Saturday 23rd July, East Leake BC. We were given a very warm welcome at East Leake Bowls Club, Nottinghamshire. A very good afternoon of bowling was enjoyed on a good green, with help from four members of East Leake Club. Our hosts were the victors, with the final scores 96-60. Captains of the day were John Scholey for Friends, and Sue McFarland for East Leake. The winning rink for Friends was Julie Hayes, Tricia Scholey,…
Sunday 17th July, at Avon BC We arrived at the Avon B.C., Melksham, Wiltshire on Sunday in glorious sunshine, fortunately there was a bit of a breeze. This game was to celebrate the club’s 100 years, but also the ladies 50th Anniversary. We had an excellent buffet lunch before we went onto the green for photographs and formalities. It goes without saying it was extremely warm, however the Friends had a successful afternoon, winning by 4 rinks…
Monday 11th July at Oakley BC. If you have never been to Oakley, you have missed a real treat. It is in the middle of the countryside and only reachable through narrow twisting lanes, but once there it is well worth the effort to see the club in the Colman Estate (Colman’s mustard). There is a big car park, a big bowls green and a smart clubhouse and changing rooms. However, that is not all, you…
Sunday 10th July: It was another scorching day. Some of us arrived a little early, but it was no trouble for Adie Booth (yes, another Adie) who was there to greet us, and opened up the bar, before heading home to change.. cold drinks were enjoyed under the shade of the clubhouse. We were welcomed by President Bill Bailey and the two Captain Adies. Adie and Adie had previously met in Spain, and Friends of…
Saturday 9th July – Friends at The Alexandra Bowling & Social Club, Portsmouth. On arrival at the club we were greeted by a wonderful array of colour from a multitude of hanging baskets, planters and flower beds. They are tended by one single member of the club, Mrs. Jean Swan who is still very active in her 80th year. Well done Jean, a spectacular achievement. We were kept well refreshed during the match with jugs…
Friday, 8th July, Leigh Park BC. With an important meeting taking place at the adjacent football club, we arrived to find the car park somewhat congested, but fortunately the nearby shoppers car park charges were sensible, and spaces were available, so as they say ”problem solved!” The purpose of the Friends visit was to celebrate the completion of Leigh Park’s newly upgraded clubhouse, and the very warm sunny weather certainly mirrored the warm welcome…
Saturday 2nd July 2022, Friends v Bristol St Andrew’s B.C. With most of the Friends team driving through heavy rain en route to Bristol, prospects for play looked unlikely, but as we arrived some very wet members of our hosts had just completed a competition and assured us that the green, though heavy, was playable. The club vice-captain, Keith, beat a hasty retreat home to change into some dry clothes following his morning soaking,…
Saturday 25th June Friends of English Bowling visit Thame Bowls Club It was perfect weather for bowling, although the breeze was challenging at times, but nobody’s complaining! There were nine counties representing Friends, and a very welcome and plentiful buffet lunch greeted us, supported by Janet and Wendy minding the bar. Well, all good things come to an end, on to the game!! After the obligatory group photo, Thame’s Captain, John, welcomed Carolyn, captain…