Background
Chatterton was born in Thornsett, the son of David Chatterton, a cotton mill fireman, and his wife Hannah.
Chatterton was born in Thornsett, the son of David Chatterton, a cotton mill fireman, and his wife Hannah.
Chatterton made his debut for Derbyshire in the 1884 season at the age of 17 against Sussex, when he made a duck in both innings. He played two matches in the 1885 season and in the 1886 season played eight first class and two other matches for Derbyshire. Chatterton was a right-handed batsman and played 22 innings in 11 first class matches with an average of 5.40 and a top score of 21.
He was a right-arm slow bowler and took 5 wickets for an average of 23.80.
Chatterton died in Derby at the age of 19 years.