Category: General News

On Monday 23rd October 2023 the club celebrated five years of short mat bowling at Beversbrook Sports Facility, in the Community Hall.

Started in 2018 with two secondhand mats and some sundry equipment, the club was a success from the start, and in 2019 a grant from Sports England enabled the club to upgrade to three new mats and playing apparatus.  Just before Covid broke in March 2020 there were as many as 33 at some sessions.  Members started playing in the WSMBA Winter League in 2022 and have played in many County competitions, as well as taking part in internal club competitions.

The celebrations on Monday brought together current members, past/retired members and some of those who have assisted the club.  After the bowls’ session a buffet was provided for refreshments and a raffle was held.  The Club secretary, Stuart Beard, gave a small speech, explaining how the club had evolved over the last 5 years.  He thanked those who have helped the club, and the club members for their support over the years.

Our final game of 2022, Happy Christmas and a Healthy New Year.

On Wednesday we had our last session, followed by tasty seasonal food, here are the motley crew.

Prior to the session starting, there was a game against Beversbrook, sorry about the open mouths, I think they were Ho Ho Hoing!! The winner was as always the mat.

We took part in the morning event to show all the activities available at Beversbrook,  we had about 14 turn up covering all age groups and abilities. A very successful and enjoyable time, many thanks to the Club members who attended, Ann & John Harris, Mary Edwards, Phil Milham and Stuart Beard, here are some of the photographs of the morning.

Thursday 9th June 2022 – 6pm to 9pm. 

On Thursday Evening the 9th June we are holding an open evening at Beversbrook Sports and Leisure Centre from 6pm until 9pm.

All you need to bring are flat shoes, everything else will be provided. Short Mat Bowls is ideal for gentle exercise and the club has the reputation of being friendly and welcoming. So what not pop along and see how much fun it can be.

Refreshments will be provided.

If you would like to have a chat about the evening please phone either Ann on 07779 464170 or Terry on 07890 567120.

After two years of Covid restrictions, we are now looking for new members to enjoy short mat bowls and join us at Beversbrook Community Hall. The game is suited to people who want gentle exercise and social interaction, so why not contact us, details are on our Join us page.

We look forward to meeting you soon.

More presentations on the 9th March 2022. Top Ladies’ award for 2020/2021 went to Christine E , whilst the Men’s award went to Les F. Well done to both.

Secretary Stuart also presented small thank you gifts to the session organisers Ann and John H who do so much of the administration to enable our sessions to take place.  We also said a big thank you to those that set up and put away all the equipment at the start/finish of each playing session.

As normal we started with a photo and ended with mince pies.  Thanks to all that came and let’s hope we can start again on Wed Jan 2022.

Wishing all a very happy and healthy 2022.