Arthur Richard Surridge (12 August 1902 – 12 May 1960) was an English first-class cricketer who played for Essex County Cricket Club from 1927 to 1939. A right-handed batsman, he was a prominent figure in county cricket during the inter-war period, known for his aggressive and entertaining style of play.
Born in Great Totham, Essex, Surridge made his first-class debut for his home county in 1927. He quickly established himself as a consistent run-scorer and a vital part of the Essex batting lineup. Throughout the 1930s, he was a regular fixture in the team, contributing significantly with the bat.
In his 221 first-class matches, Surridge accumulated 9,010 runs at an average of 27.81. He scored 16 centuries and 49 half-centuries, with his highest score being 171 not out. His batting was characterized by a free-flowing and attacking approach, which often provided quick runs and shifted the momentum of a game. While primarily a batsman, he also occasionally bowled right-arm off-break, taking 15 wickets in his career.
Surridge's career was brought to an end by the outbreak of the Second World War in 1939, after which he did not return to first-class cricket. He passed away in his hometown of Great Totham in 1960 at the age of 57. His contributions remain a part of Essex's cricketing history from that era.