Saturday 21st June The first match of a busy weekend in the Cotswolds was a return visit to Chipping Campden BC, 15 years after the Friends last visited to celebrate the club’s centenary in 2010. On a warm but initially sunless day we were welcomed to the club by Match Secretary Roger and Captain of the Day Terry. The club has a spacious clubhouse and an excellent green, and, after sampling some delicious bacon rolls,…
2nd June 2025 The Friends gathered in the village of Copmanthorpe on the outskirts of the beautiful historic city of York. Some Friends were spotted having light refreshments in the village enroute to the club. The bowls club itself is situated in the corner of the village’s Recreation ground that also hosts Cricket, Tennis and Football. In this our final game of the mini tour we enjoyed some lovely sunny weather. We received a warm…
1st June 2025 – Dunnington BC, Yorkshire Our visit to Dunnington Bowling Club was met with a warm and gracious welcome. President Jim, alongside Captain Denise, ensured we felt right at home, and the afternoon’s game was played in the true spirit of camaraderie, however the weather was more challenging today, with dark clouds, a strong wind and the occasional downpour! The green played well, though it seemed to favour the home side more than…
Saturday, 31st May 2025 : The Friends of English Bowling enjoyed a great day at York Railway Bowls & Social Club, North Yorkshire. Friends from 11 counties were playing, with some traveling considerable distances—the furthest being Cornwall—to participate in this special event. With the sun shining and conditions perfect for bowling, the stage was set for a day filled with skilful play and great sportsmanship. Leading the Friends team was Captain of the Day, Paul Robson,…
100th Anniversary Celebration – 15th May 2025 On a chilly day, we arrived at Kings Langley Bowling Club to mark their incredible 100th anniversary. Despite the brisk weather, we received a wonderfully warm welcome from the Ladies’ Club Captain, Sue Jenkins, setting the tone for a fantastic day of bowling. The green was a pleasure to play on, and the rinks were filled with cheerful banter. Kings Langley BC has a rich history, having been…
Wednesday 14th May 2025 at Bushey Bowls Club Our visit to Bushey BC for this special celebration match was met with a wonderfully warm welcome. President Malcolm, Captain Charlie and the Bushey team ensured we felt right at home, and the game was played in the true spirit of camaraderie, sportsmanship, and good humour. The green had seen little use early in the season due to some persistent crow troubles, making it a tricky surface…
Tuesday 13th May 2025 What a great afternoon spent in the company of Berkhamsted Bowls Club. It was the first game of Friends bowling season, and the sun was out in full force. Friends travelled from 10 different counties to celebrate with them their 40th anniversary. A warm welcome was received and Friends relaxed in the sunshine with a cool drink, and a roll before the game began. Plenty of sun screen was needed as…
Sunday, September 15th saw the Friends at their final celebration game of the season, and the 3rd game in Wiltshire. Five Rivers Indoor Bowling Club, based in Salisbury, is celebrating 40 years this coming season, and it is the first indoor club that the Friends have visited. We were welcomed by Graham, President and Captain of the Day and were given a buffet lunch prepared for us before the match. Being so early in the…