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On a perfect Summer’s afternoon 26 entrants took part in the Midsummer Event Bowls Drive. The event was won by guest bowler Trevor Stannard, a regular short mat bowler, but someone who had never played competitive lawn bowls, maybe this might encourage him to take it up ! After the event an additional 6 people tucked into Anne’s usual meat pie meal which was well received. Special thanks to all helpers ands those who provided desserts and raffle prizes.

The Bowls Club held yet another very successful Fun Bowls and Hot Dogs on Saturday 19th July. With the weather men forecasting heavy rain and thunderstorms over Friday night and Saturday morning the fun bowls organisers were keeping everything crossed that the event could go ahead. With 55 plus people expected the team met about 9.30am and were able to set up the clubhouse and green despite a few showers. Thankfully the weather was very kind to us in the afternoon, as nine teams competed over 12 challenges. Tea and biscuits were enjoyed after the first round and as we …

A total of 15 Full & Associate members competed on a breezy afternoon for the Curtis Cup. This year saw a very close competition with three of the players winning two games and drawing one. Janet Appleton emerged as the overall winner scoring just 1 shot more than her nearest competitor Beris Blanch with Morag McEwan coming third. All players brought food to share, with home made cakes and other treats available for all. 

The participants were divided into 9 teams, for a fun afternoon consisting of 12 different challenges which were laid out on the green.  Two complete rounds were played and scores varied between 2600  & 3250 points. The competition winners were team 9 consisting of members Susan & Brian Jocobs playing with guests Irene & Trevor Stannard and Sue & Ray Flower.  The afternoon was completed with 60 people sitting down, in the club house, with an enjoyable fish and chip tea.

On a glorious Spring day, members new & old took advantage of the good weather to have their first roll up of the new season. An informal bowls drive was held, which saw long-standing member Ron Butler taking the first place position.

This popular annual event saw the club house filled to capacity, for an afternoon of singing along to The Beatles, Buddy & even Elvis amongst others, whilst enjoying the refreshments of tea, home made cakes and scones, expertly prepared by some of the talented lady members.

There were many important issues to discuss as this year’s AGM; the members were informed that the Chairman, Secretary, Club Captain, NBA League Captain and Treasurer posts would all need to be filled for the club to continue. New Club Officials were appointed where necessary, and the remaining committee members and League Captains agreed to stand for another season. It was agreed that all fees would remain the same for the forthcoming season.

All sessions are £2.00 per person unless stated otherwise, and start at 2pm MARCH 2025 Friday 7th – PAYING IN DAY with refreshments

Men’s Singles – Winner Ron Butler. Runner up Steve Blanch Men’s Pairs – Winners Mark Watkins & Chris Beaumont. Runners up Peter Heyes & Jack Steward Mixed Pairs – Winners Ron & Helen Butler. Runners up Mark Watkins & Angie Denholm.

Twenty seven people were placed into nine teams of three to compete for the Lee Trophy on a warm September Sunday afternoon.Each team played a total of four games, each game consisting of five ends against a different opponent.Two points were awarded for each game won, one point for a draw and nothing for a loss with shot difference to be taken into account in the case of a draw.The trophy was won by a block consisting of Beris Blanch, Pat Gormley and John White scoring a total of 7pts and a shot difference of 14.Runners up were Roy Osbourne, …