Our cricket bats are individually hand made by world-renowned bat maker James Laver from only the highest grades of English willow. We make bats to best suit the customers' requirements and can usually deliver anywhere in the world within a reasonable time frame at a price that is no more than locally purchased off the rack bats.
At L&W we are very keen to stress that the sizing of your cricket bat is crucial to ensure that you as a cricketer get value for shots. Please fill out the sizing form to discover what size Laver & Wood bat would be best suited. This is a free service that tells you what size and shape bat you are best advised to use and you will receive an answer within a couple of days.
This site covers many facets about cricket bats, from their manufacture, to the selecting page which helps you decide on the best style of bat for you. The Bat Care page explains how to knock in and look after your bat. Feel free to sign up to our Cricket Bat Lore email newsletter which covers an endless range of subjects surrounding cricket bats, their manufacture & use.
We're always keen to help cricketers decide on the type of bat that best suits their game. If you want advice, please email or phone us,  or use the bat sizing form.
We hope you enjoy looking through our site. If there is anything that you would like to discuss, please contact us and we will endeavour to help you.

A cricket bat's weight, balance and length should be made to match our height and build, or your personal preference.The sweet spot should be in the part of the bat that suits the style of game you play. The handle length, size and shape can also be customised to suit you. Feel free to ask for any adjustments to be made however trivial they may seem, or if you have an old favorite that is past its prime, send it to us and we can make a perfect replica.

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At Laver & Wood we take as much pride in our customer service as we do in our cricket bat making. If you have questions, queries or suggestions please email or phone us.

Mobile Phone: +64 21 752 441     (NZ 021 752 441)
Phone: +64 6 857 5244     (NZ 06 857 5244)
Fax: +64 6 857 8496    (NZ 06 8578496)

This office and workshop opening hours Mon - Fri are  between 8 am and 5 pm NZ time. Please ring if visiting though to make sure there will be someone here to help you.
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Physical and Postal Address:

Laver & Wood Cricket Bats
61 Ruataniwha Street,
Waipawa,  4210
Central Hawkes Bay
New Zealand