw willow needs preparation before it can handle the impact of a cricket ball. Bring it to us and we’ll get it match-ready properly.
Our full new bat preparation service includes a light oiling to condition the willow, a professional knock-in across the face, edges, and toe, an anti-scuff sheet to protect the surface, and a toe guard to prevent moisture damage from damp outfields. You’ll leave with a bat that’s ready for day one of the season.
Visit Our Workshop
Our showroom at 18C Wendover Road, Rackheath, Norwich NR13 6LH is open Tue–Fri 9–5 and Sat 10–3. Walk in with your bat or call +44 1603 650050 to book ahead. We’ll take care of the rest.
- Walk-in service — no appointment needed for most jobs
- All brands welcome — wherever you bought your bat
- Free inspection and honest advice before any work