The afternoon of BCGBA annual meetings can be quite sedate affair. After filling up on the buffet, and feeling thankful they’ve survived another rules revision, delegates relax (some become too relaxed) and listen to the Chief Exec and Finance Officer go through the activities of the previous year. Included below are the report from Mark… Read More
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The annual rules revision meeting can be a controversial thing. An early start on a winter’s morning followed by a battle to find somewhere to park. A brew and chat with people you haven’t seen for ages and then a shuffle through various bit of paper. In the past there have been lengthy discussions before… Read More
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One of the biggest success stories bowls has had in the last few years is the creation of a new bowls tour. The brainchild of Dave Kirby, this winter has seen some of the best players in the game try and qualify for this Sunday’s finals day. As well Grange Valley Amusements, Dave has also… Read More
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The 2022 World Club Championship has been published with the competition starting in a few weeks. The last time this was played was in 2019, incidentally the first time it was held at the impressive Spen Victoria Club and was won by the Greville Arms. Sadly they have not qualified this year, and it is… Read More
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The 3rd Saturday of January is the traditional date the annual meeting of the British Crown Green Bowling Association. This year it has once again fell victim to the public health restrictions that protect us against the COVID-19 pandemic. It is hoped that the meeting could he held in March when, hopefully, we will have… Read More
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The BCGBA Ladies Singles Merit Trophy was won by Jenny Moore from Isle of Man. Jenny beat Louise Ollerton from Greater Manchester in the final. This event was kindly sponsored by the Fryer family in memory of Marjorie Fryer. The event was played at the Heaton Park crown green bowling greens in north Manchester. In… Read More
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The BCGBA Junior Merit Trophy was won by Aaron Brine from Yorkshire. Aaron was in dominant form, and was particularly impressive along the starting edge, and beat Kian Thomas from Wales in the final. The event was played at the Heaton Park crown green bowling greens in north Manchester. In only their second year the… Read More
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The BCGBA Veterans Handicap Trophy was won by Keith Pessall. Keith was in dominant form on a challenging green and beat Nigel McDermott in the final. The event was very kindly sponsored by The Grocott Family Charitable Trust and was played at the Prees Cricket and Recreation Club in Shropshire. For more information on the… Read More
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