Cricket helmets are essential head and face protection for anyone batting or wicket keeping, built to withstand a hard ball travelling at real pace. Every cricket helmet at VKS meets the British Safety Standard BS 7928:2013+A1:2019, and we stock steel and titanium grille options from Masuri, Shrey, GM, Gray-Nicolls and Kookaburra, in junior and senior sizes, from £39.99 up to £199.99, so there is a certified option for every budget.
Choosing between a steel and titanium cricket helmet comes down to weight, comfort and budget rather than protection level, since both grille types pass the same safety standard. A steel grille gives you full protection at the best value, and it is the choice most club, school and junior players make. A titanium grille costs more but weighs noticeably less, which matters if you bat for long periods or wear a helmet through a full season. Masuri, Shrey and GM all offer titanium versions across their ranges, and some, like Shrey's Masterclass Air 2.0, add technology such as an advanced airflow system to keep you cool as well as light.
Whichever grille you choose, always check for the BS 7928:2013+A1:2019 label before you buy. This is the standard the ICC has required in international cricket since 2017, and the one the ECB requires for every under-18 cricketer in the UK when batting or wicket keeping. We recommend replacing your helmet every three years of regular use, or straight away after any significant impact, even if no damage is visible. A correct fit matters just as much as certification, so measure your head circumference above the eyebrows and check it against the specific model before you order.
We carry junior cricket helmets from every brand we stock, sized and shaped for young players rather than simply scaled down from an adult shell, alongside a full senior range from small adult through to 2XL, plus dedicated wicket keeping helmets for players standing up to the stumps. For players facing fast or short pitched bowling, a stem guard or neck guard adds extra protection at the base of the skull and upper neck. Stem guards are brand specific, so a Masuri guard will only fit a Masuri helmet, and a Shrey neck guard will only fit a Shrey helmet. Two of Shrey's titanium models even include a free neck guard in the box, saving you buying one separately.
Our team at 31 Bond Street, Ealing has been fitting cricket helmets for club, school and representative players for over 50 years, and we know how much fit varies between brands even at the same stated size. We recommend trying a helmet on in store before you buy, or calling our specialists for advice on the right model for your level. Browse the full range below, with next day UK delivery on every order and free UK delivery on orders over £100.
