A new cruise ship with a lawn on the top deck for passengers to play 

croquet has sailed into Britain for its naming ceremony. The 

2,850-guest, 122,000-tonne Celebrity Equinox will spend the next two 

weeks in Southampton for her inaugural celebrations. The £700 million 

ship features a real grass lawn onboard larger than eight tennis courts.

Celebrations in Southampton include the first ever Pro-Am croquet 

tournament took place on the high seas on 25 July. The pro contingent 

for this event was led by Patricia Duke Cox, chair of the Croquet 

Association and included World Top Players Chris Clarke, Stephen 

Mulliner and Samir Patel, together with other international players and 

coaches including Bowdon's own David Walters (see picture).