Monthly Archives: September 2018

Macmillan Coffee Morning 2018

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Can any of our members spare a few hours on Wednesday 27th April to help welcome the Melbourne U3A group?The group will be joining us from 10.30am - 1.00pm so we're looking for members to provide coaching and refreshments for our visitors on the day.If you'd like to get involved, please drop us a message on here or contact Pete Barton. ... See MoreSee Less

4 weeks ago ·

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Happy St. George's Day! Did you know bowls was banned in England for almost 500 years before being popularised in the sixteenth century? Reportedly, Sir Francis Drake was playing bowls when he was alerted to the approaching Spanish Armada and coolly replied "there is plenty of time to win this game, and thrash the Spaniards too." Drake finished his game with typical English stoicism and later claimed victory on the high seas too. ... See MoreSee Less

4 weeks ago ·

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With apologies for the late notice - unfortunately our Friday A team's match against Chaddesden Park tonight is cancelled. We'd still love to see you all at the usual start time of 6.30pm to play a friendly amongst ourselves with all members welcome.As Chaddesden Park have withdrawn from the league, both matches are now byes.There have also been amendments to Burton Vets A team's fixtures, with Henhurst A withdrawing from the league and their matches becoming byes. ... See MoreSee Less

4 weeks ago ·

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Nearly time for this year's first club competition! Will you be joining us to battle it out for the Pack Horse Trophy on Sunday 1st May at 1.00pm? Entry fee £5.00 per person (includes lunch) to be paid on the day. Cash or card accepted.Spectators are more than welcome to watch and enjoy our new range of drinks at the bar. ... See MoreSee Less

1 month ago ·

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Following a vote at last week’s committee meeting, a fee for non-member bowling on Sundays has now been set at £2.00 per adult*. Although we understand some of you may be disappointed it’s no longer free, we’re sure you’ll agree it still represents excellent value for money, especially compared to other local sports and leisure facilities.The fee includes full use of club equipment, tuition from our friendly and experienced bowlers, and access to our competitively priced bar.* Free bowling for under 18s, first time visitors and during open days remains unchanged ... See MoreSee Less