All clubs must be affiliated to the Yorkshire Cricket Foundation. The YPLN will collect the affiliation fee on their behalf by invoicing clubs towards the end of March each year. 

All clubs are encouraged to sign up to ECB Affilation scheme, but those targetting promotion must be affilated to the ECB in order to be promoted to Division One. Information regarding this affiliation is below. 

All clubs are encouraged to have valid ECB ClubMark accreditation. 

The club has an active junior section and recommended there are a minimum of three teams playing hardball cricket in junior league cricket. 

These teams can be at any Age Group from and including U9 up to U18 level and must enter a formal league competition recognised by the Yorkshire Cricket Foundation (YCF). 

Dynamos Cricket: This is not compulsory but highly recommended. 

All Stars Cricket: This is not compulsory but highly recommended. 

It is recommended that all clubs have a girls section. 

Clubs must ensure that they are fully aware of the GCR. 

Clubs must have their own disciplinary / Conduct rules. 

All clubs must be fully compliant with the latest ECB safeguarding legislation. 

All clubs must have a fully compliant Club Welfare Officer. 

All clubs must be fully compliant with the latest ECB legislation. 

Clubs must be fully aware and take action where applicable. 

Clubs must be fully aware of the current policy. 

Clubs who live stream matches must be included on the YPLN Live Streaming Register. 

All clubs must be fully aware of the current disparity regulations. 

Clubs should have a dedicated scoreboard (electronic or manual) which is clearly visible from most of the ground. 

The numbers on the scoreboard should show at least: Total; Wickets; Overs Bowled or Overs Remaining; First Innings Total; and be of adequate size to be visible from the far side of the ground. 

A live DLS score must be shown where in use. This can be on a portable unit but must be kept up to date. 

Internet access is required for scorers from both teams. 

Separate secure dressing rooms must be provided for home & away teams. Changing rooms should be easily accessible from the playing area whilst preserving the privacy of the players, and should allow viewing of the playing area whenever possible. The changing rooms should have adequate security facilities to ensure the security of equipment and possessions. 

Where possible adequate clean and hygienic showers with relevant maintenance regime should be available and conveniently located to allow private access by players and umpires. 

Where possible separate and secure accommodation must be provided for the umpires, of a similar standard to the players’ dressing rooms. 

Clubs should have separate toilet facilities for spectators totally seperate from any players facilities. Clean and hygienic toilet, washing and hand-drying facilities, adequately equipped (including mirrors) and serviced, must be available for both males and females. 

Access for spectators must be consistent with the security and privacy requirements of players and umpires. 

All facilities must meet legal requirements and should take account of the needs of the disabled. 

Unless backgrounds are painted white, it is mandatory that clubs have sightsreens at each end.  

The structure and non-reflective paintwork of the sight screens should be in good condition. They should be of an adequate and appropriate size for the ground and should be completely outside the playing area whenever possible. 

Screens are to be provided at both ends unless explicit dispensation is given by the League Management Board. Not applicable where backgrounds are of white in colour. 

The square must be well maintained and in good condition. 

The pitch should be clearly distinguishable from the remainder of the square and shall be marked and rolled before play. 

The pitch shall be brushed and re-marked (and rolled if required) during the interval between innings. 

Any holes or ruts on the square caused by previous matches must be levelled, filled and firmed before a subsequent match. 

The outfield must be well maintained and adequately drained. 

The outfield must be closely mown with no noticeable grass cuttings. 

Balls should be able to run true and the outfield should be free of holes, ruts or other obstructions that might pose a hazard to fielders. 

Boundary edges must not be set directly against hard obstructions (e.g. walls, fences, steps). 

A rope or white painted line boundary should be positioned a minimum of 1 metre (or approximately 3 feet) inside any fixed obstruction, with the exception of any tree that stands well inside the boundary. 

The entrance(s) to the ground should be clearly signed, showing the name of the club. 

Any seating for spectators should be in good condition. 

Suitable measures should be taken to ensure that lost balls do not delay play. 

Covers are required, but need not be of the wheeled type at this level. 

An adequate supply of sawdust and cloths must be available to minimise lost playing time due to wet ground conditions. 

The club must have a pavilion in order to serve match teas etc to which there is full access on all league and cup match days. This must be less than 50m away from the outfield boundary. 

Facilities must not be restricted by other events. 

First Aid: A well-stocked first aid box must be available at all times for the treatment of minor injuries. A person qualified in First Aid should be available. 

Clubs should have a dedicated area for match teas. This can be part of the bar, as long as it is exclusive at the time of tea for players, scorers, and match officials.. 

Where applicable the bar and surrounding area should have adequate facilities for players, supporters and families, including proper heating and seating arrangements. 

Where applicable the bar should be adequately staffed and open before the close of play. It is not mandatory to have bar facilities. 

Where applicable the kitchen must meet all legal health and safety requirements and provide hot and cold water, washing facilities, adequate worktops in clean and hygienic condition, suitable storage space including a refrigerator and sufficient crockery and cutlery in good condition. 

Enough car parking for players and match officials must be available either within the ground or immediately adjacent to the ground.  

Clubs should make suitable provision for disabled access to the ground and social areas.