17th Century
The first definite mention of cricket in Kent relates to a match at Chevening in 1610 between teams from the Weald and the Downs.
Cricket became established in Kent during the 17th century and the earliest village matches took place before the English Civil War. It is believed that the earliest county teams were formed in the aftermath of the Restoration in 1660.
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