FAQs How much space do I need for a cricket net in my garden? A garden cricket net needs enough length for a proper run up and enough width to keep the ball inside the net, typically at least 3m wide for a domestic setup. Where space is tight, shorter nets can still provide useful practice for batting and fielding drills. Leave a gap between the net and any hard wall or fence to reduce the chance of ricochet. Get in touch and we can help size a cricket net to suit your garden, call 01308 485422. < All FAQs