Walkers and Talkers | Q&A with Richard Illingworth

About Walkers & Talkers

Walkers and Talkers is a fantastic initiative that gives people a chance to connect with like-minded people, feel supported and have the opportunity to share their stories, all with complimentary teas, coffees and biscuits.

The walk allows people to connect with their community and the people around them. This is followed by a Q&A with our inspirational guest speaker, former England and Worcestershire County Cricket Club player and Current ICC Umpire Richard Illingworth.

Q&A with Richard Illingworth

Richard Illingworth, Former England and Worcestershire County Cricket Player known for his left-arm spin bowling, was a key member of the Worcestershire side for two decades in the 80s and 90s.

Illingworth won back to back County Championship titles in 1988 and 1989. Most recently named ICC Umpire of the Year 2024, winning the award for the fourth time in his umpiring career.

Richards’s playing career statistics are most impressive, taking over 1200 Wickets across his England and Worcestershire Career. Claiming 29 Five-wicket Halls and 6 Ten-wicket halls.

Illingworth’s umpiring career is impressive, standing in over 200 International Matches across all formats for men and women, being one of the two people in history to play and umpire a World Cup Final.

Key Details

Date: Monday 17th March

Venue: Beard Terrace, New Road, WR2 4QQ

Meet: 9:30 am

Walk: 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Talk: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm