Daren Sammy Cricket Ground
Stadium International cricket stadium in Gros Islet, Saint Lucia
Set in Gros Islet, the Daren Sammy Stadium hosts international cricket and football matches and occasional concerts; spectators come for big matches, stands with sea views and the stadium’s role in Saint Lucia sport.
The Daren Sammy Cricket Ground is an international cricket stadium in Gros Islet, Saint Lucia, serving as the island’s main venue for international and domestic matches. It was developed in the early 2000s as a modern cricket facility for the eastern Caribbean.
The ground features pavilion seating, practice facilities and open spectator stands around a turf pitch; it regularly hosts One Day International and Twenty20 matches, including regional tournaments. Fans also attend special events and concerts staged at the venue.
Built to provide an international-standard venue for Saint Lucia and Windward Islands cricket, the stadium has staged ICC events and bilateral internationals. In 2016 it was renamed to honour Daren Sammy, Saint Lucia’s most prominent international cricketer.
The ground is located near the town of Gros Islet at the northern end of Saint Lucia, close to coastal resort areas and accessible by road from the island’s main population centres.
- Capacity and events: The stadium has an approximate spectator capacity of 13,000 and hosts international cricket fixtures, domestic matches and occasional concerts.
- Renaming: Originally known as Beausejour Stadium, it was officially renamed in 2016 in honour of Saint Lucian cricketer Daren Sammy.
How to Get to Daren Sammy Cricket Ground #
The Daren Sammy (Beausejour) Cricket Ground is in Gros Islet, in the northern tip of Saint Lucia near Rodney Bay. From Castries it is about a 10-15 minute drive (roughly 8-12 km) north; from Hewanorra International Airport (Vieux Fort) expect a drive of around 50-60 km to the north. Local taxis and minibuses serve Gros Islet and Rodney Bay; there is parking at the stadium for those driving.
Tips for Visiting Daren Sammy Cricket Ground #
- On match days arrive well before the scheduled start to avoid the heavy traffic that builds on the main approach roads and to clear security checks without missing play.
- Check ticketing and transport options in advance: the ground is served from Gros Islet and Rodney Bay areas, so plan buses or taxis back to accommodation when the match ends to avoid long queues.
- If your visit coincides with a weekend or event, combine the game with the local Gros Islet Friday Night Street Party (if running that week) for a full evening out, but verify dates before planning.
Best Time to Visit Daren Sammy Cricket Ground #
The dry season (December-May) is the best time for matches and outdoor events; hurricane season (June-November) brings higher rain and storm risk.
Weather & Climate near Daren Sammy Cricket Ground #
Daren Sammy Cricket Ground's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 23°C to 31°C. Abundant rainfall (1877 mm/year), wettest in October.
January
January is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 23°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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February
February is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 23°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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March
March is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 23°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm).
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April
April is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (101 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (148 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (195 mm).
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August
August is the hottest month, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (222 mm).
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September
September is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Heavy rain (225 mm).
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October
October is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (264 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (233 mm).
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December
December is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (132 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
