It was a busy morning at Cambridge Park with the Men’s Denny Cup v Herga and the Ladies’ Yetton Trophy v Egham in full swing. A WIN for the chaps v Herga by 20 shots well done! They face the winner of Richmond v Century on 16th. Thanks to Dave W and Cliff who stepped …
Well done to the Top Club team who had an extremely tight match v Century this morning. All down to the Triples on the 18th end and a brilliant bowl by Steve dislodging the shot bowl and jack out them 2 up and offloading the pressure onto the Century skip. Fortunately, he just missed with …
The clocks – not people! If you see someone who is playing in the Top Club on Sunday morning, please remind them!
MacMillan Cancer Support – Whopping £750 was raised last night at the races. That is absolutely bloomin’ fantastic! Well done to Ann Macey for all the work on the raffle, the Ploughman’s Meal and everyone else who contributed to making the evening such fun and a success including all of the punters! First prize Hamper …
The horses are slowly arriving at the race course and looking forward to a morning run, some lunch, a rub down then the adrenaline pulsing as they wait to get under starter’s orders at 7:00 pm! The array of raffle prizes for the draw in aid of MacMillan Cancer Support is amazing. Don’t forget to …
Well it was a sort of analogy! We don’t really mean you to have to fire. Drawing is the name of the game! Well done to those who made the wall safe and making rink 1 playable again.
Having assessed the course, bearing in mind the virtual weather forecast on the virtual race course, the real live stewards have declared a new start time of 7:00 pm! £10 includes a Ploughman’s meal. Stake money and Raffle tickets in aid of MacMillan Cancer Support extra. The draw will be done on the night so …
Good luck to everyone playing. Should be a good game. Supporters and spectators welcome. 2:00 pm start at CP
For those of you wishing to enter the Middlesex competitions (those that go through to Nationals as well as local county comps), Karen & Jacqui have extended the deadline for entries to Sunday 27th October. It’s the forms that look like this next to the red box by the indoor green. The Individual Senior and …
CLUB INDOOR COMPETITIONS Just a reminder that entry forms are now available by the Indoor Fixtures Board near the bar and the closing date for entry is 16 November. All members, new and old, are encouraged to enter as many of the competitions as possible. We would particularly like to see more of our women …
Cambridge Park Indoor Bowls Club League Rules 2024/2025 Season All players must be paid up members of the club. A condition of Membership is that members will abide by the Cambridge Park Bowling and Sports Club Rules, which will include adhering to any coronavirus requirements. For Health and Safety reasons, no bowls bags are allowed …
Get those jodphurs or chaps or spurs or silks on – whatever you like! Race Night is coming to Cambridge Park! Starting at 6:00 pm. There’s a raffle in aid of MacMillan Cancer Support. Ann Macey is collecting raffle prizes as well as selling raffle tickets (also available behind the bar £1 per strip). Sign …
This is a message to keep everyone up to date on developments to get Rink 1 available for play. Representatives of Cavendish Surveyors and Maclen Property Services visited early on Friday 11/10/24 to look at temporary repairs to the wall and see us through safely to the main repairs in May 2025. They came up …
Unfortunately both CP and Bishop Duppas had to drop a rink today as Rink 1 is currently out of play at the club. Thanks to the 8 players who stood down. But returning to the action It was a 2-1 win for CP and top rink to Andy K, Tina, Ray V & Richard …
Message from Alasdair on behalf of the Board.
Karen is coordinating all our Middlesex 2025 Outdoor competition entries Forms are at the Club so please complete as soon as possible and pay either over the bar or by bank transfer. (If you do the latter, please ref as MdxComps25 with your name and mark your entry form as paid online.) Thanks
Message from David Hale re the indoor leagues … Leagues – we need more players! The new indoor league season starts on week commencing 21st October. We still have spaces for extra players and are keen for people who are not already in a team to sign up. If you are interested or want to know …
Please come along!
It was a 3-1 rink win v King George Field – a reverse of last season’s result I think Top rink were Barry, Teresa, Duncan & Andy K followed by Tricia, Frances, Dawn & Steve Match included two course meal followed by a raffle of which Peter T was a prize winner! KGF come back …
Well done to Stella S and assistant Dave R for getting the Indoor Club Forms out there. Deadline for returns including fees which can be paid over the bar, is Saturday 16th November with the draw taking place on Friday 22nd. Forms look like this: I hope this works now. Stella said the form image …
Thanks to Peter J, Alasdair and others who have managed to set up a stronger WiFi at the Club CPBC Members – Passcode in Members’ section or ask when you are next at the Club.
Cambridge Park Indoor Leagues – Sign up sheets If you want to take part in the Cambridge Park Indoor Bowls Leagues this season and you are not already in a team for a league, a sign up sheet has been put on the noticeboard at the club. Just write your name, your email address (if you have …
For all those going to Potters in November, if you haven’t paid your balance, it is due today Monday 30th September. You can pay if you go to the Potters home page and then Manage My Account – check your confirmation email for booking ref. Alternatively, you can ring the Potters team on 0333 320 …
Just a reminder that the AGM is being held at 2:00 pm on Sunday 6th October in the Clubhouse. Nomination forms for Board positions as well as for indoor and outdoor sections are up in front of the bar. If you find you cannot attend, please send your Apologies for Absence to cambridge_park@btconnect.com email. Thanks
After this week’s weather, it’s definitely time for indoor bowls to get underway! Roll up this afternoon 2:00-4:00. For those staying on for bingo at 5:00, bring your own snacks.
From Alasdair on behalf of the Board
Happy. Birthday to Indoor Captain, Kevin K. We hope you’ve had a lovely day. This morning 15 of us travelled through the rain to have the first indoor roll up of the season. There were remarkably few “draw “ bowls in the ditch. Good start. Apart from the weekday morning roll ups, some of us …
Despite the now warmer weather as the outdoor season comes to a close (doh!), we are heading to indoors. There will be a roll up from 10:00-12:00 this Sunday 22nd and from 2:00-4:00 on Saturday 28th. Dress casual. If you can aim to arrive 15 mins early, we know how to spread the rinks. As …
Well done to Gary B & Dave P who were successful in quarters and semis last Saturday and are now through to the final of the Middlesex Whisky Pairs to be played on Saturday 21st September. Good luck, chaps!
Congratulations to Tricia, Kacqui, Andy & Steve Winners of John Gardner Trophy – South Middlesex Bowling Association Hard luck to Karen & Jacqui runners up in the Ladies Pairs.
Congratulations to: Jacqui Ladies Champion; Karen runner up. Anthony H & Peter T (not pictured) Mixed Drawn Pairs Champions. Paul A & Elaine G runners up Anthony H 75 Shots winner. Peter C runner up Paul A & Peter J Men’s Pairs Winners. Brian Cr & Peter C runners up. Not pictured. Allan G Men’s …
The first version of the Indoor Fixture List is now on the Calendar page. and a copy for quick reference belwo. Thanks to Bob D for taking on the Fixture Secretary role and producing this. There are sign up sheets for the first few matches on the noticeboard and we’ll put some evening and weekend …
Good luck to everyone playing today. As I can’t be there, please could someone or a group of you send me some write ups and photos so I can post on the website. WhatsApp is good for photos or emails to my gmail account. Thanks Dawn
Congratulations to Peter J & Paul A who beat Competition Organiser Peter C & Brian Cr this afternoon in the Club Men’s Pairs. Updated Finals Schedule below with (hopefully now) the correct players in the Mixed Drawn Pairs on Saturday morning!
As some of you know, Jane had a fall recently. Several members have been asking after her and she wanted to say thank you for your support and good wishes. She is recovering, albeit a bit slower than she would like, but is getting there. She is hoping to get down on Finals Day to …
Mike Cooper is again running our teams for the Middlesex Indoor League. It’s mixed with two teams at home and two away for each match. He hasn’t all got all the dates yet. There is a sign up sheet if you would be interested in playing in these games. Mike has already contacted those who …
As many of you know Ann H’s brother Roy – known to many as Budgie – passed away at the end of August after a steady decline in health. Roy was a long time member of Masonians outdoors and Hounslow Indoors. He played a lot , won a lot and, like the rest of us, …
John Eve has lost his grey-tint Ralph Lauren glasses at the club to day which he left on a table outside the club house Have any of you picked them up in error and now find you have two pairs at home? Please contact him directly or email through the website. Thanks
…. Trumpet fanfare … Richmond claim the Gold in the Friday Night Club Leagues! The Richmond team share £80 between them and the runners up – Marble Hill – £40. Kneller Gardens you were very nearly on the podium Pipped by a point! Well done to both top teams and all the players. It wouldn’t …
A very well deserved win for Steve & Peter J this afternoon in the Richmond & Barnes Pairs.
Sign up sheets for next Saturday 7th September for 3 rinks away at Masonians starting at 2:30 (not 3:30 – no farmers’ market on Saturdays) and for 2 triples v Hurlingham Club at home on Tuesday 10th September at 2:30 will be on the noticeboard later today. Next Sunday, 8th September, is the re-arranged 75 …
… what a great event! To start with, those busy buzzy painting bees had re-done the outside of the clubhouse making it much smarter and setting off the hanging baskets beautifully. Thank you. And talking of hanging baskets, we have been raising funds so Margaret can organise more for next season. Raffle tickets have been …
Fancy another dose of Vitamin D in the sunshine tomorrow? Sunny and 25C. Pop along to the Richmond & Barnes Finals. Steve G & Peter J take to the green at 2:00 and would live to have some support v Ashley & James(?) from Ashford. Full schedule below PS. Don’t forget the suncream and water!
Well done to Cathy who made it to the final 16 in the National Two Bowl Singles. it was a very strong competition and some big names went out in the first two rounds. Alas, Angela F from North London went out in the first round. Both Glen (Hendon) and Will (Poplar) made it through …
So tomorrow, Saturday, it’s the Hawaiian BBQ. Bowls from 12-00-2:00. BBQ to follow after. Come suitably attired in grass skirts, flowery garlands, patterned shirts , skirts, shorts, trousers but, most importantly, bring yourselves. Karen has been getting all the BBQ elements ready and Dawn the desserts. The rest of the team are raring to go …
With this coming Friday being the last of the Friday Night Club Leagues, it’s all to play for between Richmond, Marble Hill and Kneller Gardens who have worked their way back up to near the top again after a glorious start and a not-quite-so-good middle! Get polishing those bowls and go for it! The winners …
Find below Tony Waller’s report from yesterday. It was a great day (despite freezing wind) for the two girls. Check out the Bowls Middlesex Facebook page for full reports of Championships by Tony. He is a great reporter for the County. Ladies Pairs 0915 on a Sunday morning, out on rink C6, Cathy Taylor and …
The club will be open on Monday for usual morning roll up and after. Bar will depend on a volunteer being around. Karen and Dawn will be playing semi final of South Middlesex Aussie Pairs at Bishop Duppas so won’t be on bar duty! Good luck to them. Continuing their (probably) best season ever, Karen …
Weather forecast is reasonable I.e. dryer than today albeit chilly tomorrow and Ann & Cathy start their Ladies Pairs at Leamington at 9:15 am If you can get there, they would appreciate your support. If you can’t get there, there should be updates on the Bowls Middlesex Facebook page. Lisa & Vicky from Ashford are …
Dave P, Peter J and Gary made their Triples debut at Nationals in Leamington yesterday. I was sorry not to be there as from Tony W’s report below you can see it was a really close game right down to the wire. You can be very proud of your achievement chaps.
Dave P & Attilio won their first round of the Senior Pairs yesterday and play again at lunchtime today. Tina & Cathy also make their appearance today in the Ladies Senior Pairs. Dave, Peter J & Gary have to wait another 24 hours before they start their triples challenge. Good luck!
Well done to Steve G and Peter J in their R&B Pairs semi final took when they an 18-17 victory v a Mid Surrey pair, despite trying to give it away by dropping a 5 on the final end! Nail biting stuff. Well done, chaps! Final is at Putney Town on 1st September. Time to …
Dave had a comfortable win this morning but a difficult match this afternoon (due to gusty winds playing mischief with bowls on a tricky rink, he went down by 5 shots. It was nip and tuck all the way u til the last couple of ends when Dave just missed the line and his opponent …
Dave won his first round 21-13 and is heading off to E green this morning. No live streaming from E green but you can keep updated on scores for Dave and all the other competitions on bowlsenglandcomps.com
Thanks to Steve B. He’s doing a great job … as are all the players! And Steve said if you haven’t paid your £5 entry fee, please could you pay it asap!
Good luck to Dave P who starts his challenge the National Senior Singles at 4;15 today, Sunday 18th August He will be playing again later in the week accompanied by Peter J and Gary in the Triples and Ann & Cathy will follow next Saturday in the Ladies Pairs. Some of the matches from Leamington …
Margaret’s Hanging Baskets are looking absolutely beautiful at the moment. We’d like to have hanging baskets every year so please do buy some raffle tickets from the club in order to raise funds to pay for next year’s creations. Margaret is also producing more of your favourite marmalades and jams which you can also purchase …
I don’t think you’re painting for the National Gallery or emulating Banksy but probably more along the lines of walls ! See Tony O’Brien for more details.
Please see message below from Alasdair on behalf of the Board. Hand your vote in in person or by email by 1st September.
Well, we may not be top of the league, but we have some good news with three semi-finals! Pairs: Steve G & Peter J play next Monday at West Ealing v Mid Surrey Triples: Norman, Peter T & Dawn play North Sheen at Ashford on Thursday 22nd 3-2-1: Peter J (Singles); Elaine & Paul (Pairs); …
Sign up sheets on the noticeboard for Wednesday 21st August v Sunbury – Away at 2:30 Wednesday 28th August v London Welsh – Home at 2:30
Check out the noticeboard and sign up for this fun club comp if you haven’t done so already! Peter Chapman will have more details. Thanks
On a tight final v Tonia and Berni from Brentham, Karen & Jacqui started a bit slowly then it was nail biting for the rest of the match although they just stayed ahead. On 17th end they were down until Jacqui trailed the jack back to near the ditch and they were only 1 down. …
Good luck to everyone playing and especially Karen and Jacqui! Supporters and spectators welcome!
Due to the Middlesex Ladies Benevolent Triples competition, there won’t be any League matches this Friday night. Rescheduled games Updated League Table – Thanks again to Steve B for being super organiser!
Whilst Cathy and Elaine both lost their Middlesex Over 55’s quarter finals this morning, Karen won hers. Hard luck and well done to all three girls respectively. Onto the pairs and Karen & Jacqui won their quarter v Sue & Hannah from Bush Hill Park with a convincing result. They played Grovelands in the Semifinal …
Unfortunately Ashford couldn’t field a friendly team this afternoon. Both their men’s and ladies double rink teams are playing big matches today. Good luck to them. Tomorrow is a big day for Karen as she plays in both the Over 55s Singles quarter final as well as the Over 55s Pairs with Jacqui. Cathy and …
We hope you had a lovely day and that neither you nor your ice cream melted in the heat!
We hope it won’t be a blues night just rhythmical! Petet J, Paul A, Elaine G, Tricia, Andy & Steve return to West Ealing to complete the R&B 3-2-1 competition which started 10 days ago and subject to a tropical storm mid way through. At CP, Norman, Peter T & Dawn take on Kevin K …
Well Dave P, Gary & Peter J battled it out against Glen, Alfie & Norman in the County Triples Final yesterday in all that heat! Unfortunately I couldn’t stay to watch as I was on bride and groom airport collection duty. However I received a very excited text from Gary. “19th End. Still buzzing!” Wow. …
Congratulations to Tina & Cathy who won the Middlesex Area Final of the National Senior Pairs tonight against Broomfield. It means they head off to Leamington on 21st August to play a pair from Bromley. Hard luck to Elaine who lost the Middlesex Area Final of the Senior Singles to Tonia from Brentham. Welll done …
Thanks to Steve again for the organisation and league updates. A new leader in Richmond who have leapt ahead of last month’s lead, Marble Hill, while Radnor Gardens leapt from the bottom right up into second place. Well done! It was glorious last Friday night. Not a waterproof in sight!
Good luck to Ann H & Cathy in the Ladies Pairs final this morning v Vicki & Lisa (Ashford) at Winchmore Hill. Cathy plays again this afternoon in the 2-bowl final v Angela F from North London. Alas, It’s been a bit disappointing for the CP ladies this year in the County comps in getting …
Good luck to Tina, Ann H, Nadine & Cathy in the Middlesex Fours semi final today. also good luck to Norman, Peter T & Dawn in the R&B Triples this morning and to the Club team playing away at Putney Town this afternoon in the R&B League. we’re expecting 3 wins!
This morning Ann and Dawn are playing in the quarter finals of the Middlesex Ladies Singles. They would both like to be playing in the semi-finals this afternoon! Good luck to both of them. Update: Ann went through to semi-final where unfortunately she lost to Tonia from Brentham. Dawn clawed her way back from 9-20 …
Joan was surprised when the Friday Night League teams came together before the start to sing Happy Birthday to Joan who was 90 last weekend! The cake was enjoyed by all!
After a nail-biting final end when they needed 3 to win, Peter played 3 brilliant bowls around the jack and despite all other 5 players trying either to get one closer or knock them out, they remained ! This puts the boys into the Middlesex Final AND will be representing Middlesex in the National Championships …
Thanks, Steve. Marble Hill March into the lead for the first time! Apologies if you have to zoom in to read properly. Haven’t been near a computer at home since these arrived.
They made it through to the Middlesex Pairs Final and Leamington to represent Middlesex along with Vicki & Lisa from Ashford! Both pairs have to contest the Final on Saturday 21st July.
Well done to Peter J, Gary & Dave who have reached the semi finals of the Middlesex Triples. 6:00 on Thursday night at West Ealing. Tonight at 6:00 pm at West Ealing, Ann & Cathy play Sue & Bev from West Ealing in the Middlesex Ladies Pairs semi final. Last night, Elaine played an absolute …
Hard luck to Nadine, Cathy & Ann who went out in the quarter-finals to Ashford’s Kerry, Vicki & Lisa this morning, but well done to Dave P, Peter J & Gary who won their quarter-final and join Ashford and Brentham and ANO in the semi on Thursday (11th) at West Ealing at 6:00 pm. West …
Barry J (he of Egham IBC fame) has been hard at work this week installing new LED light panels above the indoor green. WOW. They look great! He’ll be shinning up the ladder and addressing those lights in the dining room soon. Another item to look out for is the plumbed-in water dispenser which can be …
Barbara Parson’s funeral will be on Monday 22nd July at midday at Mortlake Crematorium and afterwards at The Alexander Pope (opposite Strawberry Hill Bowls Club). Please could you let Ann Bamber know if you will be able to attend. annbamber88@gmail.com Ann’s phone number is in the Members’ page if you prefer to phone her.
Congratulations on reaching Four Score Years and Ten to Joan O’N! Joan doesn’t have the internet, so if you would like to post your messages on here, we can print them out and pass them on.
We welcome the Middlesex and Surrey ladies at Cambridge Park for the final league match in the National Inter-County Johns Trophy match starting at 12:30 Supporters and spectators are very welcome.
Reminder from Peter C that 1st rounds of club competitions are due to be played by 21st July. Fix up those games now!
Well, we’re slap bang in the middle. However we have played one more game than everyone else. We play Putney Town on Sunday 14th, so please put your name down in the sign-up sheet if you’re available. Thanks.
Sadly we heard that both Barbara Parsons and Rob Clements lost their health battles on Monday. Neither had been well enough to play for the last few years unfortunately. Barbara played outdoors at Strawberry Hill and indoors at Cambridge Park. She never felt over confident indoors but she was a lot better than she believed. …
Sad news received by Jacquie Elkin. Dot was a former President of Middlesex Ladies and has played for many years as a member of Staines and Middlesex. She stepped down from the Johns squad and many county matches this season to look after her husband, Stan, who had always been a great supporter for Dot …
Well done to Tina, who had to play Ann H in the last 16 of the Middlesex Two Bowl Singles and won. Then, blow me, she came up against Cathy in the quarter finals! Cathy took the win and then went on to win the semi, earning her not only a place in the County …
The Middlesex Ladies 2-Bowl Singles quarter and semi finals start at 10:00 this morning at Cambridge Park The line up includes Ann H, Tina, Karen and Cathy with bowlers from Grovelands, Cockfosters, Ashford, North London , Hayes, Winchmore Hill and Bury Lodge. Come along and support your girls or just come along and watch in …
Bit lacking in posts this week due to working all day and playing every night, so will put updates on later! However, in the meantime, Karen spotted Gerry trying out the lawn mower at the club. He’s not sure about volunteering to do the whole green but happy to pose for us!
Well done to Tina, Ann H, Cathy & Karen who are through to the final 16 of the Middlesex Ladies Two Bowl Singles. Also from the ‘south’ venue are Dee (Hayes), Anna, Vicki & Carole (Ashford). From the ‘north’ venue it’s Pam (Winchmore Hill), Sandra and Epi (Grovelands), Angela and Kendra (North London), Ann (Cockfosters), …
Message forwarded by Nadine. Hello Nadine I am writing with some very sad news. Our beloved Auntie Bridget passed away on Tuesday morning, 18th June. As you know she had been ill for some time, but had battled through, as I am sure you would know she would. Bridget was admitted back into the Horton …
We look forward to welcoming the Middlesex and Sussex Men’s teams to Cambridge Park this afternoon. Play starts at 2:00. included in the Middlesex team are Steve G, Norman, Peter J , Paul A and Scott. Good luck to all playing. Supporters and spectators very welcome. The bar will be open too!
It’s getting closer with Marble Hill climbing up into second place to Kneller Gardens on the same number of points but slight shot difference Thanks to Steve B for organising and producing the results
After a very disappointing turn out for the Club 75 Shot Competition last Saturday, it was decided to re-arrange for later in the season when maybe there aren’t so many other competitions and distractions going on. Thanks to Peter C and team for organising it and arranging the lunches and to those who did turn …
Karen has organised some socials for everyone. Watch out for posters and sign up sheets on the noticeboards. Friday, 26th July -7pm Curry Night Saturday, 31st August, 3pm Hawaiian BBQ Saturday, 28th Sept. , 5pm Outdoor Presentation Dinner Friday, 25th October, 6pm Race Night Friday, 22nd November, 6pm Skittles Evening Sunday 15th December, 3pm …
Happy Birthday to Cathy T. You’ve still got 1 hour 45 mins left to enjoy it and I’m sorry this was not on Gerry’s post this morning!
Happy Birthday to Gerry, nearly our oldest member And belated Happy Birthday to Scott, probably our youngest member!
To all of our members who are carers or are be cared for, it’s National Carers Week so we can raise a mug or glass in thanks for all you do. If any new or established carers are looking for a bit of extra support, please go to https://carers.org
The local branch of Mind is made up of staff and carers who help, advise and care for those in need of help. Those staff and carers are coming to Cambridge Park on Thursday from 6;00-8:00 pm to enjoy a social evening which includes having a go at playing bowls. Hooray! We are looking for …
From Peter C, our organiser:- The preliminary rounds of the 75 SHOT Competition will take place as notified On Saturday 15th June. The draw will take place at 9-45 SHARP ,and all members wishing to take part MUST Be at the clubhouse at that time. Matches will start as soon as the draw is complete. A notice regarding …
First of all, don’t forget there’s rugby on today, Saturday, at Twickenham so if you are heading off anywhere towards the club or RIchmond, allow some extra travel time. At 10:00 this morning, the Ladies face Ashford (yet again!) in the semi-final of the Middlesex Ladies Double Rink. One team at home, one away. Supporters …
Message from Alasdair: This Saturday’s friendly against Sunbury has been cancelled due to us being unable to field enough players. Next week we have two friendlies on Tuesday 11th June Away at the Hurlingham Club then on Wednesday the 12th at Home against Hampton. At present we are well short of required teams for both matches. …
Thanks to Steve for producing the Friday Night League table so far. Well done to Kneller Gardens being in the lead after the first month.
Message from Peter Chapman Due to lack of entries, the following competitions won’t be running: Ladies Pairs Ladies Drawn Pairs Men’s Drawn Pairs The latter will combine with the Mixed Open Pairs, so it can be two men, two ladies or a mixed pair. There is no obligation by the same-sex pairs for one player …
Yes, bet you guessed the opposition in one – Ashford! Our chaps are hoping to re-dress the balance after losing the Men’s Two Fours on Thursday. Please come along and support. Bar will be open! Before that, starting at 1:00 at Caversham BC, the Middlesex Ladies play their first inter-county Johns Trophy match v Berkshire. …
Good luck to our chaps tonight in the Nationals Men’s Two Fours. They’re away at Ashford starting at 6:00 pm.
The Egham Bowls Shop have kindly given our members some offers of which we can take advantage. So check them out if you’re feeling the chill! Ladies Ida long sleeve top Was £29.50 NOW £ 23.60 https://www.eghambowlsshop.co.uk/products/clothing/womens-clothing/ida-long-sleeved-ladies-top-drakes-pride/ Men’s Victor body warmer Was £44.50 NOW £ 35.60 https://www.eghambowlsshop.co.uk/products/clothing/mens-clothing/victor-gents-bodywarmer-drakes-pride/ Ladies Victoria bodywarmer Was £44.50 NOW £35.60 https://www.eghambowlsshop.co.uk/products/clothing/womens-clothing/victoria-ladies-bodywarmer-drakes-pride/ …
Peter C has collated all the club comp entry forms. He does not have 8 entries for any of the following comps so if you and a friend can get together, please put an entry in via the bar before Friday 31st May or the competitions won’t run. Men’s Drawn Pairs Ladies’ Pairs Ladies Drawn …
When one of the 6:00 am news items states there will be “50 consecutive days of rain” and “predicted to be the soggiest summer on record since 1921”, we hope it’s not tonight when the ladies occupy four rinks for Singles , Pairs, Triples And Fours against Ashford at Cambridge Park. Good luck girls. Better …
It was a win for the Ladies Double Rink yesterday morning and they now play Ashford on Saturday 8th June in the semi finals. it was also a win for the RBL v Teddington in the afternoon 2-1 rinks with match Captain Andy H’s rink narrowly pipping Steve G’s for top rink. Well done! Good …
Another busy day with the ladies taking part in the Middlesex Double Rink competition v Court Park this morning starting at 10:00 – one rink, one away, Good luck girls! This afternoon, it’s the fourth RBL match, this time v Teddington at CP starting at 2:30 pm Good luck to everyone playing and to Andy …
Margaret has been busy and the help of her hanging assistant, this year’s hanging baskets now adorn the clubhouse. Thank you! Talking of green fingers, there’s a sign up sheet for those of you who would like to help with the gardens around the green Gym has been doing a brilliant job for years and …
An apology from Peter. He did mean Saturday 25th Deadline for entries. And at least 6 of you read the post – so that’s a thank you from me! Keep the entries coming!
Message from Peter C. There is a lack of club competition entries. So get on down and put your forms in by this Thursday 23rd May. Peter needs 8 entries to run a comp. At the moment he has just over 9 people who’ve submitted forms. It’s not enough! Club comps are fun, especially the …
In the Morning, starting at 10:00, it’s the National Tony Allcock Over 60s Mixed Double Rink v Bishop Duppas with! Peter J, Karen, Jean & Norman and Laurence, Jacqui, Dawn & Steve G with Shaf, Alasdair and Ange as reserves who, themselves, will be dashing off to Ashford to play in the RBL v Ashford …
Thanks to Paul S for the cutting of the ribbon photo this evening at the start of the Club Leagues.
With no rain forecast for today or the next few days, it’ll mean we get dry and warming bowling weather. Whoopee! In fact the Met Office says it should feel around 20c at 6:00 pm. Time to air the legs to start turning them from porcelain to more of a Rich Tea colour! It will …
Well done to Steve B for a very comprehensive and impressive Friday Night League table. See below. Contact details for players are on the Members’ page.
Well, despite very little practice, we managed to get a 2-1 win v Mid Surrey and our losing rink only went down 16-17! Top Rink was Laurence, Ray V, Scott & Norman Well done to everyone who played. A great start and it was lovely out on the MS green on another warm and sunny …
A lovely evening to open the green and see so many bowling. I was a bit too late to join in but it will need a few weeks before proper bowling can be done as it is naturally pushy after all the rain and the cut can’t be as low as it will be by …
Some of us had a County match today v Hertfordshire in Potters Bar. The green was a little spongy but the weather was absolutely glorious – proper bowls weather! Friday also looks to be pretty good as well Karen would like your South Middlesex Competition entries by 3:00 pm Friday. If you’re not a the …
Thanks to all those who signed up for the matches. Whites with club/white shirts both days. Teams are as follows Saturday – Away v Mid Surrey – 2:30 pm start. Tea and biscuits after. Laurence, Ray, Scott & Norman Tricia, Karen, Gym & Dawn Ange, Paul A, Jacqui & Steve G Captain of the Day; …
The green will be open for play from 2:00 pm on Friday. Isn’t that the best thing you’ve heard in the last 3 weeks?! The Friday Night Leagues won’t be starting this week but hopefully next week. Please sign up on the notice board and Steve B will be delighted to welcome you! Happy Outdoor …
Unfortunately the match v Staines on Thursday has been cancelled. BUT We still have matches on Saturday v Mid Surrey away at 2:30 and at home v Masonians on Sunday at 3:30 (yes 3:30!) We need another 1 for Saturday and 5 for Sunday. Please let Jacqui, Gym or Dawn know if you’re available Thanks.
Steve B was very disappointed to wake up yesterday morning, one week before the Friday Night Leagues were due to start, only to find some more wet stuff was dropping from the sky. “Oh no!”, he exclaimed. And he wasn’t the only one who said words to that effect yesterday! So, with the green not …
Thanks to Andy H for his hard work and straight lines!
The sun wasn’t out this morning but evidence of yesterday’s working party is very visible encouraging some sunny, warmer days! The green is ok on the surface but a little tender deeper down so it needs another week to firm up. Informal roll up on Saturday 4th starting at 2:30. All welcome. Dress code casual.
Around 22 members came along yesterday morning to prepare the green surrounds on what turned out to be a dry morning. Brilliant! Andy managed to paint most of the car park lines and will finish off this morning. Karen and Brian Cr were therefore very busy in the kitchen making bacon rolls for everyone and …
A message from Andy H who will be line painting the car park tomorrow. He’ll be starting around 08:00-08:30 on against the indoor green and working backwards. Early arrivals can park in the back bays and later ones please take your instructions from Andy. You may need to move your car further forward during the …
From 10:00 tomorrow, there will be a working party to clear the ditches and surrounds to get the green one step nearer for opening which should be soon but is dependent on the greenkeepers. So, bring gloves, wear something comfortable and enjoy a bacon roll and a drink in return for your hard work! Many …
Well done to David H for running the indoor leagues again this season as well as to everyone who took part If you were like us, we had days when we played well and others when we didn’t have the run of the green! Hey ho! Final tables are below and the prize winnings are …
The Tony Alcock Over 60’s Mixed Double Rink first round v Bishop Duppas has now been confirmed for Sunday 19th May. It will need a prompt start at 10:00 am as there is Middlesex Walker Cup match at 13:30 on the same day – also needing 2 rinks. In the afternoon the Club are playing …
Membership News courtesy of Sarah H … Thank you to all the members who have returned their membership renewal forms. This has been really helpful in sorting out the share register. For combined, social and outdoor only members, if you have not already returned your form please do so by Friday 26th April to allow …
It is time to enter the South Middlesex Bowls Association Competitions for this outdoor season. The entry form is on the noticeboard in the Club House. Entry fees can be paid to Jane, please retain your receipt. Closing date for entries Friday 10th May 2024 Please support these competitions as they are fun and based fairly …
Mid-April and the outdoor season approaches rapidly. Just wish the weather would realise this and send out some sun and warmth and give up raining! We have matches and competitions coming up. Club comps need to be entered – see club noticeboard. County comps. The draws are now online on the Middlesex website and handbooks, …
Oh, fingers crossed this weather holds up so the outdoor season can get under way as soon as possible! We all need some Vitamin D! With that in mind, David H – organiser of the Monday afternoon league – has updated the Rules as well as producing the Fixture List. These can be found – …
Cambridge Park is well represented in the Home Counties Final tomorrow at Sevenoaks with Steve G, Peter T, Kevin, Andy & Will representing the County. Good luck chaps. You can’t all be on the same rink (someone might notice) so enjoy playing with the other team members. Meanwhile, at Westlecot IBC in Swindon, Duncan and …
Well done to Peter J, Kevin, Steve G & Peter T who were up against an on-fire Four from Bound Green skipped by Nick E, who must be one of the top draw bowlers in the county. You can be holding 4 shots and somehow he manages to slide a bowl in without wicking! The …
Middlesex Finals at Century IBC today with all the Cambridge Park bowlers playing at 10 am. Good luck to Peter J, Peter T, Kevin & Steve G in the Men’s Fours. Good luck to Teresa & Jacqui in the Ladies Pairs; and Good luck to Dawn in the Ladies Singles. Remember there is no car …
I recently saw a FB post from one of my brother’s prep school friends saying they were playing in a celebration game of Walking Cricket at Lords. Walking Cricket? Must be great for batsmen that can hit 4’s and 6’s and a nightmare for fielders, who presumably have to speed walk to field the ball. …
Good news … the car park is to be cleared of weeds, leaf debris etc on Thursday. Parking during the day will be at your own risk and please use just the middle two rows. On Saturday 13th, the whole car will be getting a spring cleaning with a jet wash followed by line re-painting …
With that in mind, there is plenty of work to be done on the surrounds of the green, whilst leaving the grassy bit to the greenkeepers! The notice below is on the boards at Cambridge Park and Tony O’B would love as many people to sign up to help. In this case “the more the …
What a great end to Finals Weekend. First to finish were Teresa and Ange for the Ladies Championship. Teresa got off to a good start and despite Ange fighting back, Teresa held on. Next to finish was the Men’s Championship between Andy H and Peter J, in his third final of the weekend. With two …
Two good matches with the Ladies Pairs going to the final end with Ann H & Tina trailing by 3 going into 18th end and superb bowling by Tina displacing Tricia’s shot bowl gave Ann & Tina a match holding position with 5! Teresa geared herself up and her first bowl missed the jack but …
Well done to Scott – our youngest member – who won the Men’s Challenge Cup this afternoon. It was Scott’s first singles competition win. Runner up was Jonathan H, well known at his outdoor club Teddington in the summer months. Meanwhile on Rink 4 Dave P and Mike C in their second final of the …
Well done to Dave R who had a cracking game with Mike C with Mike creeping back to 19-20 and holding match when Dave played the only 2 forehands of his morning to get shot with the final bowl! Exciting for all of the spectators of which there were over 30! In the Men’s Open …
Come along and see your friends in action even if you aren’t playing yourselves. Sandwich lunch can be purchased on the day.
Well done to Dave P & Eldred! Fantastic and to keep the nail biting up for spectators by winning on the extra end! You deserve an extra large mug of tea with cake tomorrow!
Well done to Dave P & Eldred who with a 19-18 win the quarters and an 18-9 win the semi have made it through to the Final v a pair from Cumbria at lunchtime today! Good luck chaps!
These are now out. We have Bishop Duppas in the Tony Alcock Over 60’s Double Rink by 19th May at home and both Men and Ladies play Ashford in their respective Top Club games by 9th June both at home.
Great news that Dave P & Eldred won their match yesterday and play in the quarterfinals this morning v Norfolk in Ivet 60’s Pairs. Alas both of the Egham Fours were beaten yesterday – the ladies in the quarters and the men in the semi. Sadly Andy, Will & Ian lost their Middlesex Triples semifinal …
From the Board via Peter J:- As outlined in the Spring Newsletter, we are resolving the shareholder situation by requesting that all members pay for their single share. The purpose of this exercise is to make sure that the shareholder information legally required for Companies House is correct and to ensure that all members are …
Well, you missed a great Men’s Fours last night which went down to the last couple of ends. Peter J, Peter T, Kevin K & Steve G (subbing for Andy H) took on Eldred, Dave (not P), Steve B & Paul C from Hounslow in the Middlesex Fours semi-final. For the first 15 ends, the …
Good luck to Dave P & Eldred as they start their Over 60’s Pairs challenge in Nottingham. Also playing today are Egham’s Ladies and Men’s Fours who both won their games yesterday. Good luck all of you!
Our Friendly match v West Ealing resulted in a good win for Cambridge Park. All 4 rinks won with top rink being Tricia , Frances D, Bob D and Steve G who won 33 – 15 (congratulations!) against a four from West Ealing who brought Dave Pitt in as sub after 8 ends and included …
Well done to Dave R for collating the last two semi-final updates and re-sending the draw for next weekend.
Happy Easter to all our members, their families and our friends PS. Go easy on the chocolate. The bears will !
Congratulations to Peter J, Kevin K, Andy H & Peter T who showed a great variety of shots and skill and teamwork when they faced a Herga Four in the Middlesex competition. They dominated from the start and, as hard as the Herga chaps tried, they just didn’t get the rub of the green. It’s …
The Club will be open on every day except Easter Sunday. On Saturday, we are looking forward to playing West Ealing on starting at 2:00 and the bar will be open all afternoon.
One outstanding semi-final (Mixed Pairs) to be played on Saturday 30th, but the schedule is below – thanks to Dave R. Markers all sorted! Sandwich lunch available on both days at £5 per person.
WE WON! On all four rinks. Well done to everyone who played and contributed to the win. Both skips on the away rinks had good games showing they have great drawing skills as well as other varieties of shots. It was good to end the Middlesex League Season on a high! Well done and thanks …
We are delighted to have been working with RUILS over the last two years in our desire to become more inclusive in terms of membership diversity. Cambridge Park Bowling and Sports Club have been providing a regular playing slot (with coaching) for RUILS members. This exciting venture has been of benefit to both groups …
Thanks to David H. Final matches should be next week
Steve Barry flung the curtains wide this morning, saw the blue skies and opened the window to breathe in the spring air. Seeing his garden lawn green and the blossom adorning the trees, it brought thoughts of longer daylight hours and, just as important, outdoor bowls. Hooray! Steve is running the Friday Night Club …
On Monday, the Middlesex Men’s Triples got underway on Rink 1. Kevin K, Alasdair & Shaf faced Ian D, Will & Andy H. CP were guaranteed a winner in the next round but it’s tough when you’re playing your team mates. It was a tight game all the way through with all six players putting …
After a brilliant weekend of draw bowls, tap & lay bowls, trailing the jack, glides and wicks, full on firing and two wrong biases (Brian N & Richard D) by previously regular members of the CP Wrong Bias Club, we now have our finalists! Gary, Peter M & Gordon secured their victory over Kevin K, …
Sadly, Peter T, Ian, Di & Dawn didn’t get a win last night in the Middlesex Mixed Fours. We had a good first few ends and it was 5-5 after 5. Not quite sure what happened after that but the Century home team showed how they knew the green and the back end played some …
The Board have produced a Spring Newsletter. This is available via the link on the Members page for now. It will give some insights to the Club since the new Board took over and as the Club moves forward in 2024.
Congratulations to Paul R who joined the C P Wrong Bias Club last night. He did it in great style by repeating it twice more. A total of three ! Paul joins an illustrious club of members and visitors who for some reason unbeknown send their bowl off on a beautiful line only to see …
A note from Stella:- Puts your whites away, it’ll be ‘greys’ this weekend. Play starts at 09:30 on both days. Sandwich lunch is available at £5 per person and there is a sign up sheet on the Competitions Noticeboard. There are a few tweaks to players within the teams, but the draw is as follows:-
We ended up playing 3 Triples & 1 Pair. We had given Teddington 3 of our players – Olive, Paul & Cliff, but Cliff was unwell so we planned on 2 Triples & 2 Pairs, but Dave Pitt turned up and agreed to play for Teddington. Having given Ann Bamber the afternoon off as she …
Making up for the loss of the Middlesex Men’s Triples on Saturday v Century, Peter J, Peter T, this time with Kevin K & Steve G in the Fours had a cracking win yesterday morning v Century opponents who conceded after 14 ends as they were 3-26 down. Wow. Well done our chaps! Good luck …
Good luck to everyone playing in the mixed friendly this afternoon. match starts at 2:00 pm. Spectators welcome.
Wishing all our Mums that are with us a very Happy Mothers’ Day. Also, having missed International Women’s Day on Friday, we would like to celebrate all of our lady members. Take the time to thank our Mums for all they have done (or did) to shape us into the women we are today and …
OK, so I’m a day late but books are ok for any day of the week. Anyone read any books that they can recommend to those that read these posts? I’ve got Tim Spector’s Food for Life on the go as well as one of Richard Cole’s novels about putting a toilet in a church. …
From David Hale: The match between Cambridge Park and Ember made for a very pleasant afternoon of bowls for both sides. Ember is an outdoor club with many of its members only playing outdoors, so the scoreline reflected that. It was a 101 – 41 win for Cambridge Park with three rinks out of four …
We’re looking forward to welcoming Ember BC for our annual indoor triples match his afternoon. Play starts at 2:00. Good luck to everyone playing! Hope Ember like the look of our green. Only 2 months until the outdoor season!
If your bowls need re-stamping, or you need deeper grips or re-aligning, then Steve B from Hounslow is going to Pershore Bowls Centre before the outdoor season. £10.00 per set of 4 then: Testing & Stamping. £46:00 Adjusting & Stamping. £68:00 Gripping. …
Start swatting up (except Peter J who ought to have a go at Mastermind!) Julian has organised a quiz night £5 per entry with Club Quiz Mistress Carole A – former President of London Welsh!
Individual comps such as Senior Singles, Senior Pairs, Family Pairs, Mixed Pairs and Mixed Fours are due in today Check out the Bowls England competitions page You may even get to play with or against Luke from Ashford pictured above in a local match!
Hope your day starts with a bunch of daffodils on the table, leeks at lunchtime and Welsh Cakes in the afternoon!
Norman kindly pointed out that neither Teresa nor Dawn’s wrong biases on Monday night had appeared on the blog. So I’m just putting that right! The previous more common offenders of Norman, Brian N and Laurence kept their games wrong-bias free last night. Hooray! Anybody else like to hold their hand up and join the …
It’s cold and crisp but very bright and sunny. The daylight hours are definitely getting longer and spring is well on the way! Have a good day whatever you’re up to.
My lucky shirt is being consigned to the bottom of the wardrobe! It had worked awfully well in the previous round so that was disappointing My opponent from Sutton allowed me 2nd bowl on the first end before drawing line and length in a neat cluster around the jack on subsequent ends and I was …
I’m sure I’m not the only one who could with a rain break! Gee whizz, haven’t we been drenched enough? I hope nobody has any leaks There’s a beautiful blue sky, the early garden daffodils are shivering down to their bulbs, but the sun is out so hopefully they’ll start raising their trumpets up to …
Thanks for your messages of support. Unfortunately I lost 16-21. It was a very tight game until the last 4 ends, when I went from 15-all to 16-21, despite saving a match lie on the penultimate end. Credit to Ian, he just drew better than me over the last few ends – I think that …
Peter is playing an opponent from Donyngs at Sutton in the National Over 60’s Area Final. Good luck and play well!
From Laurie:- I thought you might be interested in a new bowls live streaming service that will feature local players. Martin Cory of Egham and Ashford has started a new service he has titled “About a Yard” The service is in its infancy having streamed just two games so far. However tomorrow (weds 21 st …
These are on the competition page. There may be a couple of results missing from games in the last few days. Well played everyone. There have been some excellent wins. Club Triples Weekend – see notice on the board re food for each day. Thanks to Stella and Dave R for their background competition work!
For those of you who have collected your envelope with details of subs etc, it refers to our GDPR policy. This has now been uploaded to the Updated Policies tab on the website. You need to have read this to be able to tick the box on the Membership Form. Other policies will go up …
The Club team is out again this Saturday in our next Middlesex League match and we’re hoping for a win this time! 10:00 at the Club or at The Lawns – 2 rinks home, 2 away. Mixed – it used to be men only so we girls are very happy to be included! The rinks …
Subscriptions and Membership Renewal This year we have updated the membership form to comply with GDPR and to collect data requested by Bowls England and the EIBA. From now on, we will require existing members to complete a renewal application form every year, to ensure that we keep your contact details up to date. For …
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A rare mid-week friendly for this season! Good luck to all playing v King George Field this afternoon. Play starts at 2:00
Unless it eases off by the time you leave your house, be prepared. It is very wet indeed and the gutter puddles are huge which makes pedestrians vulnerable for getting soaked as cars go past! Still, if you’re waterproofed up, walking in the rain is very refreshing and energising so enjoy it if you can. …
Ray makes the final journey of his earthly life today. 11:00 at Hanworth Crematorium. RIP
Many thanks to David H for keeping us all in line and updated. Great job!
Lovely to see our friends from Ladygate yesterday, most of whom we see on the outdoor greens during the summer. We all got off to a good start then the opposition got into the swing. Before the game started no one thought to mention that Ladygate have two Short Mat Bowls rinks that come into …
We’re looking forward to welcoming our friends from Ladygate at Cambridge Park this afternoon. Play starts at 2:00. January has whizzed by and not everyone has had a great start to 2024, so do take a few moments out and send positive vibes to those under the weather
Not a football result but the outcome of two National comps last night. Teresa, Tina & Jacqui got off to a good start v Pauline, Yaz & Norma with a 2-0 lead. Egham drew level then crept ahead to secure a good lead before our girls picked up a 4 and another single putting them …
The greens are full with club competitions as the 3rd February deadline looms! Just a note that when you out the scorecards in the box, please give Stella a sporting chance of knowing which competition it is so it’s easy to track! On Thursday at 6:00 pm, Tina, Jacqui & Teresa play the next round …
Good luck yo Dave P who won all his rounds in the Open Singles Circuit at Desborough yesterday and has reached the quarter-finals. His opponent won’t be known until later as the other half of the draw play all their matches this morning. Good luck to the CP team who are playing away to Camberley …
The Kent & Hampshire Under 18’s Triples play their National Semi-Final tomorrow morning Come and watch if you can. These are future generations of bowlers and will have great skills to show. Good luck to all the players.
Thanks to David Hale for the updates
Apologies, it’s taken a couple of days to get this out. As anticipated, it was a fun afternoon with bowls, banter, beer and bite to eat! On this occasion, CP bowlers took the game with Cliff, John E, Gym & Dawn taking top rink just staying ahead of Shaf, Stella K, Ange & Dave who …
Well done to Stewart Anderson who had a terrific fortnight in the World Indoor Bowls Championships. Consistently drawing bowls on both hands. Alex Marshall had dropped out of the last 16 into 18th place which is why he wasn’t he wasn’t automatically in the draw , but only by grace of Potters giving him a …
So we’re now down to the final two! Wild card Alex Marshall showed he still had all the skills necessary to reach the final after a great match v Paul Foster, which could have gone either way. Those two run-the-jack shots taking it clean into the ditch were courageous, outrageous and perfect!,(Makes a note to …
Only watched Nick Brett v Paul Foster tonight. Gee whizz, how unlucky was Nick! He just did not get the rub of the green despite playing some brilliant shots.. Mind you, Paul Foster was on it throughout the whole game so the pressure was on Nick from the off. The Jamie v Harry match had …
We have a Mixed Friendly v London Welsh on Sunday at home starting at 2:00 pm. It’s so good to have more mixed friendlies this half of the indoor season. Teams: Brenda, Duncan, George & Andy K Shaf, Stella K, Ange & Dave P Scott, Tony, Ann B & Kevin K Cliff, John E, Gym …
Tomorrow will be the chance our teams have to put into practice the shots we’ve been watching on the television- the drawing shots to within a sixpence of the jack, not the ones over a yard away! This is our second Middlesex League match. Century are our opponents. Two rinks home, two away. Good luck …
Well, I don’t think you’ll have seen as good a Ladies Final as the one yesterday. An amazing display of drawing by both girls but especially Julie Forrest in that first set. Katherine did well with the change of mat length in the second set and that made all the difference to her coming back …
A text from a non-roving reporter (i.e. someone who doesn’t got to work during the daytime!) said “The standard in this afternoon’s bowls is exceptional!” So headed off to the BBC iPlayer once dinner was cooked. Well he was right. That was an amazing match between Jamie Walker & Jason Banks, the 2023 finalists. Wow, …
It could almost have been sweet revenge when Di, Dawn & Ann H secured their victory over Tina, Jacqui & Teresa in the Over 50’s Triples on Sunday morning having lost to them in the all-age National Triples a few weeks. Revenge is really too strong a word though as we all play together as …
Caught up with the Mixed Pairs Final later last night. That was a great game. Amazing shots by all players but especially the boys. Well done to Nick & Julie! Julie and Ceri Anne face each other again in the Ladies World Matchplay Singles this afternoon. It should be another close game. The Men’s Singles …
Well, having spoken to a few of you, it sounds like the Men’s Pairs Final was a bit disappointing being very one-sided. On any other day, maybe the tables would have turned. How often have you heard “Bowls – It’s all on the day”?!! Paul Foster’s singles match before the pairs, I gather, was a …
Mixed matches for the Ladies yesterday. I didn’t see all of them. Ceri-Ann and Giulia didn’t seem to be having their best game, whereas Nicole had a storming win over Ailsa. Personally, I didn’t think Katherine didn’t look over comfortable and obviously Annalisa pushed her to a draw in the second set which was good, …
A great set of semi-finals which saw last year’s winners – Ceri-Anne & Stewart beating Giulia (from California) & Mark D 2-1 in the tie break. It doesn’t get much closer than that! Nicole R & Wayne were up against Nick B & Julie F both of whom had won the Mixed Pairs (with different …
Well done to the CP team who won on 3 of the 4 rinks v Bishop Duppas this afternoon. The final score was 85-52 with Tina, Bernard W, Mike & Dawn taking top rink, although it was a close run v Laurence, Frances, Bob & Gym until Dawn’s team secured a 6 around the 18th …
There were some tough draws in the Mixed Pairs yesterday. Anyone of those combinations could have got through and all the matches are worth a watch on the YouTube catch up! The semi-finals are on later today after the lone singles match. Sat 13th Jan 2024 Morning ROUND 1 (32) S2 – SINGLES Jason Banks …
On Wednesday 7th February, it will be our chance to say a final goodbye to Ray Purdey who passed away at the end of December. Funeral Service Wednesday 7th February 2024 11am South West Middlesex Crematorium Hounslow Rd, Feltham TW13 5JH, UK Funeral Reception Wednesday 7th February 2024 After the service Royal British Legion 22 …
It’s been quite a while since we had two friendlies on a weekend but we have them this weekend! On Saturday, we play our friends from Bishop Duppas and on Sunday we take on Chertsey. Good luck to all those that have been selected to play. Both games start at 2:00 pm, so please come …
Great to hear that Barry F, Peter J, Peter T & Kevin won their Over 60’s Men’s Fours v Hounslow putting them into the Area quarter final v Noel O’S from Century. Not being able to hang around on their laurels, they play the next match at Century this coming Tuesday! Peter enjoyed reaching 60 …
It’s the chance of the Mixed Pairs to take centre stage today. Fri 12th Jan 2024 Morning QUARTER-FINAL (MPQF2) – MIXED PAIRS Lauren Gowen & Paul Foster MBE vs Giulia Gallo & Mark Dawes Fri 12th Jan 2024 Afternoon QUARTER-FINAL (MPQF1) – MIXED PAIRS Ceri Ann Glen & Stewart Anderson vs Annalisa Dunham & David Gourlay MBE Fri 12th Jan 2024 …
Some good matches yesterday and a few surprises. Former champion Darren Burnett went out to newcomer Darren Weir and well done to Egham’s Jon Wilson for securing a 2-0 tiebreak win v Jamie Chestney. Personally, I thought the FB report was rather unkind when it stated JC “became an unwanted statistic”. Hmm. Four seeds have …
A couple of days later than I’d intended – apologies. For those of you who are on Facebook there is live streaming for every match through the World Indoor Bowls Championship 2024 page. If you’re not on Facebook, then you can watch the matches on YouTube – search for World Indoor Bowls 2024. The matches …
Thanks to David Hale for the update. The leagues start again on Monday 8th January.
Our boys did really well yesterday but went down 64-80 to Sutton in the Denny Plate Regional Final. Great effort chaps. That’s the best we’ve done for many years. Then mixed fortunes this morning as we won (we – as in Tina & Dawn) but we also lost ( the latter we being Jacqui & …
Just a quick update on National comps On Wednesday Dawn lost her Two-Bowl Singles to Yaz from Egham – a pretty convincing win for Yaz. Dawn would have done a bit better if her bowls had decided to hit something instead of finding gaps! On Thursday, Tina & Dawn took on Kylie & Doreen from …
Sparked by a radio listener emailing the radio teatime show, this gave me the idea of looking at New Year’s Eve traditions. The majority of us will be familiar with ‘First footing’ in Scotland – arriving at the hosts’s house with a lump of coal and a bottle of whisky, maybe also a coin and …
Quite a few of us met up with Ray Purdey and Pat at Potters at the end of November. Sadly, his cancer brought his earthly life to a close last night, 2 days short of his 84th birthday. Ray had been Indoor Fixture Secretary for many years, had been on the Board at Cambridge Park …
To give you a little more time, Stella has extended the first rounds of the Club comps to 10th January instead of 8th. Thanks. We’re all pleased. Make the most of it!
With the Club being closed tomorrow and New Year’s Day, today is the final day for booking a rink and bowling for 2023! The Club will be open again on Tuesday. Steve G send greetings from the Philippines to everyone. Happy New Year to Steve, Nadine, Roy, Corale and all our other members away from …
I hope you had a good Christmas. For some of our members, it was the first Christmas without a family member or close friend. I hope you still enjoyed the day and shared happy memories of Christmases past. Boxing Day as a child was a mixture of Painting-by-Numbers, a jigsaw, thank you letters and cold …
A reminder from Stella for you to check the club competition draws as they are deadlines approaching for the first few rounds which need to be completed. The draws are on the Indoor Club Competitions page of this site as well as the on the noticeboard say the club. The Club is open today, shut …
Seems pretty quiet on the bowls front apart from leagues and roll ups. Maybe everything is focussed on the Big Ho Ho Ho Monday? You’ll be pleased to know that today is the shortest day in relation to daylight hours and from tomorrow we shall getting more light. Oh, hooray! Dark days can be very …
Almost 60 people sat down to Christmas Dinner on Saturday prepared in the main by Karen who has several elves helping her out from table decorating to potato mashing and clearing up and washing up. Special thanks to Marie from Karen for turning her hand to anything that was needed. Thanks to Julian for master-brewer …
Just a reminder that tomorrow morning 16 of our lads are split between Cambridge Park and Desborough in the London & Southern Counties Challenge Shield. Play starts at 10:00 am at both venues and supporters will be very welcome. There’s also a chance to buy a few more tickets for the raffle in aid of …
Today Wednesday, us the last day to sign up for Christmas Dinner on Saturday made by Karen & Co. £20 in cash which can be paid over the bar. Karen’s contact number is on the Members’ Page on here. Also available are tickets for the Christmas Raffle in aid of Cancer Research See Ann M …
A message from the Board:- The Club will be closed on Sunday 24th December Monday 25th December Tuesday 26th December Sunday 31st December Monday 1st January The Club will be open from 27th-30th December for play but the bar will be shut on these days
The chaps won their Denny Plate and now face Sutton in the Regional Final on 6th January. Well done chaps!
He’s progressed further in the National Over 60’s Singles (I know, he doesn’t look like an Over 60!) by winning his match v Peter A at Century last night
Good luck to the boys this morning. Supporters very welcome to cheer them on!
The Middlesex League match v The Lawns on Sunday 17th December has been postponed. It opens up a good opportunity to get some early rounds of the club competitions in rather than Christmas shopping!
Interesting combination … to a certain degree! 1, Karen says the deadline for signing up to the Christmas Dinner on Saturday 16th December is this coming Wednesday 13th December. £20 per head; 3:00 pm start. Please sign up at the Club or let Karen know. Her contact details are on the Members’ page under competition …
Well after a flurry of posts and successes from Potters, we’ve come down with a bang this week! Duncan & Dawn were pulverised by Dave P & John D in the National Open Pairs. It was like playing against a double machine playing at 98%. We barely got a look in edgeways and on the …
At the Middlesex AGM this morning, Scott was presented with a Certification of Recognition for the work and coaching he has put in with Ruils. Brilliant and a well-deserved award, Scott.
Crikey, December already! We’re looking forward to welcoming Staines for the Mixed Friendly on Sunday. 2:00 pm start. Whites with club shirts. Captain – Kevin Keown
After another cracking week here at Potters, the tourists are heading home this morning. We managed to get two teams – Dave P, Ann H, Gary & Terry P as well as Tina, Mike, Laurence & Dawn through to the last 16. Dawn’s team were drawn against an interesting very chatty team in the Bowlers …
Club Indoor Competitions 2023-24 drawn 24 11 23 Thanks to Dave Reddington, the Club Indoor Competition Draws have now been uploaded to Competition tab. Thanks, Dave.
Laurence, described by Andy Thomson as “that man who likes his clipboard”, had a wonderful time last night entertaining both compare and CP tourists …. IMG_6583 And he was none the worse for wear this morning! Good job he bowled well this morning!
Very sadly Jane’s Dad passed away peacefully yesterday morning at home with Jane and her Mum by his side. Jane said the texts of support she has received from so many members since she has been up with her parents has been very gratefully appreciated and helping her to cope. It’s very difficult with world …
A mixed day yesterday. Kevin, Maureen, Scott & George as well as Ann H, Terry P, Gary & Dave P being the only 2 winning rinks in the morning. With the rest of the day to ourselves, we sorted out other activities with Laurence and several assistants trying work out the draws for the CP …
Morning Campers .. and our other bowlers! A grey and mizzy day in Norfolk yesterday but it was very cheery indoors with Christmas trees suspended from the ceiling and festive music in the background. The mulled wine and pies on arrival went down a treat. Several of us took to the green after arrival to …
Message from Peter & Gill Chapman that unfortunately there had only been 24 names up for the Elvis night to raise funds for Cancer Research, so it won’t be going ahead after all. If you would still like to make a donation, please contact Peter. Maybe Elvis would like to make a spring appearance? Thanks.
We have quite a few driving today. Safe journey. Jacqui L is going in the train – it’s a good and relatively quick journey. The rest of us set off from Cambridge Park. Wry promptly at 09:31. One of our merry band on the coach is Ann Macey, celebrating her birthday today and Brian Noel …
We’re looking forward to playing our friends from London Civil Service this afternoon starting at 2:00 pm Also a reminder that the Club will be closed around 7:00 pm, so if you need to drop anything off, please do so before then! There are no leagues this coming week as 50 or so of us …
Our first Middlesex League match this morning at 10:00 v Glebelands. Two rinks at home and two away. We would love your support! Hard luck to the Ladies yesterday in the Mason Trophy. Well done to the away team who had a good win. We wish Hounslow well in the next round.
If you’re dropping your bags off at the Club on Sunday evening, please be there before 6:30 pm. The Club will be locked around 7:00 pm. Thanks
Congratulations to Mike & Tina who won their National Mixed Pairs yesterday v Dave B & Kathleen from Century. They now face Dave P & Joyce, who put out firstly Peter T & Dawn then Barry & Teresa in the earlier rounds. Both of us only lost by 3 points so we are hoping that …
The Men’s Over 60’s Double Rink was played yesterday but unfortunately went out to Hounslow. Hounslow seem to be our bete noir this season, but we have been playing them for years and like them really! Still, we have chance to re-dress it this Friday, when our Ladies Over 60’s Double Rink take Hounslow on …
Congratulations to Tina who beat Dawn after 26 ends in the National Ladies Singles. Commiserations to Barry & Teresa who lost to Dave P & Joyce by a mere 3 points in the National Mixed Pairs. There must be some more results coming in soon!
We need to form the Outdoor Committee, and volunteers are still required to fill the following roles: Club Captain Ladies vice-captain Men’s vice-captain League Secretary for the Friday League (David Hale will run the Monday NPL League) Ladies National Secretary (may be combined with any of the other roles) Men’s …
Well done to the lads who beat Herga in the Denny Plate yesterday morning. Absolutely brilliant! They play Ilford or Glebelands in the next round- result isn’t up yet- on 9th December. As a result the L&SC Challenge Shield originally scheduled for Saturday 9th v Desborough has been given an extension to Saturday 16th December. …
With Christmas trees and decorations and muzak in the shops and on the radio, it’s a sign that Christmas is nigh upon us! Thinking of buying an advent calendar? How about purchasing one from our good friends at Ruils? Behind each door is not a chocolate but an act of kindness to do every day. …
Good luck to our chaps playing in the Denny Plate v Herga tomorrow starting at 10:00 am at both Cambridge Park and Herga. Supporters and spectators welcome at both venues! Congratulations to Tina & Dawn who secured a victory over Teresa & Jacqui in the National Ladies Pairs. There will be a chance for …
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Club will be locked at 8:30 pm on Friday 17th; 3:30 pm on Saturday 18th and closed all day Sunday 19th November. We have a few members under the weather at the moment, so please send positive vibes to members and their families.
The Mixed Friendly v West Surrey on Sunday clocked up a good win. Hooray! Congratulations to all who played. Unfortunately both the Men’s Pairs and the Mixed Fours went down to the Century bowlers. Having liaised with Peter T, it seems that the opp skips did the damage. Certainly Dave Baxter had a great game …
Congratulations to Kevin K, Peter J, Norman & Andy who had super 21-17 win over Watford in the London & Southern County Single Rink Competition. The Watford Four were runners up last year, so it really was a good win, although all the other teams will be out to knock our chaps off their current …
No official bowls today, so a chance to reflect on times past and what our family generation’s went through so that we are here today. For some countries the horror and trauma of war continues today. How frightening to be caught up in it because of time and place. The Festival of Remembrance is televised …
It’s the ladies’ turn this morning as they play Egham in the first round of the Vivienne Trophy – four triples – 2 home and 2 away. It’s the first time we’ve entered this in over 10 years, so let’s hope we get off to a good start! Supporters and spectators welcome at both venues.
Elvis hasn’t entered the building yet but he will be swinging by on Saturday 9th December at 7:00 pm in the second Night with Elvis raising funds for Cancer Research, organised by Peter & Gill Chapman. If last year’s event is anything to go by, the tickets should sell fast as everyone had such a great …
This morning there’s the Over 60’s Men’s Double Rink v Herga. One rink home, one away. Supporters and spectators very welcome! Good luck to our chaps. We’re expecting a win of course! Well done to Mike & Tina on winning the their National Mixed Pairs against Ann H & Peter J in the first round.
Yesterday morning, Steve G, Ian D, Graham D & Dave P went down to the Egham Four – Mark, Luke, Joe & Matt – in the London & Southern Counties Single Rink Competition. However, in the afternoon, the CP team led by Match Captain David Hale scored a 115-36 win over Bishop Duppas with a …
Having a wander around Richmond and like to take a break and watch some bowls? At 10:00, Steve G, Dave P, Ian D & Graham D take on an Egham Four in the 1st round of the London & Southern Counties Single Rink. At 2:00, the Club are playing a Mixed Friendly v Bishop Duppas …
Once again for the umpteenth year (!), we are facing Egham in the 2nd round of the National Yetton Trophy, playing on Saturday morning. Two rinks will be at home and two at Egham. Good luck to all the girls playing! Well done to Dave P & Joyce from Hounslow who beat Peter T …
Take care when you go out. Many gutters are full and anyone walking or cycling by are quite likely to get soaked! Sou’westers, thigh-high wellingtons, windscreen wipers on your spectacles are the orders for the day or, alternatively, shorts and t-shirt … as your skin will dry quicker than clothes! Tea/coffee/soup/Christmas adverts which have just …
The fixture list is now up on the calendar page. There will be tweaks as the weeks go along depending on National competition results Thanks to Bob D for taking on the role. —- Belated happy birthday to Ranjani V & Richard D for yesterday. We hope you both enjoyed cake and maybe bowls!
Don’t forget the clocks go back tonight so we get an extra hour in bed. Hooray! For those of you playing against Hounslow in the National Egham Trophy, don’t turn up at 09:00 old time just get there for 09:30 new time at your respective venues! Good luck and both venues welcome supporters. Alas, we …
We’re looking forward to playing Chertsey this afternoon in our first home friendly fixture. I’m sure Norman will be winding his former club members up for the afternoon of bowls and banter as The Wurzels sing out.across the green! Match starts at 2:00 pm. Not 2:30 – that’s outdoor start time! Bar will be open …
52 of you have signed up for Bingo, Bangers & Mash under Cambridge Park’s Peter T – an experienced chap with a flourish with the balls and the calls for bingo! 6:00 for prompt 6:30 start. There will be approximately 7 games with the Bangers & Mash cooked by Ange appearing at half time when …
Don’t forget the EGM tonight. This is a chance to review the updated Constitution for the Club, discuss and approve ; vote in your new indoor and outdoor committee members as well as finding out how the Club is progressing with the new Board taking the helm. See lots of you later!
A little bird got out the calculator and let us know Tony Oakes has a big birthday today! WOW That IS a big birthday and it’s hard to understand how he’s reached ‘four score years and ten’. Congratulations from everyone here! We hope you have some great celebrations and look forward to seeing at the …
Hope veryone is looking forward to the start of the indoor league season. Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday evenings and Tuesday & Thursday afternoons. There are still teams looking for extra players in their squads, so please let David Hale know if you looking to join a team. Squads are usually 6-8 people so the rotas …
Good luck to our chaps playing Hounslow in the first round of the National Denny Cup starting at 10:00 this morning. Two rinks play at home and two at Hounslow. The ladies equivalent – the Yetton Trophy – was cancelled as, unfortunately, our opponents couldn’t field a team. The Men would love your support either …
Friday 20th October – Last date for entering Middlesex Outdoor Competitions 2024. Entry forms and envelopes for fees at the club. Norman is in charge. Tuesday 24th October – deadline for putting your order in to Jacquie Elkin for Middlesex Lunch on Sunday 5th November Thursday 26th October – EGM at 7:00 pm – to …
Looking for a speedy green? Well we have one! The carpet was stretched today and is running at 19. Possibly the fastest in the County. Shall we re-name it Ernie?!
We’ll aim to start at 2:00 and finish around 4:00, so if you fancy coming along to play, please aim to be at Cambridge Park by 1:45. Dress code casual – be comfy!
With a good turn out of 14 last Saturday, we’ll have another mixed drive this Saturday. Please arrive by 1:45 as it well getting rinks organised so we can start at 2:00. Dress code casual.
Sadly our Top Club team didn’t make it past the finish line before Hounslow yesterday. Well done to Tina for her win and well tried everyone else. I gather it was down to just a few shots. Moving forward, the County Presentation Lunch has a new venue for this year. We’re all heading off to …
Good luck to the Cambridge Park team playing Hounslow this morning in the National Top Club The team would love your support. There’s Men’s and Ladies 2-Bowl Singles, Mixed Pairs, Mixed Triples and Mixed Fours so plenty of action across the whole green. Play starts at 10:00 am.
There will be carpet maintenance from 2:00-4:00 on Thursday 17th October so all the rinks will be out of action during that time.
All welcome. Try and arrive by 1:45 so we know how many people we need to juggle formats on the rinks! Thanks!
The entry forms for the Middlesex competitions are now available at the Club. One is for the Men and one for Ladies so check the top of the form! These need to be completed and handed in by 20th October with entry fees. PS These forms are for members of Cambridge Park. If you bowl …
This week we have the usual Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays & Fridays from 10:00-12:00. For those new to indoors, Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays the bowlers play right through and most stay for a drink afterwards. On Tuesdays & Thursdays, there’s a mid-session coffee break. Tuesday 3rd & Thursday 5th – evening roll ups starting around …
Well done to everyone who contributed to the (updated) £865 raised at the MacMillan Cancer raffle draw last night. Brian C’s friend took the first prize of the Air Fryer and Sarah H won the hamper. Unclaimed raffle prizes have their tickets with names on at the Club. Thanks very much to Ann M who …
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Dave Redington has been hard at work and is ready to take your competition entries for the Club competitions. You can download a pdf version of form from the Indoor Competitions page or paper versions will be available at the club. Thanks Dave and your band of merry men/girls!
The notes from the AGM Presentation on Thursday night are available to view on the Members’ page. Click on the link to download. Thanks to Ange, Norman, Gordan, Jane and Wendy for all their hard work over the last few years. We wish the new Board members including Tony O’B, Sarah H, Alasdair McW, Karen …
if anyone would like a roll(s) of turf, please collect from the skip in the car park by Friday. Thanks.
Just a reminder that the AGM is tomorrow evening. Come along for updates; to ask questions; to approve the new Board nominations; and to generally support the Club as we move forward for the forthcoming indoor and outdoor seasons However, if you cannot make it, please could you let Jane or Ange know at …
WOW! Meanwhile indoors Olive made a great start to switching to the different surface. It took a few ends (as it did with returning indoor veterans) but she did it! While on the other rink, Paul was also getting to grips with the less-physical-more-mental idea of delivering a bowl. We have assured them by mid …
At the end of all the proceedings on Saturday afternoon, it was sad to have to wave goodbye to Corale as she takes flight on Tuesday to start a new chapter of her life in Melbourne, Australia, returning to where most of her family are based. It’s a huge move. On the plus side, there …
The weather stayed dry and mainly sunny and everyone was in good spirits before, during and after the game. Phew! Great to have all 6 rinks full of bowlers enjoying the fun and trying their hardest to beat the opposition. It was 3-3 rink draw – don’t listen to Norman! The ladies had to borrow …
For all team competition and individual competition draws, the link is for the EIBA website competition portal https://eibacomps.co.uk/season/9/1 For competitions, we’re either in Area 5 for team ones or Area 10 for individual entries.
Looking forward to the annual outdoor men v ladies match this afternoon in the sunshine with a bit of warmth! This will be the last time when the green has been in Trevor’s hands and we thank him for the work he has done over the last 4 years and wish him well for the …
So the end of the outdoor season is upon us. Friday Night Leagues tomorrow I bekieve Saturday – the Annual Men v Ladies outdoor match. We should have 6 triples or 3 rinks and 2 triples. Fortunately one of the chaps signed up on the ladies side of the sheet, so we might nab him …
Belated happy birthday to Terry Macey. We hope you had a good day. Unfortunately Sarah & Karen’s Aussie Pairs final was rained off so they are playing at Fordbridge Park tomorrow (Tuesday) at 2:00 pm Kevin managed to not only squeeze his 75 shots in but also squeezed a 76-74 victory over Martin Payne who …
Great weather for coming to the end of the outdoor season. It’s been lovely this week, hasn’t it? Not sweltering like last weekend! The last of the Mixed Friendlies is v Masonians tomorrow with Roy, Shaf, Alasdair, Adrian, Paul, Wiola, Jacqui, Ann & Cathy heading over to Chiswick on behalf of the club Sarah & …
Our Indoor Captina, Kevin Keown & his partner CHris Pusey made it through to the Middlesex Mixed Pairs semi-final at the weekend. They beat the Franklands from North London/Bounds Green and, despite a great comeback, lost by just a few shots to Glen & Sue Adams from Paddington. The Final is on 23rd September when …
75 Shots: Roy beat Brian Mixed Drawn Pairs: Gordon & Dave beat John & Peter J on the final end!) Mixed Open Pairs: Jacqui & Brian beat Dawn & Steve Men’s Pairs: Scott & Dave P beat Gym & Roy Men’s Championship: Peter J beat Peter M marked by Peter C. In the blazing heat, …
Get the suncream, hats and water bottles out. It going to be very hot out there today, with a slight risk of thunderstorms. What do you expect? It is England after all! There were fewer competitions this year. Perhaps everyone was just too busy to enter? Certainly quite a few have booked their holiday for …
I would call September late summer. And last night, the Tuesday evening roll up was in full swing. By 8:30 pm, they should have been wearing miners’ helmets. The ones at the far end of the green were moving shadows! It was also a good evening for sitting out with a drink because it was …
On yet another glorious September day, the non-Leamington Middlesex Semi-Finals and Finals took place at Bush Hill Park BC. Karen started well winning her Over 55 Singles semi v Joyce from Hayes but had to wait until the end of the day to play the final v Tonia from Brentham. In her second match with …
The Area 4 competition was held at Cambridge Park yesterday. The winners going through to Sunday’s Finals are Brentham. Aviva, Marie & Janice beat Andrea, Jacqui & Karen. Aviva is new to bowling this summer, so that it’s great that she entered and gained some experience! Brentham play Grovelands in the Final. Cheerfully doing a …
Very sad news received today that Dennis Burtenshaw passed away at the weekend. A stroke prevented him bowling for the last few years but for many years before that, he was a dedicated member of Cambridge Park playing in roll ups, friendlies, TV/R&B leagues, tours, social events etc. Not only that, but behind the scenes, …
After the buzz from Monday’s Crown Green day with San Francisco and alas Vegas taking the prizes, it seems a bit quiet although the roll ups and last few club competition matches are getting played. Jacqui & Karen are working up to their Two Bowl Pairs Semi-Final on Sunday (and hopefully final after). Both girls …
I’m afraid you’ll have to nip to the library or buy a copy of today’s Times to read the article properly. “Peckham Bowls was left abandoned and derelict for eight years. That was until two 35 year old friends who grew up together in Lewisham took it over……” ”Lawn bowls is becoming the Millenials new …
There are just two disciplines left at Leamington for Middlesex. The Senior Singles. Attilio from Uxbridge plays this morning and Hannah ( who put out Tina) plays this afternoon. The Men’s and Ladies Top Club finals are today. Egham ladies are through. Most of the team are familiar to us from indoor comps and county …
The trouble with having a day off work at the beginning of the week, it makes it confusing to what day it really is! It was Thursday so I’ve changed the post heading for yesterdays post. Hannah was first up on D green. This was a challenge (as two others of us found out!). The …
A brilliant effort by the CP girls saw them into the quarter-final on Wednesday afternoon. They were holding their own until just over the halfway point when Hereford stepped up a gear and took the match 17-14. Our girls won the final end, so went out in a high! in the Junior Boys Singles, Ollie …
Alas, Cathy’s singles’ run came to an end yesterday morning in the quarter-finals 17-21 to youngster Rebecca Morley, who then went out in the semi-final. However, Cathy, along with Tina, Ange & Ann have another chance as they won their Senior Fours match yesterday afternoon. They play Wiltshire this morning in the last 16. Good …
Congratulations to Sarah & Karen (super sub for Lucy) who beat Wendy & Derrick from Staines in the semi-final of the South Middlesex Aussie Pairs. They will be playing the final v ?? on 17th September. Great news!
Congratulations to Cathy who had two good wins including a 21-13 victory over the current National Champion of Champions 2023 winner! This puts her into this morning’s quarterfinal v Rebecca Morley from Huntingdonshire. it means our Senior Fours have managed to be given a delayed start to 1:30 pm. However, if Cathy continues her winning …
Sadly Tonia lost to her Devon opponent yesterday. The green seemed to be one-handed which made it difficult if your opponent got that side first! Cathy nearly ran out of time in her Singles as it was neck and neck all the way with only 1 or 2 shots between them all the way through. …
This morning, Mark, Luke, Joe & Matt from Ashford take to the green at 10:00 for the second round of the Men’s Fours against team from Chatham, Kent. They had a good win yesterday and hope to repeat that today. Also at 10:00, Tonia from Brentham starts her Singles challenge against an opponent from Crediton, …
Sadly, Springfield couldn’t get a team together for tomorrow. On a good note, the Club will be open and some people are going down to watch the World Cup football as it’s usually better watching with friends and shouting at the television togther. The bar will be open as usual but not at 10:30!
A brilliant run by the Ladies Pairs yesterday with Kerry & Lou from Ashford making the quarter-finals and only just losing 14-16 after a great comeback. Both the Men’s Triples went out yesterday with the Bounds Green team making one further round that those from Broomfield. Today Kaz Ryan & Sue Butcher take to the …
After a close game Kaz & Paul went out of the Mixed Pairs by just a couple of shots. Both Men’s Triples won their first round matches last night so progress to last 32 in the Nationals. However there is a treat in store this morning! Both Kerry & Lou and Pam & Sandra won …
We hope you’re having a lovely day and being spoiled by the family. Edit: I gather from a couple of little birds that you were spoiling all those that were at the club this morning as you brought in goodies to share. Thank you. That was very kind of you. PS. The crows also …
Good luck to the CP team playing away at this afternoon under the lead of Tony O’Brien. Thanks to Norman and Paul S coming in at short notice. Suncream and hats needed- no wet weather gear! Whoopee!
Unfortunately, our Junior Boys Pairs went out yesterday after a good battle. Today, on C green, Pam Waller & Sandra Wright from Winchmore Hill take on a ladies pair from Dukeries BC in Nottinghamshire, whilst Kerry & Lou from Ashford face a pair fromSwanage BC. Both those games start at 9:30 so we hope our …
A date to remember in our family as it would have been Mum & Dad’s 75th wedding anniversary! They wouldn’t have liked bowling in the rain. According to the Met Office, this current grey miserable downpour should be over mid morning and the Monday afternoon league should be dry and sunny. Hope so! Up in …
For those of you not heading to the National Championships in the next fortnight, we have something else for you to look forward to … Sign up sheet on the noticeboard at the Club. I wonder if we’ll have a Crown rather than a Spider?!
After a quiet couple of days, Middlesex are back in force with the Men’s Pairs and Ladies Triples. Unfortunately neither competition features any Cambridge Park players. Verye arly for a Sunday morning, at 09:00 Tony Waller (he who does a brilliant job on the Bowls Middlesex Facebook page) & Chris Harris face a pair from …
Steve G, Tricia & Dawn found themselves on top form yesterday evening and had a comfortable win in the South Middlesex Triples at Fordbridge Park. A real team effort. Our opposition didn’t play badly either! if only we could play like that all (or nearly all) the time!
Unfortunately it wasn’t quite the start we would have liked yesterday. Tina, Nadine, Cathy & Ann were neck and neck up to 11-11 then the opposition took off to take the match 18-11. However, the Ashford girls fared better with a fairly comfortable win in their first match, only to go down in the second …
By the time some of you will have read this, our Middlesex Four of Tina. Nadine. Cathy & Ann H will have had breakfast, done a mile walk, spent 20 minutes doing stretches and, with adrenaline pumping, will be stepping onto E Green to play their first round at the National Championships in Leamington against …
Lucy, Merve & Mabel have arrived safely in Ireland. Lucy is off to find a bowls club today! Good news.
As we are a Club we need the members to step up and take on various committee roles, etc. and the AGM is the chance to do this as well as bring up any issues you may have. Thursday 28th September at 7:00 pm – Formal notice below. For those wishing to join the Club, …
Well done to Jacqui, Karen, Steve, Tina, Mike, Roy, Shaf, Scott, Tony, Andy, Lucy and Dawn who turned up for R&B League match at Ashford when Storm Anthony was having a good go at annoying outdoor bowlers across the country! Thunder and lightning with heavy showers at 2:00 pm and the Ashford green appeared …
Following on from the work done by Jane and the previous Board, we have now heard back from them. So that’s good! Well done to Jane and the others for relentlessly pursuing this and getting a resolution There will be an AGM and a sheet with nominations for Board positions will go up as …
Happy Birthday from all of us. We hope you have a lovely day. We’re sure you will get spoiled by the family.
Thanks to Sarah for sending this over. Well done to everyone especially in that afternoon torrential downpour! Please let us know when and where you’re playing your singles, Jacqui
Firstly good luck to Tina & Cathy and Karen & Jacqui who are currently (at 09:20) limbering up their limbs, polishing their bowls and focussing their minds on the tasks ahead. Both Karen & Jacqui are in the quarter-finals of the Over 55 Singles followed by the quarter-finals of the Over 55 Pairs playing together. …
Another week flies by! Good luck to Sarah playing the Regional Final of the National Champion of Champions this morning. Good luck to Karen & Jacqui, Marie & still not sure, and Lucy & Dawn in the Middlesex Two Bowl Pairs at Bishop Duppas. Alas, Springfield couldn’t get a team out today so the …
Wishing George a very happy birthday for today. He’s bowling in the leagues tonight so please wish him well from all of us. (He doesn’t have internet connection so won’t see this post.) Thanks
Congratulations to Karen & Jacqui on their continuing winning streak this time in the Middlesex Over 55 Pairs. Also through to the quarter-finals on Sunday are Tina & Cathy. Commiserations to Jean & Ange who came second in their Over 55’s Pairs and also to Tina in the Area Final of the National Senior Singles. …
For anyone playing on Thursday evening, please use the front door and corridor by the indoor green after 7:00 pm. There is a local community group meeting in the dining room. Thanks.
Well done to both Jacqui and Karen who won their respective Middlesex Over 55 Singles last night against two experienced opponents from Ashford. This puts them both into the quarter-finals on Sunday at Ashford. Good luck! It does mean we’re another two players short for Sunday’s friendly if anyone out there is available to play, …
Saturday’s weather was disappointing to say the least and I think only a couple of club games needed to be re-arranged. There were a few cars at the club yesterday morning, so perhaps those games were being played just a day later. With Club competition deadlines approaching at the end of the week, there should …
Both the Met Office and BBC are showing 90% chance of rain for today. A roll up in wellington boots is no fun!
Message from Peter C and Stella S .. The Ladies Championship Quarter-finals : play by 5th August. Semi-finals : play by 26th August Final sometime on weekend of 8th & 9th September All entrants please check your opponents and when you need to play. Thanks! There’s a deadline for each round of each competition so …
It seems to be a quiet weekend coming up, so if anyone fancied joining me for a mixed roll up on Saturday, you’re very welcome 2:00 for 2:30 start dress casual. Weather forecast looks ok! Sadly Sarah & Lucy did pass the winning post first last night in their Senior Pairs Area final. Brilliant for …
Sarah & Lucy face Kaz & Sue B from West Ealing at Egham (neutral green) this evening in the National Senior Pairs Area Final. And Tina plays Hannah H from Bush Hill Park in the National Senior Singles Area Final Brentham during the day. Good luck all of you. We’d like to come and watch …
A 2-1 rink win in the R&B match v Mid Surrey on Saturday . Steve G, Karen, John & Lucy took top rink pipping Dawn, Tricia, Jacqui & Mike by 1! Ann, Cathy & Nadine made to the semi-finals of the Triples on Saturday but went down heavily to West Ealing in the semi. In …
Good luck to Ann, Cathy & Nadine this morning in the quarter-finals of the Middlesex Triples. They play Vicki, Anna & Hayley from Ashford to start. This afternoon, the Club are playing their R&B league v Mid Surrey at 2:30. Paul S & Peter M are playing their club singles this afternoon and are still …
The draw is below for the finals at Cambridge Park on SUNDAY 16th July (not Saturday – but early when I did the post!). As you can see, we are well represented. if any of you can come along and help with teas/coffees etc, please let Norman know.
Brilliant news. Sarah won the Area Final of the National Champion of Champions v Sue Apperly of Bush Hill Park. Next stop a regional final v winner of Bucks area on a neutral green by 1st August. Fantastic news, Sarah!
Cathy won the quarterfinals and her semi final of the Middlesex Singles. Regardless of whether she wins the final or not – next Sunday at Cambridge Park – she will represent Middlesex at the National Championships in Leamington in August. Middlesex Ladies Finals are all day on Sunday 16th July at Cambridge Park. Come along …
We hope you have a good day. Thanks for all the behind-the-scenes jobs you do at Cambridge Park. Have a day off today!
Today, Sunday, Jean & Cathy face each other in the quarterfinals of the Middlesex Singles over at North London. It’s a shame they have to play each other but we know one of them will be playing this afternoon in the semifinals. Good luck to both of you and play well. Tomorrow Sarah is …
Congratulations to Peter J who secured a win v Stuart McC from Ashford in the R&B Singles. Peter stormed away to a 14-3 lead before Stuart scrambled back up to 11-14. Missed the next few ends as I was concentrating on my own game , but it was a win to Peter. On the adjacent …
We love it so much that we’re prepared to battle it out for 2.5 hours in the pouring rain getting soaked right through to the skin! Ok, so that’s not every time we walk on the green but it was like that last night! Ann, Cathy, Tina & Ange went over to Bush Hill Park …
With the Senior Fours going on, Sarah is short of some helpers for Tuesday evening’s roll up with our new bowlers (who are all coming along very nicely). If anyone can join Sarah, Tony & Alasdair, please let her know. I understand Dave P & Co won their Senior Fours v Ashford. Dave P …
First, the not so good news…. The girls made their way over to North London BC (again) on Friday night for the Middlesex Area Final of the National Top Club. Dawn lost the singles by 10 Tina & Ann won the Pairs by 10 Karen, Marie, Nadine & Cathy won the Fours by 7 Sarah, …
From Sarah: Thank you to all the members who supported our Open Day. After our four-week introduction course we have recruited nine new members. I am very hopeful that we will add to that number in the coming weeks. I would especially like to thank Tony, Alasdair, Karen, Julian, Jacqui, Lucy, John and Jane for …
Brian C and Anthony and another reached the Club 75 shot competition. A triple match! Well done to Sarah for reaching the Area Final of the National Champion of Champions. Next match is away v Sue A from Bush Hill Park Tina & Dawn won their respective National Senior Singles and now face each other …
Weather looks set fair for Saturday for the 75 shot competition and boiling hot. This is a really good fun event and now that Brian C has adapted some scoreboards, it means that everyone can see what’s happening. For many years it was only the match marker who knew the score! Contact Peter Chapman for …
It was another 1 shot defeat last night in the Tony Alcock Over 60’s Mixed Double Fours to North London. We all tried very hard but it wasn’t to be. It was the second 1 shot defeat against North London in a week. We need to break the habit!! We play them again next Friday …
On Tuesday, Sarah is running the 4th and final ‘coaching’ session with our new bowlers. To make it a bit different and so everyone gets to know another familiar face, everyone is welcome to come down and join in the bowling fun. Dress casual. 6:30 start. Bar open! Prizes …. Maybe!
The Tony Alcock Over 60s Mixed Double Rink competition continues tonight away at North London Bowls Club. Good luck to those playing. North London are providing strong competition for Cambridge Park in the later stages of various National and County competitions.
Well done to Peter Chapman. The club competition draws are now up at the club on the noticeboard backing onto the kitchen wall. Check out partners and playby dates. Wins for Peter J in the Richmond & Barnes Singles this week, along with both our Ladies Senior Fours – let’s hope they don’t have …
A mixed bag of a week. Wins for Peter J in the Champion of Champions v Pat McC from Ashford. Peter battles from 11-19 down to win 21-20. Never give up is the motto of the day! Wins for Jean & Ange v Tricia & Dawn and Sarah & Lucy v Tina & Cathy in …
The news is now officially out! The Middlesex Ladies Walker Cup team sees ‘old hands’ Ann H & Cathy in the team and a debut selection for Tina Cooper! Congratulations!! The other team members are Tonia (Brentham); Hannah (Bush Hill Park); Sandra (Grovelands); Sue & Megan (West Ealing). Travelling reserves for the match v Hampshire …
Happy birthday for yesterday, Gerry ! We hope you managed to stay cool.
Congratulations to the team who played Sunbury on Sunday. David Hale’s report: Good luck to the team playing Hurlingham Club this afternoon. No thunderstorms expected!!
Well done to Jacqui, Ann H and Dawn who have made it through to the last 16 of the County Two Bowl Singles competition. It was Jacqui’s first go at the competition so she has done very well. Karen won her first round match but lost out to the very experienced Isobel from Bishop Duppas. …
We hope you have a great day and your parents have bought you an inflatable swimming pool so you can cool down! Thanks for all you do with Ruils.
It was another win by 5-1 rinks in the Johns Trophy yesterday. Terrific result. Well done to all the players and the encouragement from the Middlesex President, Dee, and County Administrator Jacquie E. Great to see Jo, Liz, Tony, Mike, Stan, Tommy and Kevin from Middlesex as well as George, Brian, Corale, Nigel, Gym and …
This evening you should be basking in warm sunshine for the Friday Night Leagues as last week’s northerly wind seems to have gone its holidays. Tonight Norman & co play their Middlesex Men’s Triples. The match will be well underway by now so we hope they are doing well. Tomorrow afternoon (Saturday 10th), the Club …
Congratulations to both the Tony Allcock Over 60’s Mixed Double rinks who beat Ashford by just 2 shots. Brilliant! And second congratulations to the Ladies Top Club team who took on Brentham. It was 2-2 in rinks but the Pairs and Fours had very convincing wins in their rinks to give us the win! For …
For those who came to the Open Day and would like to have more coaching, Sarah us running a 4-week course starting tonight at 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm. Tonight’s session will be indoors as all 6 rinks will be in use outdoors. Don’t be shy and don’t worry if you haven’t signed up yet. …
We are out in force tonight with 10 ladies playing in the National Top Club v Brentham alongside out National Over 60’s Mixed double rinks in the Tony Allcock Trophy v Ashford (We’ve played them before!!) Tony Allcock Teams: Tricia, Jacqui, Norman & Steve Janice. Corale, Peter J & Dave P Ladies Top Club: Singles …
Well done to the. Luv team who had a 2-1 rink win v Chertsey on Sunday afternoon. As well as winning, a lot of fun was had too! —- With both Cambridge Park teams playing each other in the Middlesex Ladies Fours quarter-final yesterday morning, it was inevitable that one of them wouldn’t make the …
The Club team entries have gone in. For those of you wishing to play in individual comps – singles, pairs, triples or fours, please register your own account , select the entries you’d like and pay online. Deadline Sunday 4th June
Big match for the Middlesex Ladies today as they take on Berkshire in the first round of the National Inter-County Johns Trophy -A six rinker Play starts at 1.30 pm at Cambridge Park. The girls will welcome any of you who would like to come along and support them. Cambridge Park are well represented with …
Well done to everyone who has played in these matches. It’s been a few years since we made our mark!
Ann Macey wants to thank everyone who bought tickets for the raffle that was drawn on Monday in aid of the Riding for the Disabled Park Lane Stables. A magnificent £536.00 was raised and all the prizes were claimed on Monday at the Open Afternoon. Top prize winners: 1st Lawn Mower – drawn by Ann …
Well done to Sarah for masterminding the Cambridge Park Open Afternoon in conjunction with the Bowls England Big Bowls Weekend imitative. However it wouldn’t have worked so well or been such fun without all of the members who came along to help meet and greet, share some skills on the indoor and outdoor green, chat …
Well done to everyone yesterday. It was a tough game and we wouldn’t have got through by 6 shots without every player’s contribution in either winning ends or preventing Ashford from getting more shots when the final few ends were crucial. Next Opponents Brentham. Date to be decided! Our next opponents in the Double Rink …
Big weekend starting tonight when our men play Ashford in the National Top Club at 6:00. (No Friday Night Leagues tonight) Tomorrow morning, the Ladies play Ashford in the second round of the Middlesex Double Rink competition starting at 10:00. One rink home, one away. On Sunday, the ladies play… yes, you’ve guessed it, Ashford …
Jane alerted us to major roadworks in Twickenham this weekend (oh, yippee) so wherever you’re going, allow some extra time.
Don’t forget to put your club competition entry form and fees in by the end of the Bank Holiday Weekend.
Happy Birthday, Norman! Hope you have a great day including scones, jam and cream or probably cream and jam in your neck of the woods!
Apologies for not posting this earlier in the day. Hope you’ve had a lovely day with bowling, beer and besties!
Happy Birthday, Ray Verralls! We hope you have a lovely day filled with jazz, cricket and football! Thanks for all the work you do for us. Arranging fixtures with an ever changing calendar isn’t easy.
Pack the suncream today. Up to 20c. Hasn’t the weather been kind to us this last week? Long may it continue. Of course it would be nice if it rained during the hours of darkness just to keep things fresh. I’m looking for Camelot … “The rain must never fall till after sundown; By 8 …
Good luck to our chaps in the National Two Fours v Ashford at Ashford this morning. 10:30 start and supporters welcome. Back at the Club, the Middlesex Ladies have their squad day starting at 9:30 with games both morning and afternoon. Several of the CP girls are playing. Don’t forget that Bowlswear Direct have their …
Good luck to the Ladies playing Grovelands in the Middlesex Double Rink competition on Saturday morning at 10:30. One rink home, one away. Good luck to the club team playing Mid Surrey in the afternoon in the R&B League. On Sunday, the men are playing their first National Two Fours at Ashford. Good luck to …
We’re looking forward to hosting our first Middlesex Men’s game for many years on Thursday. Four rinks v various Home Counties sides. Come along and watch, pick up tips, enjoy the fun. Think weather should be ok too. Match starts at about 2:00. Bar open all afternoon.
Not only are the MIddlesex Ladies having their squad trial games, but Bowlswear Direct will be at the Club. They have a wide range of bowls, shoes, clothes and accessories so a great time to stock up and/or replace.
We now have 97 outdoor members. Whoop, whoop – brilliant! Please can you check that you have paid your subs? Most people have, but a few might not have found the email or it’s gone AWOL in the ether! If you haven’t, please let Ange know and she’ll pop an invoice over to you. …
Well done to David Hale for organising these again. Wrap up as it’s going to be chilly, although thankfully dry, this week. 1:00 pm for 1:30 start as it’s the first week.
Friday Night Triples League starts tonight! Play starts between 5:00 & 5:30 but no later. Met Office says less than 10% chance of rain, so it looks ok! You’ll probably need a fleece or jumper though. Enjoy!
Sarah has been beavering away in joining Cambridge Park in with Bowls England Big Bowls Weekend with our own event on Monday 29th May. Flyers as shown below are available at the Club. Please distribute to all your various contacts – family, Friends, other sports or creative groups, neighbours and the like. It’ll be a …
Because several of our regular match players have a county game this Sunday, the Windsor & Eton match has been moved to Sunday 9th July. Thanks, Ray V for sorting that.
Great day on Monday with lots of bowlers of all ages and abilities joining in the fun. Well done for Ange for organising, to Jacquie E for spending her birthday with us – a lot of the time in the kitchen; to Jane behind the bar and everyone who came along. The atmosphere was brilliant! …
Hope you’ve all enjoyed the Coronation, Street Parties etc. Yesterday had the best weather for the weekend, for sure. Personally, I enjoyed the Westminster Abbey Service music to the concert last night, although Katy Perry was excellent. Today, it’s our chance to play, eat and get to know each other. If the weather does as …
Unfortunately Masonians couldn’t get a team together for Saturday, so the match has been cancelled. Enjoy the Coronation and all the Street Parties if you’re going to them. We’ll be happy to see what you’re all doing – probabyl in and out of the rain! Don’t forget on Monday there’s Coronation Bowls starting at 11:30 …
I’ve added the two Men’s competitions for which we now have dates. _Tuesday 23rd for Middlesex Double Rink and Friday 26th for National Top RInk. Brian N is kindly re-arranging the Friday Night Leagues for that date. Both matches are 5:30 for 6:00 pm start. Steve G is still awaiting a date for the National …
Final post of the day! Ange has put a sign up sheet on the noticeboard (opposite the indoor green) for next Monday. Everyone welcome for 11:30, Ploughman’s Lunch at 1:00 followed by a ‘Spider’ and ‘friendly’ game – maybe a men v ladies. Ann Macey is still selling raffle tickets in aid of the Riding …
Brian has been working his magic with the Friday Night Leagues and the schedule is up on the noticeboard. Club Competition forms are out and need to be back with entry fees by the last week of May.
Please use the outdoor green booking page. m unlike indoors, the 6 rinks maybe tuning from the clubhouse to the Bridge Club or at 90 degrees to that. So, you may like rink 5 from the clubhouse but not when it’s running the other way. So, when you make your booking, please add Club Comp, …
Just a heads up that France are playing our Red Roses at 1:00 pm. Everyone should be well tucked inside the stadium by 2.00 pm when it would be good for to arrive. Wear what you like as long as you have your bowls shoes. If you’re venturing outdoors for the first time, the bowls …
Yes. We’re going outdoors this weekend! Roy will set up the ‘bumper’ mats but we still need to avoid lobbing the bowls onto the green, dropping bowls from hip height and any other deliveries that might leave dents on the green! The ground is still tender so we need to look after it until it …
11:30 – Bowls for beginners; 1:00Ploughman’s Lunch 2:00 Men v Ladies. Scott will be putting a sign up sheet on the noticeboard I believe the raffle in aid of Park Lane Stables will be on Monday 8th too. More details when known.
Waiting for more details and photo but we were awarded a Local Heroes Award with our relationship with Ruils Independent Living. Waiting for the exciting details!
Don’t panic when you receive the above text with vibration on your phone today. It is just a test. It will last 10 seconds and you swipe across your screen to remove it.
Probably not looking at all our knees, hips, etc! Have you ever run it? Do you know anyone running this weekend? Unfortunately the rainy weather forecast isn’t that great but maybe that’s better if you’re a runner? There’s a long gap between indoor and outdoor seasons this year, isn’t there? Seems to be dragging …
Sarah has updated the Bowls Etiquette sheets. Please help yourself when next at the Club. Thank you!
Hasn’t the weather been great over the last couple of days? Spring is on its way with the blossom and flowers and, at long last, a bit of warmth in the sun. hopefully less than 2 weeks until our green opens. Many clubs across the country are under way, with open day and men’s v …
Brian Noel has asked that anyone interested in playing in the Club Triples league sign up on the noticeboard by 30th April. Please let Brian or Jane know if you still want to enter the Richmond & Barnes Open Singles, Pairs, Triples or Fours, please complete a form and leave on the S pigeonhole at …
We all had very good games at MIddlesex Finals yesterday. Peter & Peter we’re behind then scooped up a 5 which put them into the lead and all was going well until the Bounds Green Pair took a 5 towards the end of the match and our boys just couldn’t quite catch up. they were …
Sign up sheets for Mixed Drive on Saturday 29th April at 2:30 pm and May outdoor fixtures will be up at the Club tonight, just ahead of the meeting at 7:00 pm regarding the proposed 5G mast site in our car park! There’s quite a lot of basic info on sites for telecoms masts on …
For those of you playing and those wishing to come and support your fellow Club members, the MIddlesex Indoor Finals will be at Glebelands on Saturday. Order of Play below. Good luck everyone! Glebelands I B C is just off the A 406 North Circular Road, near the A1 turnoffs. Summers Lane , …
Happy Easter to all our members, their families and friends a very happy Easter The Club will be closed on Easter Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday.
Congratulations to Teresa & Tina as they won their semi-final in the MIddlesex Ladies Pairs and will play Sandra Williamson-Mills & partner next Saturday 15th in the final. Also appearing next Saturday Peter J & Peter T in the Men’s Pairs; Steve G, Tricia, Mike C & Tina in the Mixed Fours; and Dawn in …
Hope you’re all making the most of the sunshine today. Rumour has it that it will be shorts weather on Sunday then back to the usual rain on Easter Monday! The draft Outdoor Fixture List is on the Calendar page. The green should be open on Friday 28th April. Trevor/Jane/Ange to confirm this. That would …
As Iver Heath couldn’t get a team together for Saturday, Kevin is putting together a last- minute Men’s v Ladies match. At the moment we have 3 triples each but if any of you out there would like to join in, we have room for more! Match starts at 14:00 Greys and any club shirt! …
GENERAL MEETING OF ALL CP CLUB MEMBERS, BRIDGE CLUB MEMBERS AND LOCAL RESIDENTS AIM: TO DISCUSS THE DRAFT PROPOSAL FOR A 5G MOBILE MAST TO BE ERECTED IN THE CAMBRIDGE PARK BOWLS CLUB CAR PARK DATE: THURSDAY 13TH APRIL VENUE: CAMBRIDGE PARK BOWLS CLUB DINING AREA (POLLING STATION AREA) TIME 1900HRS TO 2000HRS CTIL_303777 00 …
Congratulations to Stella S, Brian C & Dave R for all their hard work behind the scenes and to Jane for manning the bar as well. Good to see lots of supporters and spectators too. The weekend went extremely well. The winners are in red below. Photos to follow.
Jean, as roving reporter, kept us up to date with scoring. it was neck and neck all the way to 13th end with only one shot in it either way. After that the opposition broke away to win 20-15. Norman and the two Peter’s did win the final end so that was a positive finish. …
Good luck to Dave playing at 09:00 this morning.
On Tuesday Dave Pitt starts his Over 60’s National SIngles challenge at Nottingham Indoor Sports Centre at 3;00 pm. On Thursday at 6:30, our own Peter Judge, Norman Chart and Peter Twells (subbing for Steve G) will be playing their first match in the National Over 50’s Triples. At the weekend, Egham held it’s Open …
We’re almost there. Just 5 days to go!
Steve G wanted to pass on his thanks to everyone who wishes him well for his operation. The past few days have been busy with various tests and all seems very positive. (Editor’s note: we wouldn’t have wanted anyone to be positive this time 3 years’ ago!) Anyway, Steve is looking forward to R&R and recharging …
Hope you’re enjoying a wonderful special birthday with some of Norman’s scones!
Well done to Bob D and his band of merry men and women who had a good afternoon’s match v Ember. The team had a healthy win. Thanks to Katharine W for sending the photo over.
To all mothers everywhere , May you have a wonderful day. And to those of us who no longer have our Mums around, we will remember you for all the love and wisdom you gave us. (According to this week’s news, at about 38 years old, we all realised that our Mums were right in …
Next Saturday 25th at 10:00 am, Andy & Will take on Peter & Peter in the Middlesex County Pairs semi-final. It would be lovely to see as many supporters as can make it. It’ll be a hot match between the four Cambridge Park bowlers!
Looking forward to welcoming teams from Ashford, Hounslow, Bishop Duppas and friends this afternoon. Match starts at 2:00 pm
A hard fought quarter-final between Andy & Will v Pete & Nick from Century saw our boys come through 20-16. Andy gallantly reported that Will had a brilliant game from start to finish. This means that the semi-final which will be even harder fought between the pairs will see one CP team in the Middlesex …
If you’re out and about this afternoon near the club and/or playing in the leagues tonight, there will be a good match on when Andy H & Wll take on Peter Wilcock and partner fromCentury. It promises to be a good match played over 21 ends, so won’t be finished in under 3 hours. 4 …
Tina, Mike & Peter T will be playing Tony, Will & Andy H Congratulations to Steve, Norman & Peter J and Karen, Brian & Brian who were the other semi-finalists. It was a long day’s play! Well done to Stella and Brian for the organisation of the weekend as well as all the club comps …
What a brilliant result! 19-15. Steve, Norman and Peter led 7-2 after 4 ends; 10-4 after 10 ends then all went quiet for another hour and half until the news came through! So it’s off to Nottingham they go in early April Dave P & Eldred lost the Area Finals of the Over 60’s Pairs …
For those of you not playing in the Club Triples on Saturday morning, Steve G, Norman & Peter J are playing the Area Final of the Men’s Over 50’s Triples at Mole Valley at 10:00. Supporters very welcome. Guildford Road, Fetcham, Leatherhead, KT22 9GS. Dave P is through to the National Finals in the Over …
From Stella and the Club Competitions Team … CP CLUB COMPETITIONS TRIPLES WEEKEND SAT/SUN 11 & 12 MARCH 2023 THE DRAW AND SESSION TIMES ARE ON THE COMPETITIONS BOARD AND BELOW (There are a couple of substitutions to the original draw which are not shown below.) TO WEAR – CLUB SHIRTS AND GREYS SANDWICHES WILL …
Well done to the 2 Ps (Peter Twells & Peter Judge) who beat Jason Lyttle & Dave Baxter from Century this morning. They came from 4 shots behind on the 13th end to win on the 21 end by 4 shots to gain a place in the South Area semi-final. The heads were pretty hot …
Brrrr. Alexa says it’s 2C now (05:00 am) and snowy, and rising to 3C today. It sounds heavier than snow whatever is hitting the bedroom skylights. So this is just a warning to wrap up warm and watch your feet when you go out. We don’t want any broken wrists/arms/hips. I feel sorry for the …
Well done to Tina, Mike, Tricia & Steve who had a good win over Peter T, Ian, Di & Dawn in the semi-final of the MIddlesex Mixed Fours last night. It was neck and neck and 10-10 after 10 ends, then the first named four went ahead. A good shot with an unlucky result for …
Dan became the latest member of the Wrong Bias Club – in the Tuesday Night League. Welcome, Dan. You’re definitely amongst friends! Even Mike, as your skip, is looking up to you!!
Up-to-date draws now on the Club Competitions page. Thanks to Dave Reddington for sending them over for publishing. Next round deadline is 19th March!
Well done to Peter T, Peter J, Kevin K & Andy H who had a very tight MIddlesex Fours v Andy K & Co from Hounslow winning on the final end. Between us, lots of our matches are going to the wire! That’s good. We’re all improving. it was also a Club win v our …
Bowls England have announced new sponsorship for our sport with Aviva, especially looking forward to introducing more people of all ages to take up the bowls mantle. A familiar view with a familiar face! Also check out their video.
Following our successful Over 50’s National Triples results, we have some more localised results. Alas, Steve G’s triples lost their MIddlesex comp but Dawn won her MIddlesex Singles v Angela Frankland and the Two P’s (Twells & Judge) won on the last end of their Pairs at Herga. The report said they were 6-18 down …
Not leaving it just to the Over 50’s Men to celebrate this weekend, it was another absolutely brilliant result with Tina, Tricia & Teresa winning their National Over 50’s Triples Area semifinal v Camberley this morning. Great stuff! Please let us know when and where you’re playing.
Some of you will remember Wendy King (she left at least 11 years ago) and Gerry had news from her daughter. For any of you would would like to respond, please email Gerry and he will pass your messages on. Hi guys – first of all thank you for your concern about Mum and secondly, …
The bowls are already being polished as we prepare for this Saturday’s match. Teams: Jacqui L, Karen G, Tony O’B & skip George H Shaf, Roy E, Scott & Peter T Cliff, Frances D, Sarah & Gym Christine P, Malcolm P, Bob D & Dawn Captain: Dawn Whites with club shirts. Match Fee: £3.50
I’m sure that’s what we would have yelled if we’d won another National between us, but this time it is all about BIngo! Get your dabbers and dibbers ready for Sign up on the sheet underneath the original of this poster at the Club. Talking of Nationals, good luck to Steve & Co in …
Thanks To Kevin for last Sunday’s match report.. Another win for Cambridge Park by 83 shots to 54 v London Civil Service. Everybody made it despite the heavy traffic. We won 3 Rinks and drew 1 and our Top Rink was Jacqui Lund, Corale Canard, Roy Ebinezar and Peter Judge who won their rink …
Roses are red Violets are blue I’m here in the fog Just looking for you … and wishing you a safe day. Take a torch. That fog is very thick this morning!
Kevin K reported that Friday’s mixed triples v King George Field resulted in a very comfortable win for Cambridge Park with Kevin K, Chris Pusey & Gary Bartles taking top rink, yet Cliff, Tony O’B & Gym scoring a Hot Shot. Weyhey! well done to everyone who played. This afternoon we welcome London Civil Service …
Well, how about joining the Level 1 Coaching Course being run at Cambridge Park?! It’s great chance to learn more about your own bowling technique as well as passing on skills and ideas to newer bowlers. You will also learn about coaching a beginner, roles and responsibilities, safeguarding, lesson planning, warm ups/cool downs, delivery – …
And that was shown by our opposition yesterday as Ladygate had to battle through the Brentford FC/Southampton FC traffic as well as the England/Scotland rugby traffic to get to Cambridge Park for our friendly match. In the end it was a win on all four rinks for the club, with Gym, Roy, Bob & Jacqui …
Good to see the rinks filling up during non- league and roll up times with various club and county competitions! Check out the round closing dates and book early to avoid that last minute rush! —- The outside front door entry process is changing. Check out the details with Jane. I believe we are getting …
Just a reminder that if you want to enter the National Competitions ie Senior Singles, Senior Pairs, Mixed Pairs or Mixed Fours, then the closing date for entries is 1st March
Or rather, win the match. Hotfoot from the Men’s O60’s Double Rink in Bromley, Hounslow pair Paul C & Colin H returned to take on Andy H & Will in the Middlesex Men’s Pairs at CP. When most of us arrived for the Tuesday night leagues, our chaps were 8-19 down. They crept up to …
Kevin and Mike have been busy! Saturday 4th v Ladygate: Shaf, Frances, Norman & Jean Karen, Ron B, Dan & Dawn Chris P, Malcolm, Sarah & Kevin K Jacqui, Roy E, Bob D & Gym Reserves: George H & Cliff. Captain: Kevin K Match Fee £3.50. Whites. Sunday 5th v Teddington Shaf, Brenda & …
Very pleased to hear that Peter J, Norman & Steve G had an over 50’s Triples win V Dave P & Co from Hounslow last night. Steve ditching the jack quite near the end played a key part! Well done chaps! This morning , Teresa, Tina & Tricia play Di, Ann H & Dawn so …
Many thanks to David Hale for organising the leagues and keeping us all updated.
There was a lot of fun and banter across the green yesterday afternoon as our London Welsh visitors and CP enjoyed the first mixed friendly match of the year. The home team scored a good win overall. Top rink (by one shot to Dave Pitt’s team) were Steve G, Tricia, Norman & Corale. An excellent …
Well that was proved yesterday when both Jason Banks and Jamie Walker put on an amazing display of drawing bowls in the biggest singles match of 2023. Bowl after bowl came to rest within inches of the jack. Absolutely wonderful. Well done to Jamie and commiserations to Jason. Should Jason have gone for another draw …
First of all it’s a big match for us as we take on London Welsh this afternoon. A hard working day for Karen & Sarah as they prepare and serve our post match meal. Lastly, it’s the Open Singles Championship from Potters this afternoon. Unfortunately, they don’t seem to be showing the Potters Champion of …
I didn’t watch anything else last night bar the Wilgress v Walker match. Wow, Wow, WOW! What a match.! A Great quarter-final with amazing drawing shots and a selection of running, tactical bowls. If you didn’t see it, watch on YouTube as it will be well worth it. That’s the standard of bowls that we …
Good to see the sun during the day and it felt a bit warmer than the last couple of days. Maybe it’s psychological! Roll on spring! Some twists and turns in yesterday’s World Bowls matches weren’t there? Katherine Rednall goig down heavily in the first set, although neither she nor Cerianne had their best games. …
The drains are going to be cleared in the car park, so please could you avoid using the middle two rows on Thursday. Inconvenience for a day but it means you won’t need to pack your wellies to get from the car to the club in future!
Dave Pitt has the longest backswing I’ve ever seen on the bowls green, which doesn’t seem to change whether indoors or outdoors. It was commented that the Australian coaches are now teaching players to use a proper backswing as part of their delivery even on faster rinks. If the bowls continue running beyond the jack, …
We’re looking forward to playing against London Welsh Chairman, Carole Atkinson, and her band of merry men and women. Laurence, Scott, Kevin K & Andy H Ange, Brenda, George & Dave P Tricia, Corale, Norman & Steve G Tina, Mike, Lucy & Dawn Match fee £10 in cash, please, so we can take out the …
Thanks to everyone who signed up. I think we’ll be doing 3 rounds of 5 ends starting at 2.00 pm First round: Dawn & Gym v Cliff & Peter J Bob & Frances v Dan & Jacqui Pauline R & Dave P v Bill R & Tony O’B Shaf & Karen v Peter T & …
Just caught up with the Mixed Pairs Final plus Nick Brett v David Gourlay and Mark Dawes v Michael Stepney and feel very bowled out! Some fabulous shots by all the players and all those that won today deserved it. Well done to Stewart Anderson & Cerianne Glen on their Mixed Pairs win against last …
What did you think of the Pairs’ Final? Good to have it on the BBC? The plus is the overhead ‘target rings’ The first set looked pretty comfortable for Greg & Nick, although the final end of that set when Jason & Michael got the 3 was a bit surprising considering they’d only scored 1 …
Brian N is definitely looking ahead to warmer weather, so much so that he has put a notice up about the Outdoor Friday Night League. If you are interested in playing, please sign up on the Noticeboard sheet. Any questions, ask Brian or Stella S. Thanks
Today at 1:00 pm on BBC 2 we’ll be able to see the Open Pairs Final between Greg Harlow & Nicky Brett v Michael Stepney & Jason Greenslade followed by last year’s Champion Les Gillett playing Stuart Irwin in the Open Singles. The 10:00 am match is viewable on the BBC Red Button. I did …
Last year’s winners – Alison Merrien & Paul Foster are through to the final which will be played on Tuesday 17th on the BBC at 1:00 pm. They play the new pairing of Stewart Anderson & Cerianne Glen who came through yesterday afternoon v Mervyn King & Lisa Fetherby. That probably wasn’t the most exciting …
How are you doing on the World Bowls? I have pretty square eyes but it doesn’t help being on a computer at work for 9 or so hours a day and that doesn’t include watching bowls! Thanks to Katharine Wallace for the following link. Worth a read. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-norfolk-64249302 It was a very tight first set …
Well, we’ll have to wait and see. There are club games and world championship games and half of those people might feel thery were a bit unlucky in coming second, but maybe it was just that their opposition just had a better day. Last night Tricia & Teresa were going head-to-head against Wendy & Norma …
Unfortunately Chertsey can’t get a team out so we’ll have a Mixed Drive starting at 14:00 instead.
The MIddlesex Home Counties team to represent Berkshire was published yesterday and it was great to see Steve G, Laurence, Peter T & Andy H named. I believe it will be Peter and Andy’s debut MIddlesex County appearance. Well done! The Middlesex Indoor Competitions have now been published. I’ll post draw sheets up at …
As predicted, it was a terrific display of bowling between Wayne Wilgress and Katherine Rednall last night, with Wayne winning 2-0 sets. Some brilliant bowls from both players and nice to hear the commentators giggling over “Katherine’s gap”. It was reminiscence of Brian Johnson & Jonathan Agnew’s fits of giggles when reporting about Botham “not …
I didn’t catch the name of the girl commentating on last night’s singles match between Mervyn King and Thinus Oelofse but, in order for her to get some practice on the portable rink, she had to book it for 02:00-04:00 am this morning! WOW! That’s the pressure for getting onto that rink. No chance of …
Good to see the World Bowls Open Singles has now got off the ground and they’re top and tailing the Open Pairs semi-finals in today’s schedule. A lot of us have met and chatted to Greg Harlow at Potters. He also made a visit to the ABC Clinic a couple of years ago and witnessed …
Mixed bag of results as we did better when we were playing other teams from Cambridge Park! Tina, Teresa & Tricia had a very close triples against Sarah, Lucy & Ann on Friday afternoon. They now await the winners of Ann H, Di & Dawn who are playing another team from Egham on Saturday 14th. …
For those heading clubwards, there are three matches this morning: Ann B & Di are playing a National Pairs v Sarah & Lucy – very tight after 16 ends; Barry & Teresa are playing club pairs v Steve P & Stella and are enjoying a comfortable lead at present; and Steve, Norman, Dave & Ian …
The World Bowls Tour started yesterday with some Open Pairs and continues today. If you have a smart tv or smart phone or internet access to YouTube of Facebook, you can watch live or on playback on YouTube. Go to YouTube and type in World Bowls 2023. There are matches on during the day and …
I’m not sure about January blues but there’s definitely a writer’s block! Hey ho it won’t last. There are roll ups today and tomorrow at 10:00 and an afternoon drive on Saturday at 2:00. Now that it’s warmed up a bit, it’s not such a drag to leave the house. The Club is warm too! …
Happy 2023! Mike Cooper is putting the signup sheet for this year’s Potters Tour today. If you haven’t been so far, have heard all the stories of the fun we have, and would like to go this November, please add your name to the sign up sheet. Basic cost is £549 + £5 cancellation insurance. …
The club is open New Year’s Eve, with a roll starting at 2:00 pm. Please arrive by 1:45 so we can see if we’re playing triples or rinks. We’ll finish around 4:30 pm On New Year’s Day the club will be closed. Open again for morning roll up on Monday 2nd.
Hope you all had a good Christmas and managed to meet up with family and friends and shared some fun times together. With Boxing Day over, today is another Bank Holiday. Great for those getting an extra day off work, but not so good if you’ve spent Christmas on your own and facing another long …
Wishing all Cambridge Park Members, their families, our friends and supporters a very Happy Christmas! Stay safe and well and enjoy every moment you have even at those times when you get beaten at Scrabble, Trivial Pursuit, Monopoly etc. There’ll be another time. Sing loud and smile! Unless you’ve ventured way up north to find …
Despite a roaring start, we had a mid way wobble allowing Bromley back in to the game and they went on to beat us 12-9 to secure their place in the quarter finals. Well done to them and we wish them well in the competition. Also through are two teams we beat in the round …
Mike, Tina, Lucy & Dawn are through to the final 16 at the Potters Champion of Champions tournament. We had 2 wins today, giving us an overall 3 wins and 1 loss. We play Bromley tomorrow morning. Bromley is only one of two teams to win all four league matches. We’re looking forward to it. …
We have just learned that Maureen Lawford passed away last weekend. Maureen has been part of MIddlesex Bowls both in playing and committee positions for many, many years. With her husband , Tommy and Liz Dutton, they have been county team sectors for the last few years. Our sympathies go out to Tommy and the …
Lucy and I have learned a new skill today and we would like to teach you – now that we’re obviously experts. it’s a good warm up for bowls and bingo wings IMG_0336
Ok, well I did run for the bus but it’s definitely warm, warm, warmer out today. It’s wet underfoot so watch out for those pesky, slippery leaves. You may also need an umbrella! Last week of leagues before Christmas and roll ups continue each morning as usual. On Tuesday 27th, it’ll be just a normal …
Well done to Karen the Chef, Sarah the Sous Chef and all the helpers who peeled, chopped prepared and served the Christmas Dinner. It was fantastic! The tables looked lovely- thanks, Wilma. The spontaneous raffle raised over £200 for the Salvation Army. A splendid occasion where all the club members did their bit to make …
Whether cards and parcels will reach recipient by next weekend is still a bit debatable. Presentation of outdoor competition trophies tomorrow around midday so do pop along to that if you have one to collect, even if you’re not staying on for Christmas lunch. Still chilly out but going up, up, up into double figures …
Hope you have a lovely day and watch your feet on the pavements. They’re much slippier this morning. Same goes for all of you on the pavements. If you’re on a bike, do not brake with your wheels on an angle only when they’re straight. Is that the same when you’re driving a car? I …
Everyone would be disappointed when England went out of the World Cup on Saturday night. There were definitely a couple of odd decisions against the team but France did play well although England did seem to have more shots at goal. Harry Kane is shouldering the blame. He converted one penalty in spectacular fashion but …
If you haven’t signed up yet and/or given Karen your food order, please could you do so by tomorrow- Saturday 10th scrummery@blueyonder.co.uk Jane is collecting the £20 per person money over the bar Thanks Karen
Very cold out this morning but did not appear icy which is good. We hope you are all managing to stay warm adding extra layers, a hot water bottle etc to help. Moving also raises your temperature so maybe a little dancing – even if you’re seated ! For those wishing to get into the …
Steve, Norman, Ian & Dave beat Camberley in the second round of the London & Southern Counties Fours competition on Tuesday night. They now face another Camberley team in the next round. Well done chaps. Fly the CP flag! Tina, Tricia, Teresa & Lucy lost their National Fours against Egham (sigh) at CP on Tuesday …
Kevin thought you would like to get your limbs and voices warmed up with other bowlers with a 2 hour mixed drive before heading home to watch England in the World Cup ! There will be sign up sheet on the board later or just turn up by about 1.40 pm to allow time to …
Had a really good pasting in the National Two Bowl Singles tonight. I was ahead after the first end, then was ceremoniously stuffed 1-21 by Kylie Jenkins of Egham just returned from her England team trial. So pleased to get the 1! Anyway, as a result I got home somewhat earlier than expected! If you …
The eagle-eyed members will have spotted the Club Competition draws up on the noticeboard. I will load them onto a separate page on the website but not be able to do that before Wednesday night. One good National result for Sarah & Lucy as they beat Tina & Dawn on the final end of the …
Good luck to the team playing Staines this afternoon. Chris P, Stella K, Barry & Teresa Pauline R, Jacqui, David W & Bill R Karen, Audrey, Cliff L & George Tricia, Malcolm, Tony O’B & Gym Reserve: Shaf
IMG_0166 For the first time since we’ve been touring, we haven’t got a team in the final but we have had a successful and fun week, returning very well fed, entertained and almost bowled out! (With the London & Southern Counties Challenge Shield tomorrow, and several National comps over the next few days, we have …
The sun has been shining up here at Potters in Hopton-in-Sea – better than yesterday when we arrived in either fog or very thick sea mist! All our teams have played twice and we have had a mixed bag of wins, losses and draws. We’ve met up with familiar faces and struggled to remember names. …
Have a good week everyone whether you’re at home or in Great Yarmouth. Play nicely! Get the winter warmers out. Temperatures due to drop to 2C this coming weekend.
We hope you have a lovely day and some of us are looking forward to spending the week with you at Potters!
Karen is organising evening roll ups at 6.30 pm on Tuesday 29th November and Thursday 1st December. Sign up sheets on the board, but just turn up if you’re not at the club between now and then Check out the Christmas Dinner poster as well. 17th December, bowls then a meal. £20 per head.
Good luck to everyone playing. For Potters Tourists, if you would like to leave your suitcase and/or bowls bag at the club on Sunday, please do so by 5:00 pm. Thanks.
Apologies but Egham have cancelled Saturday’s match
The following have been selected for the National Over 60s Ladies Mason Trophy match v Egham. One rink home, one away. Thanks to the roll up bowlers for allowing the girls to have one of the rinks. Let’s give the girls a big cheer on Friday!
Come along and join the fun – if you haven’t been to the morning roll up already! Big thanks to Dave R, Stella S & Brian Crickmay.
Good luck to the MIddlesex Men’s Over 60’s Liberty Trophy Team v Essex which includes Mike Cooper, Steve Gibson, Norman Chart, Kevin Keown and Dave Pitt. The three away rinks have a long hike to Southend. Shame there won’t be time for paddling and ice cream on the beach!! Play well MIddlesex! Nearer to home …
Well we all went out and gave it our best but it wasn’t enough in the Denny & Yetton Plate comps and National Top Club. The heads in each rink were pretty good as a whole but the opposition came sneaking in! Anyway, congratulations to Tricia, Lucy, Sarah & Karen and to Kevin K, Mike …
Really sorry to learn that Jean fractured her elbow yesterday morning and will miss out on playing bowls for about 6 weeks. Rotten luck as well as painful. Our Yetton Plate team will miss you today and Top Club on Sunday. Hope you can still get the sleeves of your jumpers and jackets on!
Well that’s better news (although slightly surprising after the rain we’ve had this week) than learning about higher taxes and snow coming towards the UK this wekeend. To be fair that probably doesn’t apply to London and hopefully work affect Strictly Come Dancing in Blackpool! Some good quality bowling in the Nationals this week, but, …
Team selection for Saturday’s match supporters welcome at both venues Croydon – 10 Nottingham Road, South Croydon , CR2 6LN Good luck girls!
Teams below – same as the team who had a victory over Mole Valley in the first round. Supporters and spectators welcome. (Sutton do a very good roast dinner!)
Team selection below. Match starts at 10:00 am and supporters and spectators welcome. The Yetton Plate will also be played on Saturday. Ladies team sheet to be published later.
The film crew are back this week so please can you start with parking against the clubhouse and then the first row before moving further back. Thanks.
We look forward to welcoming West Surrey BA to the club this afternoon at 2:00. Cliff, Scott, Corale, Bob, Frances, Ann B, Shaf, George (apologies for scaring Gordon!), Ranjani, Ray V, Kevin L, Tony O’B, Pauline, Bill, Malcolm & Christine will be taking to the green on behalf of CP. good luck everyone! At …
We now have confirmed opponents in the Yetton Plate – Croydon. We played them in the same round of the competition last year. Sign up sheet on the noticeboard so please can you put your names down. The men are playing Camberley at the same time , so the club will be buzzing that morning!
What a frightening thought! The tv ads are coming in thick and fast. I understand John Lewis’ dropped this morning and it’s a tear jerker. Have you watched any ? On a lighter (pun intended), it’s 40 sleeps until we start getting more daylight hours. Hooray! Whilst on lights, car headlights used to face slightly …
Good luck to the men playing today in the Over 60’s Double Rink. One rink at home and one away at Egham. 10:0 am start. Supporters very welcome. Come in out of the rain!
Sarah reported that everyone who attended the Level 1 Coach Bowls exam on Sunday passed! That’s brilliant news for all the clubs who had attendees. Well done to you all!
There will be filming around the clubhouse and Cambridge Park on Monday. The film crew will be using the back rows of the car park as well as the dining room. Please park against the clubhouse and in the first row. It’ll be a bit tight. Any problems, please speak to Jane. Thanks.
Busy, busy, busy in the Club today. Steve, Norman & Ian take on John Carey & Co from Egham(!) in the National Men’s Triples at 10:00 am. On the other three rinks, Scott, Sarah, Katharine, Dave P & Richard D and others will be taking their Level 1 Bowls Coach Exams. Good luck to all …
Great to have so many supporters at Cambridge Park this morning when two rinks took on two strong rinks from Egham. Both rinks held their own for most of the game and were keen to keep going to put more shots on the scoreboard. Unfortunately our away rinks were up against another two strong Egham …
On Saturday 5th, the ladies play Egham in the Yetton Trooply starting at 10:00 am. Two rinks home, and two away. We would love to have supporters at both venues!
Peter Judge and Peter Twells had an excellent win in the National Pairs last night v John Carey & Jay Head from Egham. A tight game all the way through but left them 4 down going into the final end when the two P’s managed to pick up 5 giving them a 15-14 victory! Next …
Well it’s not literally raining any of those things but it was RAINing all night and still going strong. All 6 lanes on the A4 were under a flood near the A30 junction and several other stretches of the A4 between Osterley and the A30 were only usable on the lane nearest the central reservation. So, …
Karen is looking for a few volunteers to help finish off the kitchen deep clean, as the cupboards need emptying and hoovering out, a thorough wipe down disinfectant (food safe variety!). Please report to Karen at the Club on Friday 4th November – any time between 09:00 – 16:00. She’ll be there all day. If …
First line of a great song I first heard sung by Eva Cassidy. The autumn leaves are falling rapidly so watch your step out there. They are very slippery. All Saints Day today, so hope you’ve polished up your halos and finished making pumpkin soup and pies after Halloween!
Actually not a nightmare at all, just a disappointing week as regards National Comps. Peter J lost both his 4 bowl singles and 2 bowl singles to Egham players; Laurence lost his Senior Singles to an Egham player; and the Mixed Four RInk Egham Trophy team lost to Egham. There seems to be a thread …
We hope you enjoyed your extra hour today and celebrated your birthdays in appropriate style!
Good luck to everyone playing v Egham in the Egham Trophy – Four Mixed rinks. Two at Cambridge Park and two at Egham. 10:00 am start at both venues and supporters and spectators are very welcome at both venues!
Amazing to think that the BBC is only 1 year younger than Cambridge Park Bowls Club! This week, it was good to see a review of children’s television shows from when they started and how they can influence children in their early lives. The Wombles of Wimbledon Common were real eco, recycling warriors! Did we …
Peter Judge plays his National 2 Bowl Singles tonight and Mike & Tina take on Peter T & Dawn in the Mixed Pairs. Alas Peter J lost his 4 bowl singles earlier this week but is looking forward to having home advantage tonight! Good luck to all of those playing. Don’t forget it’s Bingo, Bangers …
We’re looking to welcoming Peter Twells and his band of merry men and girls on Saturday afternoon as Chertsey come over to Cambridge Park. Thanks to everyone who signed up as we were well over- subscribed Teams: Tina, Ranjani, George & Mike Scott, Frances, Bob & Ann B Karen, Bernard C, Roy & Joan Shaf, …
Hope all goes well. The only thing to fall backwards this weekend is the clock! We don’t want Terry or anyone else slipping on the wet leaves So watch your step when you’re out and about.
We hope enjoy your respective birthdays in different parts of Europe! Apologies to Val Noel who I missed off yesterday’s list. Hope you had a good day with the family.
Good luck and have fun to everyone playing in the first of the league matches this week. If you still haven’t put your name down to play, please see David Hale at the club or sign up on the sheet on the noticeboard.
Congratulations to:- Peter Judge – Men’s 2 Bowl SIngles – Closer than the scoreline suggests but Peter capitalised on putting the mat up and playing to his favourite jack length – good luck in your National SIngles on Thursday. Dawn Slaughter – Ladies 2 Bowl SIngles – a comfortable win, although her opponent put in …
Good luck to the Top Club team players today. We play Mole Valley starting at 10:00 at Cambridge Park. supporters and spectators very welcome! Alas, the chaps lost out to Hounslow in the Denny Cup yesterday, so now enter the Denny Plate competition. Opponents have not been revealed yet. Good luck to Hounslow who …
As promised by Stella Spaulding, Brian Crickmay and Dave Redington (thank you again, all of you), here is the Club Competition entry form in 3 versions! You can see what it looks like below or click on the download for either the Word or pdf version or Dave is leaving hard copies at the Club …
The following have been selected to represent the club v Mole Valley Ladies Singles: Dawn Slaughter Men’s Singles : Peter Judge Mixed Pairs: Barry & Teresa F Mixed Triples: Norman, Jean & Steve G Mixed Fours: Tina, Tricia, Andy H & Peter T Match Captain and Chief Reseve: Mike Cooper Whites with Club …
Congratulations to Sarah H who reaches the big *0th! Welcome to the club! Happy birthday also to Frances D, who has a 3 on the end of her birthday!! We hope you both have a great day being spoiled by your family and friends! As a result, neither of these two will be out and …
Well done to all the Egham Trophy players this morning in a successful 88-77 win v Hounslow. Our prize is a tie v Egham on Sunday 30th at 10:00 am. Home and away. Thanks to Karen for keeping the scores on the doors. An important role. Thanks also to those who made the teas and …
Reg came down to watch the roll up yesterday. When we’d all left the green ….. IMG_0008 Not bad after 5 years since the last bowl!
It would be great to have some supporters at both Hounslow and Cambridge Park this morning. Pop in after your morning walk! The bar will be open around 11:15. Good luck to everyone playing!
We’re looking forward to the first of the indoor season’s team events – The Egham Trophy is four mixed rinks, with two playing at home and two away. Our first opponents are local rivals, Hounslow. Play starts at 10:00 and supporters are welcome at both venues. Good luck to everyone playing!
Apologies. Miscommunication on the admin front and the Ladygate friendly will be next February. If you signed up, please come down anyway and we’ll have a mixed friendly drive instead! Whites not required
With several last minute changes I.e. at 2:00 pm, the game got under way with a mixture of men with ladies. Teresa’s triple had a great start and, although Gym’s team made up a great deal of ground , they couldn’t catch them up. On Dawn’s triples. It was a game of two halves as …
The leagues are starting soon. Yay! there will be Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday evening leagues and Tuesday & Thursday afternoons. David Hale is working his magic and will speak to the team captains re Tuesday afternoons. There is a sign up sheet for anyone wishing to join a league. For those of you new to …
Good luck to Peter Judge who hits the indoor green at Cambridge Park late this afternoont with the first round of the National Men’s SIngles against Paul (?) Short from Egham. Play well!
Well done to Kevin and co scoring a 73-73; 2-2 rink draw against King George Field. An very even start to the season! Top triple were Tricia G, Brian N & Steve with a cracking win of 21-8. An afternoon that was thoroughly enjoyed by both teams.
With a fantastic turnout of 28 on Saturday afternoon as well as the regular midweek morning roll ups and the odd evening roll ups, the indoor season is definitely under way! There is still time to join a league team so let David Hale know if you’re looking to join in. Leagues are on Monday, …
Reports from Friday’s night event say it was a success from all different sorts of perspective. The punters, the organisers, the chill maker and her glamorous assisant, the bar girl and the raffle mistress to name but a few! From Ann Macey: “A big thank you to everyone who helped me to raise a massive …
In case you didn’t hear/see it, there was a suggestion which came from a BBC email that everyone should take readings from the gas and electricity meters today and submit to their supplier. This should ensure you should pay today’s rates for gas/electricity used up to the end of today rather than paying 1st October …
These are now on the Members’ page, which is password protected. For members without a password, please email enquiries@cambridgeparkbowlsclub.com Thanks
The Competition entry forms for 2023 Middlesex outdoors will be at the club from tonight – Friday 30th September. Please return to Norman Chart with entry fees (use C pigeon hole and mark as Middlesex Comp) at the club by 20th October latest. Thanks
We hope many of you can make it. Have your say! Tomorrow night – RACE NIGHT 6.30 pm for 7.00 pm. Please let Ange know today if you’re coming as she’s makng the Chilli today. Thanks
Congratulations to Sarah Hall on winning the Cambridge Park Ladies Singles Championship for the first time! Commiserations to Cathy Taylor, this year’s runner up. Both girls will be facing each other again with Lucy & Ann in the Ladies Pairs Championship. Date not publicised as yet.
The current list of indoor fixtures are on the Calendar page – the usual table format is under the first list, which contains our team early National Competition dates. The page will get updated regularly as more fixtures are added. On Wednesday 5th October, we have an away fixture v King George Field in Chessington …
A fantastic end to the outdoor season with a win for THE GIRLS! Ah, revenge is sweet. Saturday afternoon went with a swing in glorious September sunshine. We had 33 on the green (Scott kindly came in part way through for Nadine when she was under the weather) A brilliant start for Jacqui, Stella, Sarah …
Gee whizz, it was a bit of a dark morning at 6:00 am. Autumn is upon us and this morning’s constant drizzle might be good for the gardens but makes everywhere look a bit sad! The Met Office does not forecast any rain tomorrow which is good. In the morning the Men’s Open Pairs and …
We hope you have a lovely day day and get spoiled rotten by the family!
The final outdoor match of the 2022 season is upon us! Get your club shirts, whites and fleeces out as we take to the green on Saturday with a 1:30 start …. with a robin! OK, most clubs have a spider, but we’re being a bit different thanks to Jackie Elkin. Please bring £1 for …
Wow, wasn’t there a lot to take in yesterday and, taking everything into account, the previous 10 days. The disbelief, the crowds, the flowers, the emotions and The Queue. There will never be another one like it. Amid the grandeur, it was good to hear that simple services were going on around the country. Ray …
as well as a time for changes! if you feel you can offer to help the club by taking on any roles, however small, please let us know. Many hands make light work. Most of us have skills from current or pre-retirement employment that can be put to good use to keep the Club moving …
Picking up every now and again on the clips of HM Queen Elizabeth’s Coffin lying in state and the long long queues makes me well up every time. Goodness knows how King Charles and the other members of the Royal family are really feeling. What a display of a mark of respect for a remarkable …
As mentioned last week, on Sunday 18th September, we are hosting the South Middlesex Competition Finals at the Club. We could do with a few more pairs of hands to welcome the players, serve teas and coffees and prepare the Ploughman’s Lunches for the competitors. Norman, Jean, Steve & Tricia are playing in two finals …
As expected Cambridge Park hoisted their flag to half mast yesterday morning , thanks to Sarah & Norman. It is actually a third rather than a half. This morning the flag was raised to full mast (thanks, Sarah) and will remain so until 13:00 tomorrow, Sunday, in accordance with government guidelines during an Accession to …
The AGM for Cambridge Park Bowling & Sports Club Ltd including the Indoor and Outdoor Clubs will be held on Thursday 29th September at 2.00 pm at the Club. We have a brilliant club but it needs your help to spread the tasks that are required to keep it running smoothly, working together to make …
As a mark of respect following the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth yesterday, the club will be closed today, Friday, and re-open on Monday. A new date will be found for the Finals. Thank you.
What terribly sad news to hear that Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth has passed away. What an amazing life she has led. You cannot fault her commitment to her duty to the country and its people. We may not have known her personally, but she has always been there. For many, she has been the ‘constant’ …
Today Sandra Williamson-Mills played Annalisa from Lincs in the Ladies SIngles Championship. Annalisa was hot footing from her Fours win on Tuesday and her experience managed to get the win over Sandra. Annalisa’s run ended in the last 16. On another green, the Paddington chaps were playing the Senior Fours. They got off to a …
Thanks to everyone who send messages of good luck and support yesterday. I managed to beat my opponent from Leicestershire to reach the last 32. my second match was v Morgan Merryweather from Isle of Bohemia (yes it is in the UK – Berkshire to be precise). mirgan started strongly so I was on catch …
Well done to Tina, Ann, Cathy & Nadine who made it through the quarter-finals of the National Fours yesterday. They came up against a very strong Oxon team who are probably the favourites, but as “it’s all in the day”, you never know what will happen! Terri Watkinson (Bush Hill Park) and Dawn start their …
Great shot of the Cambridge Park team who played the Chelsea Pensioners on Wednesday. I gather that not only the bowls match was good but the post match refreshments were bountiful!
From Jane: We’ve taken another booking for the film crew on Thursday Sept.8th. They will be using the dining room, both changing rooms, and half the car park from 8am till 10pm. Members won’t have access to these areas for the day. Actual play on the greens is fine but those wanting to play should get …
This afternoon our four girls represented Middlesex in the National Fours Championships and they won their first round! They’re good. We know they’re good. Bowlers don’t get to enjoy the excitement and adrenaline at Leamington unless they’re good! And it’s a real honour to represent your County at the National Championships Well done on sending …
Just a reminder that lawn bowls is being featured on the Hobby Man tonight at 8.00 pm (or Channel 4 +1 at 9.00 pm!) Take a look!
Hopefully the weather will still be kind to us at the end of the month as the Men battle it out against the Ladies on Saturday 24th August starting at 1:30 pm. The slightly earlier start allows us to complete the match with refreshments before it gets too dark for people to drive home I’ll …
Good luck to Megan Hunt from West Ealing in the Junior Singles at Leamington. Her first opponent is from Bucks. Further up the age range, Hannah Hollis & Sue Apperly from Bush Hill Park, having won their Regional Final, face Yorkshire this morning the Over 55 Senior Pairs. The Middlesex Executive will be dashing between …
Well done to all the competitors. The semi finals have nearly all been completed with some results being – Anthony & Peter in the Men’s Championship, Cathy facing either Sarah or Ange in the Ladies Championship; Steve & Norman through in the Men’s Pairs v Kevin C & Peter(?); Ann & Cathy play Sarah & …
We’ve got the dates through for the National Inter Club competitions. So, if you’re keen to get play in these sorts of matches, get the dates in your diary as well as the afternoon of Saturday 9th October as we’ll have a try out of possible men’s v possible ladies teams. Except for the Top …
The draw has been done for the 75 Shot competition but Brian and should be up at the Club tonight – Friday. Please be there for 10:00 am unless you have been told otherwise. For those of you not participating in the bowling, the BBQ starts at midday until about 14:00. If you haven’t signed …
After a nip-and-tuck nail-biter, Hannah, Sue & Gerry from Bush Hill Park won their first match 13-12 putting them into the last 16 of the National Triples. They face Hertfordshire’s Welwyn & District team this morning. We wish them another round of success! Sadly the Ashford boys didn’t make it through their first round but …
It is real rain in buckets, cats and dogs and/or stair rods and would appear like putting up two fingers to the hosepipe ban imposed yesterday ! Watch out if you’re a pedestrian. Some of those watery bits in the road are very deep and you could get soaked by a passing car. Watch out …
Bit slow posting today Good luck to the team this afternoon. Tony, Corinne, Karen, Ange, Tricia, Barry & Teresa, George and Shaf. Looks pretty good bowls out there. Think we’re still one or two short for the friendly this Saturday v Hurlingham Park
Many of you will remember Rita Wadge with great fondness. Her daughter, Sharon, used to live in Greece and, like Rita, is animal crackers! Well, Sharon has written her first novel. it is available from Amazon in paperback and Kindle format. It has very good reviews and now the nights are beginning to draw in, …
Channel 4 is starting a four-part series tonight with Alex Brooker as he goes around the country with a ‘mate’ trying out various new hobbies – three per programme. It should be a lot of fun and Alex is a tough chap – remember the series when he did the training to swim the channel. …
Ann and Archie Dale are celebrating their Diamond Wedding Anniversary today. 60 years together. Fantastic! We hope you have a lovely day and get spoiled by your family!
That may be true, but it was certainly a welcome visitor to West London last night. Almost proper rain! Anyone go out singing in it?! The plants in pots still needed watering this morning but I’m sure that shower would have been good for the green and surrounding area. Many of you are green fingered …
Unfortunately there weren’t enough Ladies for the Bishop Duppas match for Tuesday so it has been cancelled. Apologies if you were looking forward to it. This does leave rinks available for those club competitions that need playing! Tina & Ashley won the Regional Quarter Final yesterday but sadly went down to a strong pair …
No doubt well on their way to Essex County Bowls Club now, Ashley and Tina start off in the last 32 in the country this morning and hopefully will progress through to the last 16 this afternoon. First match is against Jane Cockrill & partner from Caister, Norfolk. The winners will play the winners of …
A very successful Middlesex Ladies Finals Day in searing heat yesterday. On the Cambridge Park front, there were wins for Cathy T in Over 55 Singles and Over 55 Pairs with Tina, who also won the Benevolent Triples with Frances Donohue and sub Dawn Slaughter. Congratulations also to Sarah & Lucy who, after losing the Benevolent …
Unfortunately, the following fixtures (which were originally South Middlesex Leagues) have been cancelled. Sunday 14th August v Fordbridge Park – Too hot. Phew! Tuesday 18th v Bishop Duppas Saturday 3rd September v Stanwell
On Saturday we are hosting the Middlesex Ladies Finals for competitions whose winners don’t qualify for any National Finals. Unbadged Singles, Over 55 Singles, Over 55 Pairs, Benevolent Triples and Champion of Champions all feature. Tina & Cathy feature in the Over 55 Pairs ; Tina, Sarah, Lucy, Tricia ( and Dawn subbing) play the …
It is a beautiful summer evening with the sun bathing the surrounds of the green in warm, peaceful sunlight. half a dozen of us are watching a Club Singles between Kevin Conway and Anthony Headland. It was neck and neck for the first 14 ends with Anthony sneaking ahead for the first time 8-7. 15 …
We’re looking forward to playing the London Welsh this afternoon at the Club. Teams: Scott, joan & Norman Ray, Margaret & Tony O’B Karen, Bernard & Gordon Captain: Norman Reserves: Linda, Roy, Ranjani, Shaf & George Good luck, play well and enjoy the singing!
Alas, the curtains came down on our Top Club adventure when we lost to Gerrard’s Cross ladies who played better than us on the night. Ange & Jean had a terrific win the Pairs. Tina, Audrey, Nadine & Cathy only lost by 2 shots. Sarah, Lucy & Tricia gave it all they got and even …
Tonight we head to Ladygate for the National Top Club last 32 v Gerrard’s Cross. A bit of juggling with the team as Ann is away but we’re still a strong side. Singles: Dawn Pairs: Ange & Jean Triples: Sarah, Tricia & Lucy Fours: Tina, Audrey, Nadine & Cathy Wr’d love your support if you …
Tina is a busy girl. She had a great win in the final 32 of the National Senior Singles yesterday, then went down 19-21 in the last 16. Mike reported it was a real nailbiter! Tina said she just had to knock her opponents bowl off the jack on (what turned out to be) the …
Good luck to Tina Cooper and Dave Pitt as they enter into the Regional semi finals (the top 32 in the country) of their respective National Senior Singles representing Middlesex. The neutral green is St Neots, so not exactly close for a band of supporters to go along unfortunately. Tina plays at 10:00 against Cynthia …
Sign up sheets for 75 Shots Competition and the BBQ are on the noticeboard (not on the website).
Yesterday Dave became the 2022 Middlesex Singles Champion. Congratulations! A report from Tony Waller when Dave was 16-8 up. “Pitt puts his first bowl one foot from the jack and follows up with his other three inside it” Oh wouldn’t it be lovely if we could all do that?! At CP, the Springfield match on …
Good luck to everyone playing today v Springfield and tomorrow v London Civil Service. Some of us are lucky enough to be in Leamington to watch the Commonwealth Games bowls today and cricket in Edgbaston tonight. Looks like it will be another good sunny day for everyone playing and watching! Come on Cambridge Park and …
Well done to all the girls that played in the Top Club tonight v Grovelands. A 3-1 win. Only Dawn failed to win and was outbowled. 9-21. Fantastic win for the Fours 29-9; a tight game for the Triples 14-12; and a comfortable win for the Pairs 24-18. Many thanks to Brentham for hosting us …
The Ladies are playing Grovelands in the Middlesex Final of National Top Club Competition. A win tonight would put us into the last 32 in the country, which hasn’t happened for a long time. 5.30 pm start at Brentham BC (neutral green). Supporters very welcome but, if you can’t make it, please keep your fingers …
Tina Cooper & Ashley Tanner, having dispatched Ange & Dave, Kevin & Lucy and Dawn & Paul from the Middlesex Area Mixed Pairs have now beaten the Paddington Pair in the Area Final and head off to Essex County to play the winners from Caister-on-Sea, Norfolk in the final 32 in the country. Brilliant result …
… or rather on the bowls greens! It kicked off with the Middlesex Ladies Fours Final at Bush Hill Park, Tina, Corale, Nadine & Cathy whooshed off at the start to 13-1 before North London realised they could bowl on this rink and set to it! They pulled right back up and towards the end …
Good luck to everyone playing in the Middlesex Finals today, especially Nadine, Cathy, Tina & Corale playing this morning. Poor Ann H is still testing positive this morning so has had to drop out of the Fours. So disappointing for her and the first finals day missed for years. Keep your fingers crossed for me …
You may not know, but our web host is John Quinn from Bowls Central. John is a very highly qualified and highly respected green keeper and has an article in Bowls International every month alerting green keepers to what to look out for from ‘localised dry patches’ to ‘wetting agents’ to ‘top soil’, ‘sand’ and …
Tina won her Middlesex Area Senior singles Final 21-11 over Hannah Hollis from Bush Hill Park. This puts her into the Regional Quarter finals v the winner of Essex South on 5th August (venue to be announced) and hopefully off to the National Finals at Leamington Spa Fantastic achievement!
A glorious morning and not too hot and the pollen forecast has gone down to medium Good news for many people! This morning, Sarah & Lucy are playing their Middlesex Over 55 Pairs against Ann Bamber & Partner – match rescheduled because it was due to be played on the day the temperatures were heading …
What an odd week. Temperatures through the roof on Monday and Tuesday down to almost feeling chilly this morning. Still don’t worry, it’s going back up to 23-25 C over the weekend which is very pleasant! Alas, Sarah & Lucy beat the heat but not the opposition on Wednesday morning. They reported it was …
Sarah & Lucy play their Middlesex Area Final of the Senior Pairs at West Ealing starting at 9.30 am this morning v Sue Apperly & Hannah Hollis from Bush Hill Park. Good luck! Supporters welcome. Take your own water. Steve, Norman, Mike & Laurence didn’t manage to beat the heat or the dark last night …
Steve, Norman, Mike & Laurence will be playing the semi-final of the Middlesex Men’s Senior Fours on Tuesday at 6.45 pm at Paddington BC. They would love your support if you can stay cool and get there – Castellain Road, Maida Vale, W9 1HQ Good luck chaps! You can do it!
… we certainly can’t can-can! Phew it’s hot and we haven’t even reached Tuesday yet. How are you doing? Melting into a puddle? Alas, Saturday wasn’t Nadine’s day and she went out in the quarter final of the Middlesex Singles to Sandra who went on to beat Isobel from Bishop Duppas in the semi-final. …
Nadine has reached the quarter-final of the Middlesex Ladies Singles and will be playing Sandra Williamson-Mills (Grovelands) this morning at West Ealing. Other ties are Sue Butcher (West Ealing) v Isobel Morton (Bishop Duppas); Tonia Gann (Brentham) v Kembra Healey (Paddington) and Terri Watkinson (Bush Hill Park) v Kate Tidey (Harefield). the Unbadged Quarter-Finals and …
Did anyone see the Buck Moon tonight? It is supposed to be the night when the stags are roaring and engaging in rutting to gain their superiority in the pack/herd. Another bit of trivia for you! The National Mixed Fours match at West Ealing was a battle and a game of two halves. Paul & …
If it wasn’t hot enough yesterday, the temperature is creeping up again today. As a result, the ladies match v Bishop Duppas has been cancelled this afternoon Please ensure you have plenty of water to drink. Your body will absorb it so the usual thought of “Where’s the nearest loo?” when you go out won’t …
The Middlesex girls made a good start v Isle of Wight but then the visitors started closing the gap and by about the 14th end, there were only about two shots in it across the board, then all became equal. On 21st end, an unlucky bowl from the opposition knocked their nearest bowl out of …
Belated Happy Birthday to Gym for Saturday and Happy Significant Birthday to Mike Cooper today! Enjoy the celebrations!
Cambridge Park hosts the Walker Cup (inter county double rink competition) between Middlesex and the Isle of Wight today Sunday 10th. Play starts at 12:30 and supporters and spectators are very welcome. Plenty of suncream, hats and water are essential as it’s expected to hit 30C today. The bar will be open for soft and …
The day started cloudy but at a pleasant temperature but, by the time we reached Brentham, the sun was out in all its glory and the temperature shot up! A real team effort across the rinks resulted in: Singles – Dawn v Tonia: 21-10 Pairs – Ange & Ann v Mary & Pat: 18-16 (and …
Congratulations to the Senior Fours – Norman, Steve G, Mike C & Laurence who won their quarter-final match v Brentham last night. More details on semi-final to follow when known. This morning Steve P has been asked to be at West Ealing at 9:30 for the Unbadged Quarter Finals but we’re not sure who he’s …
Firstly congratulations to Sarah & Lucy on their win this week against Elaine & partner from Hurlingham Park. They whizzed off the starting line to 12-0 then the HP duo crawled back up to 13-13. Sarah & Lucy moved into top gear to win 24-14. They now face Hannah & Sue from Bush Hill Park …
When you prepare to deliver your bowl, check that the little dot is on the inside as this will prevent you bowling bias! I mention no names , but a little bird chirruped on my WhatsApp last night!!
Four triples will be out on the green this Wednesday afternoon whilst the sun will be shining overhead. (Subtle hint re suncream application!) Karen, George & Norman Scott, Corale & Teresa Bernard, Tricia & Barry F Ray V, Alasdair & Joan Good luck to everyone and keep hydrated!
On Monday night, Tina & Cathy won their O55’s Middlesex Ladies Pairs v girls from Bishop Duppas by 32-10; Sarah & Jean, who kindly came in for Lucy while she is still recuparating Beat Marion & Carole from Ashfor by 19-12. Teresa should be playing Ann Bamber in this competition as well, but I haven’t …
In the R&B League match we put up two rinks instead of three. I believe Teddington were also finding it difficult to put out a team on Saturday. 20-20 on one rink and 24-25 on the other. I won’t mention the 6 that was dropped on the 19th end. Oops. It’s happened before and it …
Ann H, Audrey, Janice & Dawn head over to Hendon this morning to compete in the final 16 of the Middlesex Two Bowl Singles. The rounds go up to and include the semi finals, with the finalists having a couple of weeks to wait to battle it out on the main Middlesex Ladies Finals Day …
Congratulations to our girls – Ann, Jean, Nadine, Sarah, Tina, Tricia, Cathy and Dawn who had a convincing win over North London in the Middlesex Ladies Double Rink Final yesterday. Jean’s opposition got off to a good start being 6-0 up after 4 ends and only scored 3 more shots after that with our girls …
Sarah, Tricia, Nadine & Jean and Tina, Dawn, Cathy & Ann are representing the Club in the Middlesex Double Rink Final at West Ealing this morning. Play starts at 10:00 and we would love some supporters. We have very tough opposition from North London BC. Alas, Lucy is too poorly to play which is a …
Along with the Friday Night League and Fish & Chips for those who’ve ordered them, Lucy & Kevin L play Tina & Ashley in the National Mixed Pairs starting around 6.00 pm. That will be a match worth watching! The match will either be on Rink 2 or 4 if the league teams could leave …
Steve & Norman had a really close Senior Pairs at West Ealing. The heads were good and tight. The boys went into the final end just 2 shots down. Norman held shot but Steve couldn’t quite get his bowl to bend enough, neither could John Carey get the weight to remove the bowl. Thus it …
Steve G & Norman take on John Carey & Scottish Stan in the Middlesex area Semifinal of the National Over 55’s Pairs tonight at West Ealing. Play starts around 6.00 pm. Supporters welcome! On Friday evening, Lucy & Kevin L play Tina & Ashley H in the National Mixed Pairs. The victors play the winners …
Just bumped into Ann Barrett at West Ealing enjoying her first trip out at the club for 5 months. She said to say hello to everyone there and wishes everyone well i their remaining comps. If she can get a lift down to the Double Rink Final at West Ealing next Saturday and/or the Walker …
Cambridge Park are hosting the Walker Cup match between Middlesex & Isle of Wight on Sunday 10th July. Play starts at 12 noon and supporters will be very welcome. The team, who will be wearing the new Middlesex county kit (whoopee!), are Janine Bancroft (West Ealing), Nadine Mullins, Cathy Taylor & Ann Halliday (Cambridge Park; …
For those of you who remember Pat White, a former President of Middlesex who played out of West Ealing, we heard that she passed away on Tuesday. There are no more details regarding the funeral but Jacquie E will post the details on the Middlesex Ladies section of the County website for anyone who would …
Firstly, we’ll done to our SML team who drew 2-2 on rinks with Hampton yesterday. Unfortunately, the shot difference was not in our favour so Kevin K’s Hampton team took the win. On to Saturday. We are hosting the Middlesex Ladies Pairs quarter and semi finals at the Club. Play starts at 10:00 and …
Good luck to everyone playing this afternoon … Audrey, Alasdair, Andrew, Bernard, Joan, Gym, Shaf, Karen, Tony, Scott, Stella K & Gordon, with Ray & Roy on the subs bench 2.30 pm start for anyone wanting to go along and watch.
After the County match v Staines last Wednesday, Sarah was awarded her Middlesex Colts’ Badge by Dee Hardy. I believe Sarah gets the full County Badge quite soon. Congratulations, Sarah, you have definitely earned the award. Sarah & Lucy were in action on Sunday morning in the National Ladies Pairs v Tricia & Dawn. It …
Hi, Norman, May I thank you, on behalf of Middlesex, for volunteering Cambridge Park facilities to Bowls England for their promotional filming day. Thanks also go to all the Cambridge Park members who turned up and were a great backdrop and possible part of the montage of photos that will be on BE’s social media …
Good luck to Ann, Cathy & Nadine in the quarter finals of the Middlesex Ladies Triples tomorrow at North London BC. They play Sue Apperly & team from Bush Hill Park. Other club teams are Mandy Simpson (Ladygate) who plays Joan Kirk (Hurlingham Park); Ann Middleton (Milll Hill) v Lisa Hanby (North London) ; and …
Disappointing for both the men’s and adies’ teams today with each of our teams only winning one rink (Well done to Gillian Taylor, Nadine, Sue Apperley & Cathy on the ladies side.) It would appear that both greens that were played on today were tricky with multiple green or brown patches, making the weight really …
There was further news about today … So, get your bright summer clothes and suncream on, bring your friends and neighbours and come on down to the Club today. Non members and visitors very welcome!
Some exciting news! Bowls England will be coming down to the Club tomorrow (Friday) to do some filming. Please could as many of you come down whether you’re playing or just watching. Wear bright casual clothes bearing in mind, it will be very hot. (Swimsuits would be going a bit too far!) Dig out those …
In case you hadn’t spotted them yet (although some of you have), the draws for the Club Competitions are up on the noticeboard. Well done to Brian Curwood for all the effort he’s put in to the comps. Please support him by playing your games by the deadlines! Good to see Roy E & …
Happy Birthday to Cathy for today. We hope you have a lovely day!
Following the Middlesex Ladies Two-Bowl early rounds yesterday, four of our ‘girls’ have made it through to the final 16 of the competition. Congratulations to Ann H, Audrey, Janice and Dawn who all made it to the next stage on Sunday 3rd July at Hendon. Cathy, Karen & Ange went out in the first round …
Happy Birthday, Gerry! We hope you enjoyed your lunch yesterday and look forward to seeing you at Cambridge Park soon! With love from all of us.
This morning, several of the girls will be at the Middlesex Two Bowls Singles comp for Areas 3&4 at Hayes B C. At home, starting at 10:00 am, two Mixed Fours will be playing Bishop Duppas the the Tony Alcock Trophy at C P. supporters and spectators welcome at both venues. And finally, Belated Happy …
Congratulations to the ladies who won the semi-final of the Middlesex Double Rink yesterday. They play North London in the Final at West Ealing on 2nd July. Supporters welcome.
Today, our ladies are out in force again v Winchmore Hill in the Middlesex Ladies Double Rink. Our home side play at 10:00 and the away team at midday. Odd, but permissible under the rules. This afternoon, the club have a team heading off to Sunbury for the South Middlesex League. Play starts there at …
There were wins for Lucy & Kevin as well as Dawn & Paul C in the National Mixed Pairs and a win for our Ladies in the National Top Club this weekend. Well done! However I think the biggest triumph was the brilliant concert from Buckingham Palace which started with that wonderful tea party with …
Sarah, Tricia & Lucy will be battling out v Ann, Cathy & Nadine (think that’s right!) this afternoon at 4.00 pm. It will be a good game to watch if anyone wants to be out in the sunshine.
Pinch, punch, first of the month. White rabbits. Flamin’ June! Seems to be a pretty chilly and damp start to the month! This afternoon, we take on Staines in another South Middlesex League match. Thanks to everyone who signed up. Have a great game and I hope to post very positive news tomorrow!
A good game in the National Mixed Fours last night in pretty heavy rain with a good win for Andy H, Teresa, Ange & Dave P v Sarah, Dawn, Gym & Kevin L. Good luck to them in the next round against Kerry’s team from Ashford. Well done to Norman who yet again was on …
We drew! We’ll sort of! It was 2-2 on rinks but Hampton won the extra points because the overall shot score was 68-66 in their favour! it was a good afternoon albeit in a chilly wind and we were well looked after by Kevin K and his merry men and women! Norman, Jean, Steve …
We managed a win yesterday against Bury Lodge in the Middlesex Double Rink. The home team of Sarah, Lucy, Nadine & Jean seemed to be ahead right from the start, unlike Dawn, Ange, Cathy & Ann who just couldn’t quite get it and when we were holding 6, the opposing skip crept in off a …
Happy birthday Kevin L and good luck to him and the other Middlesex chaps in the Home Counties v Hampshire today. They’re playing at Bannister Park and hoping to win in they way they did last Saturday!
Good luck to Laurence as he attempts the Ride London-Essex 100 Mile Bike Ride. The charity for which he is collecting is Prostate Cancer. If you feel you could give Prostate Cancer a bit of a boost and Laurence’s legs a bit of a spur on to complete the course, the link is here https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/2022-ridelondon-8218 …
… at the really pretty hanging baskets along the front of the clubhouse. Many thanks to Margaret Barnes for yet again producing a lovely show which will be even lovelier as the next weeks go along. Thanks Margaret.
Its the start of the Middlesex Men’s competitions tonight with the Men’s Triples for Steve, Norman and …. wait for it …. Mike Cooper but they didn’t play after all as the opposition couldn’t get a team together! It’s a high pollen day today, so don’t forget your antihistamines before you leave the house. and …
Another week whizzing by and it’s been busy with one thing and another. Wins in the Ladies Triples for Ann H And Sarah’s teams putting them on opposing sides next Thursday nd June. Both Sarah and Ann’s Fours are through in the Fours having played their ties early. Fortunately they do not meet each other …
Good news on the Ladies’ Pairs front. Sarah & Lucy had, what they describe as ‘a scrappy’ game but managed a win Ann H & Cathy also won. The roving reporter (ie on the next rink) reported that Janice & Marie were 0-11 when she arrived. Managed to pull back to 18-18 and on the …
Happy Birthday to Ray V and Brian C for today! Beated Happy Birthday to Ann H for yesterday and advance Happy Birthday to Norman for Monday; Ange and twin Susie on Tuesday; and Kevin L next weekend!
Of course it will be friendly this afternoon but the Middlesex Ladies (well represented by Cambridge Park badged players) will be going out guns a-blazing v the Middlesex Men! We’re anticipating a good match, excellent bowling and a great amount of banter between our endeavours to get a win! The bar will be open so …
Despite it being their Centenary year, and although it was friendly in the true meaning of the word, we managed to clock up a 2.5-1.5 set win in the R&B League yesterday. Along with their usual warm welcome, we were treated to a selection of songs by members of the London Welsh Male Voice Choir …
Good luck to Kevin L and the other members of the Middlesex Home Counties team playing this morning at Ladygate v Bucks. Good luck to our team too as we play Mid Surrey away at Old Deer Park in the Richmond & Barnes League this afternoon. The Friday league went well last night and the …
Well done to Audrey who was presented with her County Badge by Maureen Lawford after the game by Framlingham Castle yesterday. Congratulations also to Christine Macleod from Brentham, who was presented with her Colt’s Badge . Further congratulations to Norman & Steve who won their Senior Men’s Pairs. A good day on all accounts!
There will be a great National Senior Pairs at lunchtime today in the sunshine and the bar will be open for those wishing to enjoy a drink whilst watching bowls. Steve & Norman take on Kevin K & Richard D(?) in the first round. Mixed Pairs Results with first round or second round wins for …
From David Hale … On Monday 16th May, the Cambridge Park ‘NPL’ afternoon League started. We got off to a good start, with 8 teams from various clubs participating. The weather was largely fine, with just a small interruption for a 5 minute shower. The green played well, particularly for this stage in the season. When …
Congratulations to Teddington who got the best of us yesterday in the rain at Cambridge Park. They coped better than we did but we hope to redress the balance when we play them again both in the R&B League as well as the South Middlesex League. Top rink was a draw for Gym, Gordon, Tricia …
The updated Fixture List is on the Calendar page. Hard copies will be up on the noticeboard on Monday evening. Match sign up sheets for June will also be on the Board on Monday evening. Well done to Ray V for all his work on this. Thanks.
We had a good afternoon yesterday but lost to Ashford who put out a very strong side, full of County players. None of their ladies made it into their team. Well done to Scott, Stella K, Lucy & Norman who had a neck-and-neck game all the way through and came out with a 2 shot …
Norman was in the top and only winning rink when Middlesex played Bucks yesterday at West Ealing. After the match, Norman was awarded his full County Badge along with Keith Urzell from Bishop Duppas. Congratulations to both!
Unfortunately our first South Middlesex League match this afternoon had to be cancelled as we didn’t have enough players. Our ladies will be out in force in the first round of the Middlesex Ladies Pairs this afternoon and evening. Good luck and play well. The weather should have been better than it was for the …
Lots of May birthdays so best wishes to Jacquie, Marie, Ray, Ann H, Ange & Dawn – for a start. We hope that those of you have had your birthdays had a good day and those awaiting the day with eager excitement that it will be all that you hope for.
… to all the ladies playing the first round of the Middlesex Fours competition today.
Second week of the outdoor season and the National Competitions have started already and all against Ashford teams! Wins in the Mixed Pairs for Jean & Norman (23-9); by 4 shots, Ange & Dave P; and Sarah, Gym, Kevin L & Dawn in the Mixed Fours (16-15). Good luck in the second rounds. With the …
Chris Young will be at Cambridge Park from 11.00 to 2.00 pm today with his Bowlswear Direct Roadshow. You might need a new pair of shoes, look at some sample bowls, buy some more chalf, gloves, measures etc. so come along have a look while the Roadshow is Directly on our doorstep! The MIddlsesex …
The Friday night league starts tonight and how wonderful is that it’s going to be warm! I believe the caterers will be there to cook fish and chips too Well done to Brian C for all the organisation. David H has organised the Monday afternoon league which starts on 13th May. Many thanks to both …
Norman is organising some helpers for Sunday – to welcome the Middlesex ladies and any guests who may like bacon rolls and teas/coffees throughout the morning. There should be around 59-60 people at the club so friendly faces and a good pair of hands would be greatly appreciated. Please could you let Norman know if …
…. whether you’re out for coffee, playing the piano, running a marathon or playing in the Mixed Friendly v Hurlingham Club at CP this afternoon at 2.30 pm! Good luck to Ray and the team.
Thanks to Mel via Sarah from the coaching course for the warming up and stretching exercises we can all do even before we step on the green. Warm Up and Cool Down__ Exercises Give them a go. If there’s anything you don’t understand, please ask Sarah, Scott or Dave P and they will explain.
The green will be closed all of Monday morning as Trevor is getting on with the maintenance repairs from the dastardly Mr Fox’s digging! We’ll have a roll up 2.00 pm – 4.30 pm, so if you haven’t dusted your outdoor bowls off yet, please do so and come along and join us!
We were sorry to hear that Kim Webb, who did our indoor season catering for many years, passed away yesterday. Our sympathies go out to Kerry, Martin & Ellie Payne at this sad time.
I know you all know it’s polling day, but newer members may be unaware that the Clubhouse is used as a local polling station. If you’re intending to have a roll up – which would be a good show case for bowls and the club – please only use the main door and changing room …
But don’t be deceived, it’s chilly out there! If you’re coming to the roll up at 11.00 am this mornng, make sure you’re warm. Traffic around Twickenham will be busy all day as it’s the Army & Navy annual match. This afternoon I’m putting the entries in for the Middlesex Indoor Competitions for 2022/23, so …
Congratulations to Kevin Liffen who has been selected for the upcoming Home Counties Middlesex v Bucks match on 21st May. In 2021 Kevin was selected for his first Home Counties game then tested positive for Covid on the morning of the match, so missed out. We’ve got everything crossed for him this time and wish …
Because of the rugby at Twickenham and other events, I’m cancelling this Saturday afternoon’s roll up. If anyone would like to roll up from 11:00-1.00 on Saturday then please come and join me.
Gooooooooo! We have started playing outdoors now with our first match on Sunday 1st May v Masonians at home. Just need 5 more players. There are outdoor roll ups today and Friday from 10.00-12.00, Thursday evening at 6.00 pm. If the traffic from the rugby is putting you off on Saturday afternoon, we can …
A great time was had by all who came along on Saturday afternoon. The sun shone down, the birds were singing the green was pretty good once we all got the hang of less green and a lot more weight than indoors! Good to see Mike C, Ron B & Graham K spectating for all …
Hope you have a lovely day! (Photo from 2021 birthday!)
I think most of you will have received your subs invoices by now. If you haven’t please speak to Ange. The best option for paying is direct from your bank account to the Cambridge Bowling & Sports Club bank account. Details on your invoice. Use the invoice number as the reference. Second best option is …
Well done to Margaret Barnes. She’s been clicking those knitting needles together and raised a cluck of chicks …. all in a goodcause – The Ukraine Red Cross Appeal. Thanks to everyone who supported Margaret’s hard work. Brilliant! Good luck to everyone who will benefit too.
I hope you don’t come across any dragons today. Outdoor roll up this afternoon starting at 2.00 pm. Make sure you have a warm top on. It doesn’t look as if it will rain, but the windchill will make it feel about 12C. There are crumpets for afters or maybe Crumpet singular if there are …
Get your fleeces and waterproof jackets out! Will it deter us? You can bet your bottom dollar it won’t! New members welcome too if you suffer from tree pollen, you’ll need antihistamines today as the count is high. For those not bowling today, come along for a roll up tomorrow starting at 2.00 pm
Weather looks ok-ish for Saturday 23rd, so if any of you want to get your outdoor bowling arm going, we’ll have a roll up from 2.00 pm. You’ll probably need a fleece and maybe a jacket but we can warm up with a hot drink or beer afterwards. I won’t put a sign up sheet …
Trevor is happy for us to bowl outside from this Friday 22/04. Please do not use Rinks 1&6 as the fox seems to prefer those so Trevor is busy repairing the damage Roll ups will be as usual on weekday mornings . The Friday Leagues will start on 6th May I’ll find out the start …
Just to let you know we still do not have a confirmed date for opening the outdoor green. I will post the date as soon as Trevor has given the go-ahead (I know we’re all itching to get out there ASAP and before we get cold weather again!) Thanks Dawn
Please get your bowls to the Club today, in a box/bag and marked clearly with your name. Or contact Ange if you’re going to drop them round to her house. They are intending to go to Pershore on Wednesday 20th April. Thanks
Now before all your cricket fans out there get your eyes and ears open and alert, I am in fact referring to Melbourne, Australia, where Steven K started a new job and he and his family moved out there just before hte start of our indoor season. He writes:_ It’s been a Fantastic Summer season. …
The Club is closed today but will be open for the Monday Roll up tomorrow. We hope you all enjoy your day in the sunshine and your Easter eggs don’t melt!
Dear Members, As you are all well aware, the costs of Utility bills are going to increase considerably (50% +!) over the next twelve months. At our last Board meeting (all Board minutes are on the Board site by the rink lights cupboard) we considered a variety of options with regards absorbing these costs. These …
The May match sign up sheets will be on the noticeboard today. There will also be 25 copies of the Outdoor Fixture list as it stands on 13 April. Of course, there may be some odd tweaks. If anyone spots anything amiss on the sign up sheets, please let me know! Thanks PS The …
They say it’s going to be 17 C today. This is good news and means we’re looking forward to starting outdoors. Hopefully we’ll get the date for when the green opens very soon as we have both friendly and competition matches at the beginning of May and the Friday Leagues will be starting. Here are …
Well done to Kevin and his band of merry men and girls who had a great match with Iver Heath yesterday afternoon. The CP team came out on top with a 95-59 win. We had a few drop out during the week so, with some of us out at Middlesex Finals and others succumbing to …
Congratulations to Ange on a cracking win in the Middlesex Indoor Singles. She was on fire but alas, Angela Frankland, couldn’t find the green for love nor money and only crept onto the scoreboard when 0-17 down. Congratulations to Dave Pitt who won the Men’s SIngles and went on to win the other three finals …
Good luck to everyone playing today, whether it be in the Club match v Iver Heath or in the Middlesex County Indoor Finals. Enjoy. Oh, and don’t be fooled by the early morning absolutely glorious sunshine. It’s only 2C at the moment. Hopefully rising to 10C later on. For those of you and your family …
Unfortunately Dave, John & Ray lost their semi-final yesterday to Folkestone, who went on to take the Over 50s Triples title. However, they will be back in action with added Eldred in the Middlesex County Indoor Finals tomorrow at Century. Also there will be Ange defending her singles title, Ange, Peter, Ian & Dawn contesting …
After their warm up against our lads on Monday night (!), Dave Pitt, John Donoghue and Ray SNellings headed off to Nottingham to pay in the final stages of the Over 50’s Triples. They play a team from Folkestone at 09:30 this morning. You can watch the live scoring although not the actual match on …
Well done to Dave Pitt, John Donoghue and Ray Snelling who are in the quarter-finals of the National Over 50’s Triples at Nottingham. They play Riverain at 1:30 today. Although you can’t physically see the game, you can keep an eye on the live scoring on the competition page – Final Stages – of the …
We’re looking forward to welcoming Iver Heath on Saturday starting at 2.00 pm. Teams (unless there are tweaks) Bernard, Ray V, Alasdair & skip Joan Christine, Malcolm, Cliff & skip Kevin K Ranjani, Brenda D, Tony O’B & skip Gym Shaf, Jacqui, Dave W & skip Richard D Reserves: Stella K, Bob & Frances Captain: …
Well it’s not really Pancake Tuesday but the boys might be feeling a bit flat following last night’s Middlesex Fours semi-final. It was 8-8 after 8 ends. Then they were 10-14 after 14 ends but Dave P, John Donaghue, Ray Snelling and Eldred managed to get a couple of 3’s and a 4 and our …
Well done to Competition Organiser Ange, for a successful Saturday. Winners so far: Ladies Challenge Cup: Ann Bamber (Stella Spaulindg Runner-Up) Men’s Challenge Cup: Andy Hawes (Steve Harbud Runner-Up) Two Bowl Singles: Peter Judge (Dave Pitt Runner-Up) Drawn Mixed Triples: Ray Verralls, Lucy Horan & Dave Pitt (Ange Cumine, Scott Cumine & Peter Twells Runners …
From Ann Macey: To all members who bought raffle tickets, a BIG THANK YOU! We raised £626.00 for Cancer Research. 1st: Hamper: Eileen Jolliffe 2nd: Bottle Brandy – Ann Dale 3rd: Bathroom Hamper – Joan O’Neill and multiple other prize winners! Well done to Peter Twells with his bingo calling and to Ange Banger & …
Before we get on to dabbing or dibbing, commiserations to Dave P, Andy K, Ray S & Colin H who were neck and neck against their opponents in the last 16 of the National Over 60s Fours at Nottingham, then fell at the final end. Hounslow were holding two when the opposition number 3 fired …
After my exciting trip of reaching the last 16 of the Two Bowls competition, it is time to hand over the West London baton to Dave Pitt, Andy Knott, Ray Snelling and Colin Harman in the Over 60’s Fours in Nottingham. Their first match is at 09:30 this morning and you can watch the live …
On Wednesday 20th April, Ange & Jacquie E will be heading off to Pershore with bowls that need date stamping. If you would like them to take your bowls, please leave them at the club just before or just after Easter with your name on. The list of fees here:- https://www.pershorebc.co.uk/content.asp?id=4 There is the standard …
No, alas, we don’t have any of our members competing in these championships being held in Montpelier! During the Beijing Winter Olympics we posted a photo of Gerry in his speed-skating days. He met his wife, Doreen, at Richmond Ice Rink where ice dancing was her speciality. This week would have seen their 70th wedding …
Well done to Ann H in the Club Ladies Singles Semi-FInal yesterday. She now plays Teresa in the Final. Congratulations to Dave & Nina (not Joyce) who beat Barry & Teresa to reach the Middlesex Mixed Pairs Final. Also wel played to everyone yesterday afternoon. There was a lot of fun and good bowls on …
Lots of things going on this weekend. This morning sees the Ladies Club Singles Semi-final between Tina & Ann H and, I believe, Barry & Teresa play Dave P & Joyce W in the Middlesex Mixed Pairs Semi Final. This afternoon we have our penultimate mixed friendly club match v Teddington. (Final mixed friendly v …
What a lovely afternoon to welcome the Chelsea Pensioners yesterday. And, what a lovely afternoon for them to greet us with music and marching! Thanks to David Hale for the video. I gather it was a good afternoon but the CP members had the strong advantage of regularly playing indoor bowls. Still that doesn’t stop …
Before Ange zoomed off on a well-deswrved break, she left the schedule for the Finals weekend. We will update with the last few semi-final results at the end of the weekend.
We’re looking forward to seeing The Chelsea Pensioners today (Wednesday 23rd) and a close match, which starts at 2.00 pm. Spectators welcome. The bar will be open all afternoon.
Firstly, a belated Happy Birthday to Jean S! We understand you had a good day with Norman and the family. Yesterday morning, Ange had a great game and won her game comfortably, despite a late surge from Dawn! Andy and Kevin had a good match in the Men’s Challenge Cup with Andy coming out on …
Another week has gone by and the days are getting longer. You don’t need to adjust your clocks until next Saturday night/Sunday morning (also Mother’s Day.) Yesterday there were three semi-finals at the club. Dave P had a slow start against Andy H in the Middlesex Men’s Singles Semi-FInal but eventually came through 21-14. On …
A very tight game on Wednesday afternoon v Egham. 2-2 on rinks (wins for Gym & Laurie’s teams and runners up for Kevin K Pete T’s teams). Well done to all who played. Today, the Middlesex Tourists have come to Falaise IBC. We are a bit earlier than the club expected so are killing time …
Good luck to everyone playing v Egham this afternoon. Next Wednesday, 23rd, the Chelsea Pensioners will be bringing four rinks to play us. There is a sign up sheet on the board, so please put your names up! Middlesex Tourists win by one shot overall yesterday. Apparently, it’s the first time we have had a …
This is what greeted the Middlesex tourists as they flung wide the curtains in Eastbourne this morning! Hope it’s as lovely in Twickenham!
It is beautiful outside today – well so far! It is almost rather chilly but there is a definite hope of spring in the air, which probably also means that the clocks are going to change shortly and we’ll be getting up in the dark again! A couple of results from the weekend… Stella …
It was good to see the green full of club members yesterday morning, all up bright and breezy for the challenges ahead. The teams were very strong across the board so we knew we all had to concentrate very hard if we were going to make it through to the semi-finals in the afternoon. A …
As predicted, it was a very tight game between Steve, Tricia, Tina & Mike against Ange, Dawn, Ian & Peter T last night. The game could have gone either way until Peter T’s four managed to pick up a 5 towards the end of the game, which, as we all know, is really difficult to …
Tonight (Thursday) at 5.00 pm sees the Middlesex Mixed Fours Semi-Final between Tina, Mike, Tricia & Steve v Ange, Dawn, Ian & Peter T. Should be a tight game! Andy H plays Dave Pitt in the semi final of the Middlesex Singles – no date advised as yet. Club competitions are nearly all at semi-final …
The draw for the Open Triples on Saturday is below. (There is rugby on at Twickeham starting at 16:45. Ange will be doing Jacket Potatoes plus fillings following by cake or cheese and biscuits. £5 per person. Visitors also welcome! Please let Ange know by midday on Friday 11th if you would like lunchtime food. …
Well done to everyone who played today. Richmond & Barnes came with two teams from Putney Town, one from Ashford and one from Strawberry Hill. it was a 2-2 draw in rinks , Cambridge Park did have the best overall score. Well done to Karen, Frances, Tony & Dawn for top rink. Our opposition did …
It’s not my want to push myself forward but I was really over the moon to win the Area 11 Final of the National Two Bowl Competition this morning 21-6. This means I’m through to the last 16 in the National Finals event in Nottingham for the first time. Weyhey! I played like a drain …
England are playing Norway now (8.00 am) in the Paralympic Curling round robins. Watch on Channel 4. The schedule for today is here https://www.paralympic.org/beijing-2022/schedule Para Alpine Skiing, Para Ice Hockey and Para Biathlon complete today’s activities.
If you weren’t up at 1.15 am to watch the Open Ceremony from Beijing, head over to Channel 4 at 11.30 am for coverage. I’m sure over the next 9 days, we’ll be amazed by all that can be achieved by many sports people for whom “I can’t” doesn’t exist. If you’re out this morning …
Firstly congratulations to Ange & Dave P who had a win in a very tight game against Laurence & Wolfie in the club Mixed Pairs. Also congratulations to Tina who beat Dawn 21-20 in the Club Singles. If only I’d put my last bowl a yard shorter, I might have done it but Tina clinched …
Well sometimes eyes are alright and sometimes they start failing us. It can happen at any age. My Mum had glaucoma for many, many years and my Dad had Age-Related Macular Degeneration, whilst I’ve had two cataract operations. One of my work colleagues has Macular Degeneration but she’s in her 20’s so it’s certainly not …
Happy to St David’s Day to all our Welsh members and friends. Will you be celebrating locally? What are the traditions? We know about Daffodils, Leeks, Welsh Cakes and Glamorgan Sausages as well as Dylan Thomas, Tom Jones and Cerys Matthews, but what would have been done on this day 40-50 years ago and is …
There were wins for Peter T, Laurence, Andy & Scott this morning in the Fours. There were also wins for Tina and Ange in their respective singles. Alas, Mike & Steve lost to Tim Smith & partner at Century and Peter, Laurence & Bob lost their triples on Thursday night at Herga. In the Club …
Laurence and co are playing in the Middlesex Fours at 10.00 am today. If anyone is around the club area, it’ll be a good game to watch as they take on Mort Mascarenhas’ Four from Herga. Go, go, go …. or rather draw, draw, draw! Yesterday we had a close match, as expected, against …
We’re looking forward to taking on Kevin K and his Hampton team on Saturday morning at 10.00 am. It should be a very competitive match with a considerable amount of banter across the green. (I must remember to bring out the Wrong Bias Certificates! Why have I just thought about that?!) Do pop in …
Thanks to David H for organising and running the club league programme. Here are the results up to 22nd February.
Yet again there are some interesting articles in Bowls International. One this month is by John Rednall, as he reviews the World Bowls Indoor Tournament. Confidence Co-ordination Contrlol Courage Composure Do all those equal a 6th C – Champion? It’s best to read the the article yourselves but it talks of having confidence – when …
Lots of comps coming up with Tina heading off to The Lawns on Friday and Ange to Herga on Saturday playing their Middlesex Singles.. Peter T & Co have the triples and fours this week – one of them on Sunday morning at CP, so pop down and watch. Mike C & Co face Dave …
Words from Eve Muirhead when she and Jen Dodds spoke to Clare Balding on the final BBC2 Beijing Olympics highlight programme. The road to the top is oh, so, so tough. You learn from losing, you wonder whether it’s all worth it or whether you should give up your dream? However, you also learn from …
On Sunday afternoon we welcome Teddington for a mixed friendly. The game starts at 2.00 pm and the bar will be open from 1.00 pm. Spectators are welcome to come inside from the wind and rain, which I believe is forecast! On Saturday, a great day was enjoyed by all at the Club when …
How could we start on time when GBR are playing an extra end for the Olympic Gold Medal in the Curling?! Good to see so many here from afar afield as Wiltshire and Essex as well as closer to home.
The days of hanging a piece of seaweed out of your window to get the weather are long gone. Thanks to technology including GPS systems, the weather forecasts are now much more reliable. Please don’t go out unless you have to. Snuggle down with tea, the Olympics and your favourite films. Of course some will …
GBR have a chance at winning a medal in the Curling as they play USA in the semi-final. They had already made it through to the semi but beat Canada 5-2 this morning. The Ladies are on now (7.00 am) against ROC and are 3-2 up. The girls are playing really well and just have …
I was looking for a workout on YouTube, when this popped up as “recommended for you”. Although it is ‘old’, it was published in April 2021. There are some interesting discussions over technique and delivery from David Bryant, Tony Alcock, Andy Thompson, Ellen Falkner and and Amy Monkton. It’s done in sections, so you don’t …
If you’re awake now (7;00 am), the GBR Men’s team are playing Switzerland and are 3-1 up so far. I think both the men’s and ladie’s teams are lying 3rd in their league round robins. Let’s hope they can capitalise on this and get GBR on the medal table – in whatever colour we can! …
Well done to all those playing today. We had two making their debut – Jacqui L & Karen G – and others playing back end rather than front end. A really good team effort all round. Top Rink were Gym and his girls – Audrey, Jacqui & Ranjani on rink 1. The whole afternoon was …
Newswire: The three T’s are 4-6 over at Camberley after 5 ends in the Area Semi-Final of the Over 50’s Triples. Come on girls! Thanks to Gordon who advised we needed to watch out for roadworks through Twickenham. Corale let us know that there are traffic lights on Richmond Bridge also slowing traffic down. If …
Tina, Tricia & Teresa will be playing the area semi-final of the National Over 50s Triples at Camberley at 10.00 am. and I am sure they would like your support if you’re around the Camberley area . Good luck girls! (There’s a huge flagship M&S nearby to visit post match unless you’re playing against London …
Watch out for any roadworks in the Twickenham area from Saturday (I believe) if you’re coming to the club. You may need to allow extra travel time. We’re looking forward to welcoming London Civil Service on Sunday with another new member making a club match debut – Karen Griffiths. Teams (although we may juggle them …
The Swans are back in Twickenham and the Bushbabies are snuggled up safe and warm, so that’s good! Must dash off to work. Olympics still on the television! Enjoy!
We were a bit bemused last night when the Swans and Bushbabies had taken a night off – maybe looking at a previous schedule. Or maybe the Swans were still celebrating Her Majesty the Queen’s Jubikee down in Windsor whilst the Bushbabies were looking forward to a trip to Australia (with appropriate jabs and visas?! …
Well done to Laurie G & Andy in the Club Pairs. It sounds like a reallygood game between them and Mike & Steve. Haven’t heard from Kevin K yet, wo was playing away at Herga in a Middlesex comp. The Curling Mixed Pairs semi-final is today and the GBR team heard yesterday that they had …
Our England duo seem to be doing really well in the Mixed Curling and it would be good to see them in the semi-final at midday on BBC1. The speed skating reminded me of Gerry – below – in 1950. No sign of head to toe lycra in those days. I am sure the skates …
Various competitions were being played this week, with Club Competition wins for Ange in Ladies Singles, Dave P in Two Bowl Singles, Ann H & Peter J in the drawn Mixed Pairs, Lucy & Kevin L in Mixed Pairs. for a start. Kevin K & Richard D had a marathon on Friday night against Steve …
Well I hope you had more luck watching yesterday’s events. I drew up a blank last night apart from live Ladies Ice Hockey. I can never see the puck so don’t enjoy it so much. Anyway, today the Opening Ceremony plus is on BBC1 at 11.30 am until 2.00 pm. Clare Balding has a round …
We are getting spoilt for sport at the moment. A great start for England in the Winter Olympics even before the games officially start! The ice version of bowls, well sort of! No brushes on our greens please! You can find the first Mixed Pairs match v Sweden on YouTube. (I cllicked the ‘share’ button …
Unfortunately Teddington can’t get a team out this Sunday, but we have two more opportunities to play them this season.
Congratulations to Peter T, Gym, Bob and Peter J who, in various combinations, won their Middlesex Triples v Hounslow (on the last bowl on the final end – wow!) and in the Fours v Century. Well done, chaps. Keep going so we can report more results like these! Alas, the trio went into second place …
From the Bowls England website 28 January 2022 BIRMINGHAM 2022: HERE WE GO! 28th January, 2022 by Rob Short We are thrilled to confirm our Team England squad for the Commonwealth Games later this year. This year’s Games are once in a generation opportunity to increase participation in bowls in this country, using the profile and endeavours …
Today’s question! Wearing a face covering does protect others, that’s a given. Will you continue to wear yours even when you don’t have to? TFL and assorted supermarkets don’t seem to be relaxing their rules although I believe Morrisons are. Would that stop you from shopping there? We have become so accustomed to wearing a …
I’d like to report a semi-final win. Of course I would, but, alas, it was close but no cigars or anything else for that matter! We had a tight game with one or the other only scoring 1 shot each end for the first 2/3 of the match. However, when you’re 12-7 up, it’s not …
In my haste to get the post up yesterday before dashing off to work, I forgot to thank Jane behind the bar and Frances, Lucy, Brenda, Bob and the others who helped after the match on Sunday. Apologies. This week there are assorted club, county and national competition matches going on both at Cambridge Park …
Today the family and friends of Carol Curwood will say their sad goodbyes for a wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother. The service will be at Hanworth Crematorium at 10.50 this morning. A tough day for Brian and the family but there will be opportunities to remember the happy times and days of her life afterwards …
We had a great afternoon with the London Welsh with the usual mixture of tip top shots and some that were to be consigned to the waste bin for ever! We had a 3-1 rink win plus overall shots on the green. London Welsh ran away with the raffle though Lucy did hold CP up …
I hope some of you managed to watch yesterday’s matches from Potters. The Paul Foster v Wayne Willgress game was brilliant! Worthy of a final. Wayne has vocal supporters and they certainly liven the arena up. No chance of a snooze! ‘Tatty’ Marshall who had comfortably dispatched both Nick Brett and Greg Harlow was on …
Today sees the quarter-final and semi-finals of the Club Mixed Drawn Triples 2022. Play starts at 9.30 for the quarter-final and 2.00 pm for the semi-finals. Equally as exciting is the bowls from Potters with the semi-finals of the Under 25 Singles as well as the semi-finals of the Open Singles. Watch on the BBC …
Actually to be more precisem the LONDON Welsh are coming! A full 4 rink match all at Cambridge Park. We are all really looking forward to the match. Please come along and watch. The bowls and banter across the teams will be in full swing and, if we’re lucky, we’ll get serenaded by Luigi after …
After the conclusion of the Ladies’ Match Play Championship yesterday with Katherine Rednall coming away with a win over Alison Merrien, it’s the the boys today to play their quarter finals ramping up to the big match on Sunday afternoon. Morning: (from 10:00am) – on the BBC Red Button/Facebook/YouTube Open Singles – Wayne Willgress vs Mervyn King (9) (Quarter-Final (SQF1)) …
Having delivered a sparkling performance against Paul Foster MBE, Katherine Rednall was not on the same platform against Sandra Bailie yesterday. “It’s all on the day” you cry. How true. Katherine did win comfortably as score levels go, but some ends the heads were like a scattering of marbles. Sandra didn’t have her best game …
I caught up with the Paul Foster MBE/Katherine Jenkins match last night. If you’ve always been told “bowls is a drawing game”, then this was a demonstration of how how true that statement can be and what brilliant play by both bowlers. Catch it on YouTube if you can. Today’s schedule:- Morning: (from 10:00am) on …
There should be a great match on the red button at 10.00 am this morning with Paul Foster MBE plays Katherine Rednall in the Open Singles. After that, matches and highlights on BBC2 from 1.00 – 5.15 pm. Morning: (from 10:00am) – on the red button/YouTube/Facebook Open Singles – Paul Foster MBE (5) vs Katherine Rednall (Round 2 (16) S19) …
Good news for those without Facebook and YouTube as the World Indoor Bowls Championships 2022 will be on the BBC2 untilthe close of the tournament. It’s on the red button from 10.00-11.30 this morning and even more live on BBC2 from 1.00 – 5.15 pm. Whoopee! Anybody heard about the current Wolf Moon? It’s …
Mixed results so far this weekend. Alas, our chaps didn’t beat Egham in the L&SC Challenge Shield on Friday night but they did come a lot closer than in previous encounters. There was a good win on Steve G’s rink and Kevin’s were only 3 shots behind at the end having had a neck-and-neck game …
Give the television a break tonight and come watch our boys play Egham in the London & Southern Counties Challenge Shield! Two rinks home, two away, starting at 6.30 pm. At the same time , six of the girls are playing each other in the O50’s National Triples. it would be lovely to have supporters!
Fro those of you who have access to Facebook and YouTube, how are you getting on with the World Indoor Bowls? I haven’t watched very much but I did catch up on Robert Paxton v David Bolt last night then Jamie Chestney v Jamie Walker live. David Bolt was on fire with his drawing and …
We heard that Carol Curwood passed away last week. She was a bowler originally, then after she became ill, was a great supporter of Brian and events at the club and sparkles when she had all her family around her. They will feel her loss with great sadness. Deepest sympathies to Brian, Daniel and all …
I’m not sure if you’re all keeping up with the World Bowls. It is streamed live on their Facebook page and I will add liks toour Facebook page if I catch them – howver, my job comes first and it’s busy! Sorry to see Greg Harlow & Nicky Brett go our last night. Stewart Anderson …
Thanks to Ange for organising these finals under difficult circumstances and also for doing all the catering. Well done to everyone who played and those who spectated and helped Ange out with the washing up and clearing up! It was a very long day for most of us!
Unfortunately, despite our best efforts, 2-2 in rinks does not class as a draw and we came second yesterday. At 5 ends, we were level pegging. At 10 ends , we were 2 down. At 15 ends, we were only 1 behind. Then, I’m not sure quite what happened. Did we lose concentration? Did Folkestone …
Has anyone had any time to watch the first day’s matches?
It wasn’t a good week for Fours as both Kevin K’s men’s four and Ange’s Ladies’ Four came second in our matches against Dave Pitt and Kylie Jenkin’s teams. The three Ts (Tina, Tricia & Teresa) are battling out their triples against Egham (again!) tonight so we hope they come out on top! Ann B …
It’s very brrrrr out there today. From tomorrow you will have a bit of an excuse to stay in as the World Indoor Bowls Championships will be screened from Potters on the WIBC Facebook channel. I haven’t checked but the matches have previously come up on YouTube, so if any of you know this is …
If anyone would like to come and watch the ladies play Fokestone on Saturday, please be at the Club by 7.50 am latest. We have a 52 seater coach and it would be lovely to have some more supporters coming along! If you would like to come, please let me know – dawnslaughter60@icloud.com
Somewhat delayed and crammed into one day due to the ladies success in the Yetton Plate. Well done to Ange for getting these sorted!
On top of everything else going on, we have some mixed friendlies coming up in the next 5 weeks. Sign up sheets will be on the board on Wednesday. It’ll be good to play some other clubs again! All 2.00 pm start and, unless other advised, will be whites with club shirts. Saturday 15th January …
Having got it all together and confirmed, Steve G then had to move the date to accommodate Surrey’s Liberty Trophy game.
Have you made any? Have you broken any now that it’s 3rd January? Spill the beans!
Well, it’s the second day of the new year. What has changed? It’s quite warm – not as hot as Spain, obviously, but they say the current 16 C temp is on a par with mid May. Should we be bowling outdoors then? I caught up with “”Wogan, Now You’re Talking” on Channel 5 (originally …
Wishing all our members, families and friends a very Happy and Definitely Healthy 2022. Raising a glass to all of you tonight, because, without you, we would not have a club. Thanks for all your support during 2021. if you’re still awake at midnight, here are Dougie MacLean’s words for you. Should auld acquaintance be …
Competitions are under way again. Dawn started off like a steam train against Doreen H from Egham in the National Over 60’s, then with the surprise, she diverted into the sidings and couldn’t get back on track despite best efforts of the Fat Controller inside her head. Well done to Doreen though. It was a …
I had an email yesterday from M&S. New Year’s Eve Dine In Meal Deal. That’s kind of them. Although we could all go out tomorrow night, how many of us are weighing up the pros and cons and have decided to stay in? New Year’s Eve parties were best when they involved fancy dress, lemonade, …
The space between Christmas and New Year where you don’t know … what day it is; who you are; or what you’re supposed to be doing! I’ll give you a clue … It’s Wednesday, as I’m back to work! PS I have not got Rink 1 booked at 2.00 pm today – I’m …
Norman & Jean sent over their morning view in Spain … Certainly looks pretty stunning! They say it’s about 18c which is a good bowling temperature!
It is Monday, in case you wondering. It’s grey. It’s misly but not that cold. A good time to get out for a short walk and some fresh air and give the old tv eyes a rest! It will also get you away from the smell of turkey and that risotto, curry or whatever you’re …
Wishing all our members, their family and friends a very Happy Christmas. I hope you have an enjoyable day with presents, food, fun and laughter! (complete with a negative Lateral Flow Test result)
‘Twas the morn before Christmas and all through the club Not a creature was stirring, not there nor the pub. The stockings were hung as in days of old In the hope that Santa would fill them with bowls. The bowlers were all snuggled tight in their beds Whilst dreams of hotshots soared through their …
Giving time, giving a present, giving to people or organisations that would welcome the odd £5 if you can spare it. Yet again, Gill and Peter Chapman have been up and down ladders to light up their house for the benefit of all those who can get to see it – in Crane Way, not …
My neighbour left his flat in shorts and flip flops this morning, whilst his girlfriend was wrapped up to the nines in wooly hat, gloves, scarf, puffa jacket, boots. I remarked for him, at least, it must be summer ! Today is the pinnacle of shortest daylight hours as, from tomorrow, it starts getting lighter. …
Christmas comes but once a year … and some years are easier than others! Last year was pretty awful for most people. This year should be more relaxed except it probably won’t be with the omicron threat around. We’ll find ourselves sitting around the edges of the room dressed in winter coats with the windows …
Thank you for keeping us in touch with all that’s happening at Cambridge Park. Lovely to see the photo’s of your Christmas Party on Sunday. Unfortunately ours down here has been cancelled for obvious reasons. John & I wish everyone at Cambridge Park, especially those who remember us, a good Christmas a healthy 2022. My …
Stuck for a Christmas present for a bowler? Mark Royal has brought the Potters shop Roadshow down to the Open Singles Competition at Egham tomorrow. It should be open from 9.00 am to 2.00 pm if Mark gets through to the final which is at 4.00 pm. Bowls, clothes, shoes, accessories – a full complement …
A great win v Watford this morning. Everyone at CP played very well. Thanks to Laurence who ventured onto the green following his knee op. Hope there are no repercussions over the next couple of days. We also hope that Brian’s back doesn’t give him further gip after he had to pull out of the …
Play well this morning and enjoy the game at home nad at Watford! If you’re near the club, please drop in and support the team. The bar will be open and we can do teas and coffees!
It’s the boys’ turn this weekend as they play Watford IBC in the London & Southern Counties Challenge Shield. Four rinks. Two home, two away. Play starts at 10.00 am at both venues and supporters will be very welcome. Thanks.
By this time next Wednesday, the daylight hours will have just started to increase. Hooray!
Well done to Ange, Scott, Ann & Terry, Jane, Gordon, Jacquie and Marie for all their help at the Christmas Lunch/Party yesterday. The new caterers – Terry (not M!) and Paul – did a great job and the meal was thoroughly enjoyed by all. The atmosphere was jolly and Christmassy and we all felt well …
What a brilliant effort from everyone today. Three good wins and the fourth would have got there if they’d had to play the final two ends. The total was 98-54. Top rink 35-9 Tricia, Frances, Ann B & Teresa – wow! The Havering club had 8 rinks and was quite a bit longer than Cambridge …
Come along and give our girls some support in the Yetton Plate (3rd round) v Havering. 10.00 am start. Next Saturday (18th), the boys will be out in force v Watford in the London & Southern Counties Challenge Shield. They would like your support too! Christmas Lunch tomorrow (12th) for those who have booked is …
As promised, we’re back on bowls news today. The ladies venture forth into the next round of the Yetton Plate. New opponents to CP members – Havering, based near Romford. The two away rinks have an early start from Cambridge Park! Home: Sarah, Ann D, Lucy & Jean Tricia, Frances, Ann B & Teresa Away: …
Christmas movies. We could look at the best and worst of these. It’s surely got to be more upbeat than another Christmas talking about covid, government, shopping or even the weather! Whilst ironing, I watched Christmas in Vienna one week and Christmas in Yorkshire last weekend. Have you seen them? There seems to be a …
Hot on the heels of a brilliant week away, the organiser baton has been handed over to Mike Cooper for 2022! There is a sign up sheet at the Club if you are interested in going. There is also a booking form you can download here 211204 – Potters Booking Form 2022 The basic price …
The Club was really busy with all rinks on the go this morning with two club semi-finals seeing Peter & Audrey come through against Kevin K & Sheila C in the Mixed Pairs and Mike C & Brian N getting a victory over Ann B & Bernard W in the Open Pairs. On rink 3, …
Two National comps this morning and a club men’s pairs all starting at 10.00 am. There wasn’t a notice up, but if anyone wants to come down for a mixed drive from 2.00 pm – 4.00 pm, you’re very welcome. It’s sunny outside, so a good morning to get some fresh and some extra steps …
We received an email with some updated guidelines from the EIBA, which we will implement at the club. Please could you wear a face covering when entering/moving around/exiting the club. If you are bowling or drinking/eating, it’s fine to leave the covering off. This will help all of us help all our members to try …
Pinch, punch for the first of the month! White rabbits! Has the first chocolate behind Door 1 on the Advent Calendar been consumed yet? I gather there are some alcoholic Advent Calendars, so I hope you’re all waiting until the sun is over the yard arm to open that door today! We put our Christmas …
We were extremely sad to learn of the passing of Dave Baker in the earlier this month. He was such a lovely soul both on and off the Teddington and Cambridge Park greens and very caring, with a very good sense of humour and a ready smile for all. The time to bid him farewell …
Another busy day with Laurence & Peter J on opposing sides (yet again – 4th time in 23 weekends!) in the Men’s Pairs this morning at 10.00 am and Tricia & Teresa play Tina & Dawn in the National Ladies Pairs also at 10.00 am at CP. We play a mixed friendly v London Civil …
Happy Birthday to our chief fund-raiser! We hope you have a lovely day getting spoiled by the family for both your birthday and your wedding anniversary celebrating many years of marriage to Terry!
We did it! It was a Tournament win for Tina, Mike, Laurence & Dawn at Potters! To be fair, the opposition helped us with one of them being hungover, hwich didn’t help their team spirit, and the two brothers playing at 3 and skip not seeing eye-to-eye on shot choice. That apart, we played well …
Well, what an afternoon and evening yesterday. Kevin, Scott, Carole & Ray K had a great comeback from 2-9 down to an end score of 9-10 reducing their opponents shot difference which helped our teams Joan, Bernard, Stella & Barry claimed victory over a team who had won their previous 3 games So, Dave P, …
Another win for Joan, Bernard, Stella & Barry this morning as well as Harry, Bob, Frances & Frances and Andy, Patsy, Carole & Jim. Brilliant stuff. Kevin, Scott, Carole & Ray K lost by 1 shot (yet again) but considering they were 2-9 down and only lost 9-10, that was Ana amazing comeback! Shame the …
We know you’re going to have a great day at Potters! All the teams are playing at 9.20 am then most of us are playing again at 3.25 pm although 3 unlucky ones will have to get up early tomorrow morning for their final league game. Top 16 teams go through. So far 12 teams …
Firstly everyone arrived safely yesterday, so all good in that front. Secondly, the bowls tournament has been fun. We have all played 2 rounds of our leagues and have had many tight games. Good wins today for Dave P, Ann H, Ange and Ann; Sarah, Dee Hardy ( who didn’t know when she was playing …
Well done to Peter J who crept up from behind and just overtook Laurence in the semi-final to win 21-19. There were some great bowls going up the green. Well done to the 3 T’s , Tina, Tricia & Teresa who beat the SAD team (Sarah, Ange & Dawn) in the National Triples this morning. …
Busy morning, this morning. Coaching at 9.30 am; at 10.00 am Peter J v Laurence G – 2020 semifinal of Men’s Championship; Tina, Tricia & Teresa v Ange, Sarah & Dawn in National Triples. Roll up – 2.00 – 4.00 pm this afternoon. For those going to Potters tomorrow who want to leave their luggage …
Well done to everyone who played and those who supported. That was a great win. 81-68. Next stop is v Havering in the last 32 in the whole country. Crikey! We might have to play on a neutral green. Put 11th December in your diaries!
The girls are out in force this morning when they play Croydon in the Yetton Plate. Two rinks home, two away with play starting at 10.00 am. Please come along and support at home. It really helps. Last night I was sorry to miss the match between Tricia & Teresa and Sarah & Lucy. The …
In the EIBA National Individual Competitions, we seem to have come off in second place every time this week in the Men’s Pairs, the Men’s Fours and the Mixed Fours, so let’s go forward to the weather for next week! Twickenham is looking at temperatures between 6 and 10 C, with more sunny days than …
Wednesday, regarded as the midpoint of a typical working week. “it’s hump day and perhaps the toughest day of the week for you” Is Wednesday classed as a hump day if you don’t work – either as a retired person or otherwise? How do you break up your week? Is Thursday your mid-week day? It …
Congratulations to Peter Twells, who won the 2020 club semi-finals of the Two Bowl Singles 21-20 v Roy Ebinezar and Peter Judge who beat Laurence 21-19. Both matches went to 31/32 ends, so you can tell how close they were. The markers went home exhausted! On the National comps, Tina & Dawn managed to beat Ann …
At the end of Remembrance Sunday, it seems an appropriate time to send our deepest sympathies to Ron Leftley, on the passing of his wife Marion; and Estelle Baker, who sadly lost husband David . It’s especially heartbreaking losing a partner/spouse after so many years together and our thoughts go out to them and their …
Coaching this morning at 9.30 am for those attending. I am sure you are all benefiting from the knowledge and expertise being passed on and the practising. Today it’s the Middlesex County Indoor Bowling Assocation Finals for 2020 competitions. I wonder why they haven’t been played before?! At 10.00 am Ange is taking on Angela …
… that 15 minutes between 7.00 and 7.15 am goes whizzing by and there isn’t enough time to post anything on here! The bar is up and running again. Do admire the flooring! Men’s 2020 club semi-final of two bowl singles tonight between Peter T and Roy E There will be coaching at 9.30 am …
Well done to Gordon for his very long day yesterday getting things ready for the new floor in the bar area. The screed is down and the topping should be done this morning, so all the various bits of equipment can be moved back into place ready so you can have a drink this evening …
A bright and chilly start welcomes you this morning …. if you haven’t ventured out yet. The National Ladies Pairs yesterday morning proved to be a very good game as predicted. Sarah & Lucy continued their run of outdoor pairs wins on the indoor green but it wasn’t without a fight by Ange & Jean. …
Another bright morning. Chilly, but then that could be expected in November. Coaching this morning from 9.30 am for new bowlers. At 10.00 am, there’s a National Ladies Pairs with Sarah & Lucy playing Ange & Jean. It’ll be a good close match, so do pop in if you’re around about the Cambridge Park area. …
Ignore previous post (now deleted!). Text message didn’t qualify which boys’ match had been cancelled! Kevin K’s boys play their National Triples match at 6.30 pm tonight (Friday) Denny Plate Saturday morning at 10.00 am v Hounslow – Home and Away In the National Ladies Pairs first round, Sarah & Lucy will be battling …
There’s rugby on at Twickenham, so allow extra travel time. Denny Plate v Hounslow starts at 10.00 am at both Cambridge Park and Hounslow – 2 rinks each. Roll up at 2.00 pm There’s also a National Triples match at 2.00 pm, so play and watch and learn!
The contractor can’t be Cambridge Park until Tuesday 9th, so the bar will be closed on Tuesday 9th and Wednesday 10th November. Thanks for your anticipated patience!
Lovely morning from the start today. Hooray! The teams had a very good match yesterday afternoon v Shopland Select with fund raising for their local charity for the viusally impaired. Hefty wins on 3 rinks led Ken Shopland to say they had enjoyed “the lesson they had been given” and “we’ll be taking those lessons …
There aren’t quite enough people to run a Tuesday afternoon league, but David H has suggested a 2.00-4.00 pm roll up for anyone who would like to go along. Starting this week.
These are now available in the club house
Happy Birthday to Richard D and Ranjani V for yesterday. We hope you enjoy/ed your weekend celebrations.
Actually, we’d prefer it if you didn’t fall over at all, but in the case of British Summer Time Ending and Greenwich Mean Time taking over for 6 months, you will have to change your clocks. This was pinched from a FB post – thanks to whoever originally put it together. Well done to the …
The Bar will be closed on Monday 8th and Tuesday 9th November as the new flooring will be being put down – one day to take up the old lino, even out any irregularities then lay the screed. The second day the new top coating will be done and then alll we be good to …
Good luck to Laurence, Mike C, Norman & Steve G who will be part of the Middlesex Liberty Cup team facing Kent on Saturday morning. We hope they all have a good game and that Middlesex win!
Thursday morning roll up and Thursday afternoon league today. Tomorrow there’s the morning roll up, then QUIZ NIGHT! 6.30 pm start. Have you booked your tickets yet? On Saturday morning, the first of the coaching sessions for new bowlers starts at 9.30 am. In the afternoon, we play Chertsey in a mixed friendly. I have …
Ange is very close to completing the forms with all the details, so please bear with her. She should be able to have them available next week.
I hope everyone enjoyed their first outing in the leagues last night. David is not around this week, but hopes to be down next week to see how you’re all getting on. We heard last night that, unfortunately, one of our opponents on Sunday tested positive for Covid. We hope he does not feel too …
Happy birthday to Tony O! The sun has come out just for you today!
The clocks go back at 02.00 am on Sunday. October will be done. Crikey. Not only are the shops full of halloween things but I’ve heard the odd Christmas advert. How are you all doing with the booster and ‘flu jabs? There does seem a bit of a short supply on ‘flu jabs, so if …
Well, not such a good day for our teams yesterday in the Denny Cup and Yetton Trophy. The girls fared a bit better, only losing by 6 shots. Great result for Tricia, Brenda D, Ann D and skip Joan O’N as they won 29-10 on their rink. Even more brilliant as two dropped out poorly …
Happy 70th Birthday to Laurence and Happy other Birthdays to Val N and Lucy! We hope you are all spoiled rotten by your families and enjoy your day.
Brian Curwood has started the off season with some very crafty work, turning some old scoreboards into ones that can record the 75 shot competitions. This will help the spectators no end – and the players too! Well done, Brian and thanks!
Brrr. It was very cold at 4.30 am and I wasn’t even outside! Maybe it’s time to put something higher than a 6 Tog duvet on the bed? On the bowls front, people have been rolling up during the mornings and during the evenings and getting practice in for the midweek leagues and upcoming matches, …
Happy Birthday to Laurie G for today and belated happy birthdays to Richard H and Sarah – both slipped by. Apologies We have three members’ birthdays coming up on Saturday – Laurence, Lucy & Val! Anyone else? This afternoon we have our first friendly mixed match of the season v King George Field. Good …
Coaching Course for New Bowlers to begin on Saturday 30th October. The following sessions will be on Sunday 7th November, Saturday 13th November and Saturday 20th November. Sessions run from 9.30 to 12.00. You will need to attend all four sessions. Please bring bowls shoes or flat soled shoes not worn outside. There is a …
Very good wins for Steve, Norman, Jean & Tricia at Camberley and Sarah, Lucy, Kevin & Peter at home. Unfortunately, their good scores couldn’t balance us the other two rinks this morning. Good luck to Camberley in the next round. The Men’s Denny Cup team is up on the noticeboard, but we’re still a couple …
This morning at 10.00 am we play Camberley in the first round of the Egham Trophy starting at 10.00 am. Two rins at Cambridge Park and two at Camberley. Please come along and support if you can! Thanks Dawn
A few snaps from the lunch. In addition to the runners’ ups trophies and the Top Club winners’ trophies, we also had 200 club winners in TIna Cooper and Joan O’Neil and a few raffle prize winners between us. A good afternoon seeing all our ‘outdoor’ friends again. We were hardly recognisable out of bowls’ …
Well done to Tricia & Steve who conquered their Egham opponents this evening in hte National Mixed Pairs and hard luck to Teresa & Barry who gave Barry & Kylie a good run for their money at Cambridge Park but came in second. Tricia & Steve now play Yasmina Hasan & Martin Payne, who defeated …
David Hale is beavering away on his computer and on the phone compiling league formats and seeing which teams will be in full swing by Monday 25th and which teams are lagging behind! We could do with another 6 players to be spread over the Monday league teams. Can anyone put their hand up to …
If you would like to bring any family/friends/neighbours along to the club to ‘have a go’, Friday is a good evening to do it! There will be members on hand to assist with basic coaching as well as have a bit of fun on the green. It will start at 6.00 pm and go through …
For those of you who are interested, Bowls England have been producing “The Extra End” podcast. There are several episodes which you can dip in and out of. Find them on https://www.bowlsengland.com/podcast/ They’re quite short episodes, so good interviews with people in world of bowls and assorted bowls related topics. While thinking about Bowls …
Great turnout on Saturday afternoon – a full house +1! We’ll have another roll up this coming Saturday at 2.00 pm. (Indoor times are on the hour, unlike outdoors, except for the evening session which starts at 6.30 pm to allow those working an extra 30 mins to get to leagues) Usual morming roll ups …
For those of you who know Ann and Mike Wise who played outdoors at NPL, there was some sad news via John Dilley this morning. Mike had a fall at the end of August and while in hospital it was found that the cancer already under treatment had spread much more rapidly than anyone had …
A bit of a foggy start this morning, but I’m pleased to report that the sun is now out – in case anyone is still in bed with the curtains drawn. Roll up this afternoon is very well subscribed. We will have another next Saturday afternoon and one mid week, to help get you all …
Great to see so many names up for tomorrow afternoon. please could you bring your diaries as we have games at King George Field on Wednesday 20th and Egham on Sunday 24th with only a handful of names on the sheet. Both have meals provided afterwards so no cooking or washing up but of course …
The Minutes from the AGM are in the Members’ section of the website. You might be pleased to know that following an interview at Ashford Hospital on Tuesday, I have been offered a job. Hooray! As this is now fixed, I offered to re-stand as Indoor Captain. This is reflected in the Minutes. Other news:- …
Wasn’t it lovely to get out of bed and see the sun, even if it’s a bit chilly outside. I’ve had an odd couple of days swatting up for an interview, so apologies for not posting yesterday. Thanks for everyone who came along last night – 19 in total. Thanks to Peter J for organising …
Well that weekend went by quickly. We had a very good turn out of 21 on Saturday afternoon at the roll up. It was good to see new members, new-to-indoor-bowls members and one brand new to bowls altogether! Thanks to Kevin K for organising the 6 x triples and to Stella K who helped Shaf, …
A big thank you to all who came to the Race Night. I am sure we can all agree we had a good time, some winning and quite a few of us not! All in all with Raffle Ticket sales, Guess the Sweets in the Jar, Cake Sale and Spider game on Ladies v Gents …
Surely not! It’s on the chilly side of ok out there and it’s not raining. You can come for a roll up this afternoon at 2.00 pm followed by tea and shop bought cakes (sorry, lost my enthusiasm of being in the kitchen). Have you been or booked to see the 007 film yet? Any …
Take an umbrella when you go out! Morning roll up at 10.00 this morning. If you can get there by bus or you have petrol, go and enjoy yourself on the indoor green, or just go for a social chat. Bar will be open from 11.30 am. I wasn’t there yesterday, but hopefully the refurbishments …
6 C this morning. OK, so it was 4.00 am and I did hear it on the radio, but even my radiator kicked in, so it must be chilly. The wind does look as if it has dropped since yesterday, so that is a blessing. It’s the AGM today. 2.00 pm in the Clubhouse. Please …
There will be a roll up indoors on Saturday afternoon starting at 2.00 pm. All welcome. For those of you attending the AGM tomorrow afternoon at 2.00 pm or the Race Night on Friday, if you’re squirrelling away any 1lb (450g) jam jars, please could you bring them along for Margaret Barnes. The fruit …
Lights Camera Action We are pleased to announce that tomorrow’s National Semi-Final between Ellen Falkner MBE and Kylie Jenkins will be live streamed! This will be available on our Facebook page from 9.30am. Men’s and Ladies singles I believe #NationalFinals #LiveStreaming It was announced yesterday that Ellen Falkner MBE is retiring from International Bowls in …
Saturday was a great day with five full rinks and many enthusiastic supporters on both sides. Lots of great shots from the ladies and gents, so difficult to work out quite where it all went wrong for the ladies! There were no big shot differences on any rinks, but the men just seemed to do …
Quite a lot of CP indoor members were playing the South Middlesex Bowling Association competition finals yesterday on a lovely sunny day! Dave Pitt took the Gillette Cup singles title Richard Duke was runner up in the Firestone Trophy Kevin Keown was runner up to Dave Bevan (also from Hampton) in the 75 Points Kevin …
Waking up to black skies and rain pelting down on the skylights, it comes as a pleasant surprise that the indoor starts today with morning rolls from 10.00 am – 12.00 pm Monday to Friday. Matches and Leagues will start in October at some point to be advised. When you go indoors, just remember to …
There haven’t been any formal match reports from the Captains yet, but I gather the chaps won on this occasion. Well done to them. Texts received “We lost, but we had a lot of fun”. “We lost by miles but it was a really good afternoon” “The first of the game was ours. We had …
Good luck to everyone playing this afternoon and good luck to Jane, Ann M, Beryl and others looking after you all. 16C but muggy out there at the moment. Temperature going up to 20C and no rain forecast – according to Alexa, but we know she doesn’t always get it right! Please send your match …
Only another week before September ends. It’s scary how this year has flown by and we’re just one match away outdoors before the green gets put to bed. Indoor bowls has been open for quite a while but I believe the morning roll up sessions will start in earnest next week. The bar is coming …
Norman now has the forms for the 2022 Bowls England and Middlesex Competitions. These need to be returned to him with the fees by 20th October, please. That’s just short of 4 weeks. You will notice the ends for all except the singles are 18 and the pairs are back to 4 bowls each and …
Spotted on Facebook that Richard Duke is playing Trevor Grover in the FIrestone Final on Saturday. I’m sure Richard is hoping for a win as Trevor and his partner beat Richard in the semi-final of the Men’s Pairs. Dave Pitt plays Kai Matthews (who beat Kevin Keown in the semi-final) in the Gillette Cup tomorrow …
Here we go! Dress Code Whites/Centenary or Club Shirts. Match Fee £5 – including food – make sure you sign up on the clubhouse notice! Apart from the Triples, we will draw for who plays who on Saturday. LADIES – Captain: Dawn 1. Geraldine Hermitage 1. Janice Martin 2. Gill Chapman 2. Linda Major …
… but it was a win only for Gordon, Tricia and Steve P in the South Middlesex League match yesterday. The rest of us went down and Hounslow Cons were worthy winners on the day. On the plus side, the morning drizzle stopped just as we started play and although the sun didn’t quite break …
PLANS FOR 2022 DOMESTIC SEASON ANNOUNCED 15th September, 2021 by The Communication Team We are delighted to have been able to deliver a full season of domestic competitive events in 2021, culminating in our National Finals in Victoria Park, Royal Leamington Spa. The season provided a number of challenges as we sought to enable all bowlers to …
It’s a shame today’s friendly has been cancelled, as the weather should be the best day of the weekend. Still, a chance to get out and about and enjoy the sunshine. Team for our final South Middlesex League game on Sunday:- Tony O’B, George & Dawn Sarah, Steve P & Lucy Bernard Stella K & …
210930 – Club AGM call out 2020 Please click on the link above to check details of the forthcoming AGM. As at midday Wednesday 15th September, there have been nominations and proposers for:- Director – Playing Sections – Norman Chart Outdoor Competitions – Brian Curwood Outdoor Fixture Secretary – Ray Verralls Indoor Vice Captain – …
Masonians apologised but they have several members on holiday and cannot fulfill the fixture. It’s good that people are making the most of the Indian summer. I’m sure a lot of our members are away too. Sunday’s South Middlesex League v Hounslow Cons is still on though.
We hope you have a super day! Thanks for all you’ve done as greenkeeper this season. It’s much appreciated and we must buy you a pint!
The arrival of The Chelsea Pensioners was all that we expected. What a wonderful, glorious spectacle! Please click on the IMG links. IMG_7844 I’m afraid you’ll have to lie on your side to watch this second clip! (I couldn’t find how to turn it around!) Norman did a great job in whipping the crowd up …
Only 13 or so hours before the Chelsea Pensioners arrive at the Club in their uniforms. I feel we should be waving union flags and singing Land of Hope and Glory or something! Gerry kindly contacted the Richmond & Twickenham Times and I emailed my contact at the South West Londoner paper. Whether or not …
We have a game against the Chelsea Pensioners on Wednesday afternoon. Team all sorted, so that’s good BUT we have just heard that they will be coming by coach arriving around 12.30/12.40 pm. They will march down to the green with their medals shining on their beautiful red coats. Not only marching but led by …
There is a sign up sheet in the club for the Race Night on 1st October. Ann Macey will be doing a raffle for Macmillans that night so please buy your tickets when you’re at the club any time between now and then to make it a bumper raffle for a very worthy cause. She …
Norman selected the team on Saturday and we had 5 reserves. By the close of play last night, we were down to one reserve! 1. Tricia Green 1. Sarah Hall 2. Linda Major 2. Bernard Chapman 3. Corale Canard 3. Joan O’Neill Skip Steve Gibson Skip Laurie Gasgoine 1. Roy Ebinezar 1. …
Firstly, hard luck to Kevin & Laurence losing their last 16 match v Richard & Rob Hackwell. It was nip and tuck for a while, but the Ashford father and son moved ahead in the last 4-5 ends. Secondly, commiserations to Cathy who lost the semi final of the Middlesex Champion of Champions to Elaine …
Today, Friday. Morning roll up at 10.00 am Evening roll up at 5.00 pm 5,00? – Stella S v Cathy T – Quarter final of Club Singles Tomorrow, Saturday 10.00 am at West Ealing – Cathy plays Elaine from Hurlingham Park in the Middlesex Champion of Champions semi-final. Final in the afternoon against either Hannah …
10.00 am Semi-finals Dawn Slaughter v Cathy Taylor or Stella Spaulding Audrey Hay v Ange Cumine Brian Noel v Peter Chapman Brian Curwood v Gordon MacLeod Bring your own lunch 1.00 pm Finals If anyone can mark, Laurence is looking for 3 people to do the semi-finals and 2 for the finals. …
Laurence & Kevin take on Rob Hackwell & Partner from Ashford in the last 16 of the Middlesex Whisky Pairs. 5.00 pm start
Similar to Bowls England, the EIBA are looking at ways to promote our sport and encourage more people to play; coach/be coached; play club leagues or games; and/or play competitively. Please complete the survey. It’s really important for the sport going forward at every level. RETURNING TO INDOOR BOWLS SURVEY The EIBA want to ensure …
Taking a day off from bowls! There was a long article in the Saturday Times regarding the amount of water we use, leading to where we can reduce our water consumption in the homes on ourselves to become more eco and planet friendly. My Granny used to bath once a week and she and my …
We hope you have a great day and Mike gets his pinny on to make you a cake!
What a fun afternoon from start to finish! The weather was absolutely perfect for bowling. The green was a good pace. The banter within rinks and across rinks was special! London Welsh decided that to make it more of a centenary game for us, they gathered together 5 rinks to play and it was so …
We hope you have a lovely day with the family. The sun shines on the righteous!
Wednesday 8th September – South Middlesex League v Staines Away at 2.30 pm – we need a few more names, please Sunday 12th September – Club Semi-finals and finals of the Mens & Ladies Singles Championships. Wednesday 15th September – Mixed Friendly v Chelsea Pensioners – Home at 2.30 pm Saturday 18th September – Mixed …
Yesterday afternoon turned out to be a Ladies v Gents warm up with Sarah, Lucy & Tricia taking on Laurie, Gym & Kevin whilst Tina & Dawn played Mike C & Steve G. With the green playing well and fast, the girls managed to get the edge on both rinks. There was a lot of …
Hannah Hollis & Sue Apperly from Bush Hill Park went through two rounds of the Senior Pairs at Leamington yesterday, beating Doreen Hankin & partner from Egham/Surrey to take them into the quarter finals this morning. They were one down going into the last end and Sue took 2 shots with her final bowl. Absolutely …
Such a shame as we’ve got a team and the weather is going to be good!
Ann Halliday started her challenge in cold, but not windy, Leamington weather. By the time she’d finished, nearly 2.5 hours later, she was warm and the crowd were chilled to the bone! A great effort to reach the Senior Singles after the very difficult year she has had. Ann went from being behind, then catching …
Congratuations to Lucy & Kevin who squeezed their way past Ange & Dave P in what must have been a thrilling Middlesex Mixed Pairs last 16. Lucy & Kevin were 2 up going into the final end and dropped a 2 thus forcing an extra end. Can you feel the adrenalin racing and the breath …
A few ups (wins) and downs (losses) with the Middlesex players at Leamington but none have disgraced themselves with their play. We’ve had tough draws as have had many people but bowls is winning. Tina went out to Stef Branfield after putting up a great fight. Stef won the Singles title just a few days …
With temperatures dropping the nights beginning to get dark by 8.30 pm *sob*, the indoor season is coming towards us at the end of September. The draws for the club and individual competitions are now available on the EIBA website http://www.eiba.co.uk/bss/competitions_list.php We are in Area C for the club competitions and Area 11 for individual …
I’m not sure who started this heatwave rumour (Alexa?!) but 12-13 C doesn’t seem that warm up here in Leamington. How is it in London? Kevin & Lucy play Ange & Dave at 6.00 pm at Masonians tonight in the Middlesex Mixed Pairs. Good luck to both pairs. Some good matches in the Under 25 …
Ah, so close in the Ladies Top Club yesterday morning. Dawn lost the singles 18-21. 1-0 to Wanstead. Cathy, Marie, Audrey & Janice were well up in the Fours, so we could count on that one. 1-1. By the final couple of ends in the Pairs and the Triples, the overall shot score was neck …
Well the girls are off to Hendon this morning for their Top Club match v Wanstead (representing Essex). Wish us luck! 10.30 start if anyone wants to come along and support us. I caught a little bit of the Rush for Gold on Channel 4 last night. Another British husband and wife winning golds in …
We have two interests in the Senior Fours as Trevor, our greenkeeper, is up at Leamington today. Meanwhile Dave Pitt’s old codgers are from Masonians and don’t play until 9.30 tomorrow morning. Good luck all you 8 chaps! 10.00 – 12.00 today Friday morning roll up 5.00-ish Friday night roll up. Come and meet the …
We’re a third of the way through the current heatwave. Personally, I’m pleased it’s not 30C+! It’s a good temperature for bowls and it’s not raining, which is a bonus! West Ealing Fours are out at lunchtime today at the National Championships and the Ladies Singles comes down to the winner. Sandra from Grovelands went …
Dame Sarah Storey picked up her 15th Olympic Gold Medal this morning pushing her fellow Brit Crystal Lane-Wright into the silver medal position. 15 golds! No wonder she is the most successful British Olympian. What an achievement! Channel 4 seem to be screening the Paralympics in the mornings. It’s a shame that the BBC don’t …
Norman will be leading his team out at Sunbury on Wednesday afternoon as we begin winding up the league matches (but we’re not finished yet!) Sarah, Brian N & Norman Margaret, George & Kevin L Tony O’B, David H & Jean Roy, Terry & Ann H Captain: Norman Greys with Centenary/Club Shirts. Good luck …
Janeen & Tonya (Brentham) who beat Jean & Nadine in the final of the Middlesex Pairs are now through to the Quarter-Final of the National Championships! That is fantastic! Tomorrow they play the very experienced Lucy & Katie Smith, so we wish them well.
After a grey and cloudy start, it turned out to be a wonderful August afternoon in Leamington Spa yesterday. There are now stands around 2.5 sides of the newly laid A green on which Tony & CHris from Ladygate played their Men’s Pairs. Unfortunately, despite playing pretty well, Andy Knapper & Scott proved too good …
Good luck to those playing today. It’ll be a tough game as Hampton are as competitive as us! Sarah, Tony O’B, Gordon & Norman Tricia, Ray, Laurence & Steve G Ange, Roy, Gym & Kevin L Captain: Norman Whites with Centenary/Club Shirts. There are sign up sheets on the noticeboard for all the matches up …
Well done to Laurence for taking on the CP Championships Organiser . Draws were made after yesterday’s roll up. Semi-Finals and Finals will be on Sunday 12th September Cambridge Park Ladies Championship 2021 Quarter Final Semi Final Final Champion By 3 September On Sunday 12 September On Sunday 12 September Dawn Slaughter Dawn Slaughter Bye …
Good to catch up with Ann B and Val F yesterday afternoon on their first venture onto the outdoor green this season. They’re busy ladies! Val’s bees are doing well so there maybe some local honey on sale a bit later on. In fact, they enjoyed the roll up so much, they’ve signed up for …
This is your opportunity to vote for your preferred formats in the Bowls England (and County) competitions for 2022. A lot of people have found that 15 ends for the Fours is too short, others would like the triples reduced to 15 ends but each player should have 3 bowls. Competitions will stay as this …
From the Bowls Middlesex post … Today saw MBA play Surrey CBA at Staines BC. An overcast day saw the players finish just before the light drizzle. Surrey finished the game strongly securing a victory by 147-107 (4-1-1 on rinks). Middlesex did have a Top Rink consisting of Keith Urzell (Bishops Duppas), Paul Alderman (Hurlingham …
Well, I am being forced into making a change and I desperately do need a rest, not having had a working day off in the last 18 months! Some of you already know that I am being made redundant from my current job at Sunvil. The travel industry has been hit extremely hard during the …
A little bit late in the day, Reg, but we hope you’ve had a lovely day with family and friends. On the other foot, we hear that Denis B is poorly so we wish him a speedy recovery and send our love. Both Reg and Denis are long time loyal club members of Cambridge Park …
Alas, it was another round of bronze and silver medals yesterday. Ange was beaten in the semi-finals of the Middlesex O55s Singles by Linda Andrews who then went on to lost to Sue Apperly from Bush Hill Park in the final. Well done, Sue! Kevin, Sarah, Gym & Dawn started very slowly against their North …
At least my laptop is playing ball this morning. Yesterday, it wasn’t interested! A clsoe semi-final for our ladies in the Double Rink competition but alas, it was a joint bronze medal. Ann, Cathy, Marie & Ange lost by a mere 4 shots after 21 ends, whilst Jean, Sarah, Lucy & Dawn somewhow scraped a …
I sat on the zoom meeting last night where Jon Cockcroft explained the reason for the format of the competitions for 2021 which will not necessarily be the same as 2022. There will be a survey being sent out in the next few days where we can all submit our thoughts re ends/number of bowls/ …
Thanks to everyone who signed up for Sunday Ray, George & David H Tricia, Steve P & Lucy H Bernard, Joan & Brian C Stella K, Audrey & Roy Match Captain: David Whites with club/centenary shirts
Well done to the team playing London Welsh and won. By the sound of it, a good afternoon game of bowls, banter and fun. Well done to Ange who played Ann Bamber in the quarter final of the Middlesex O55 Singles. She nows goes on to play the winner of Area B in the semi-final …
Today, we welcome Luigi and his London Welsh team to the club for this afternoon’s match. It is such a popular fixture than we well over-subscribed. London Welsh will bring 4 triples and we will have 6 triples, so 2 of those will play each other. That way, it gives almost everyone a game. Triples …
For those of you who want to discuss this year’s playing formats and for going forward, please see the notice below from Bowls England. You can find it on Facebook and twitter too! Time confirmed We are hosting a Zoom call to discuss rationale behind the changes to the Bowls England National Finals and …
Firstly, commiserations to Jean & Nadine in the Middlesex Pairs final. Close, but just not quite close enough but a very good effort. No news yet from Laurence & Gym how they got on against Dave P & Atilio in Senior Pairs yesterday morning. Monday 9th – 10.00 am Wet Morning Roll up! Monday 9th …
Well done to the girls yesterday for winning their Top Club match v Bush Hill Park by 3-1 (as well as on shots). The morning started with very heavy rain and the start was delayed until 11.00, then 11.30 when we good get on the green which had been fitted with ‘bumper’ mats so as …
Unfortunately, we had another weekend with a lack of signatures for the two league matches and both have been cancelled. Please, please, please check the noticeboard and sign up if you’re available. I’ll get some more sign up sheets for the back half of August and September up this week. Thanks. Dawn
Anyone else watching the Olympics at the moment (8.00 am)? Watching the diving and the battle between Tom Daley and the two Chinese rivals. I’m studying the splash and helicopter ankles etc. whilst eating watermelon, which seemed appropriate! Tom ended up with a Bronze medal. He was really, really good, but those two Chinese competitors …
£100 million per annum plus an undisclosed sum for his calves and I’m not referring to any farm stock! I’m asking you footie fans? Is anyone worth that much? Actually, does anyone warrant that salary in any job? I’d settle for considerably less and will have to do so! Slap wrists – my salary is now …
Laurence & Kevin sneaked in their Whisky Pairs on Tuesday evening. Not sure who they played but congratulations, anyway. Laurence was awarded his Full County Badge yesterday – well done! He’ll have to find another Whisky partner next year, as will Kevin as they are now both badged. Last night, a very, very tight game …
I had to change my original post from yesterday as it was sitting on my laptop unposted! Doh! Thanks to Kevin for scooping up a couple more players for the match v Imber Court yesterday afternoon. There was a very good win for Ray, Laurence and Norman, a good win for Laurie and team and …
We hope you have a great day and manage to meet up with the family to celebrate. With love from all of us. Looking forward to catching up with you when the indoor season starts – not that long to go now!
August – another month has flown by in this extraordinary year! Will the weather be any better than July? Monday League – at 1.45 pm. George will be bringing his 90th Birthday cake, so do stay and enjoy a piece with a cup of tea or other beverage. Tuesday – Match v Imber Court away …
A bit like Friday, when we didn’t win eitherr Fours, on Sunday the men had a jolly good go at the County Senior Fours Final, but alas came second. They were catching up after a slow start but ran out of ends. Well done to Gym for stepping in as Gordon (who had been in …
Good luck to Steve G, Norman, Laurence & Gym playing Dave Pitt & Co in the Middlesex Senior Fours Final this morning at 10.00 am at Hendon and to Dave Pitt in the Championship Singles this afternoon. Nearer to Cambridge Park, Sarah & Lucy start the day at 10.00 am at Ashford with the semi-final …
A bit late as I mistakenly thought George’s 90th Birthday was coming up on 3rd August. Wrong! It was last Wednesday 28th July so belated greetings from all of us and thanks to everyone who signed his card. George’s daughter who lives in the UK (as opposed to his one that lives in California and …
Following yesterday’s post, I had an email from Tony & Shirley O who have been avidly watching the badminton. Toby Penty … “The son of a good friends of ours is competing and having won various rounds was playing against the No: 3 seed on Thursday. Sadly he was beaten but we are all very …
After all the highs of the last few weeks, it was a bit of downer yesterday. However, congratuations to Cathy who had a comfortable win in the Middlesex Champion of Champions. Sadly Laurence lost his Senior Singles and Jacquie, Marie, Janice & Rita McD succumbed to Ashford. On Sarah, Tricia, Ange & Dawn’s rink, we …
Anybody keeping up with the Olympics? Team GB are doing well aren’t they? I’m only catching up on the BBC Highlights in the evening. The two Irish boys whooshed over the line in the rowing or was it sculls? Brilliant. I confess to not understanding a thing about the sailing. Maybe Isle of Wight Ron …
Where are these days and weeks going?! Another day where rain is forecast this morning, anyway. This morning, there’s the usual roll up 10.00 – 12.00 1.00 pm Laurence V Attilio C in the Middlesex Area Senior Singles Final at Hampton. Supporters welcome. The winner goes through to the Nationals at Leamington, so this is a …
The Covid case numbers seem to be coming down again, many countries should be on the amber list allowing us to travel again without having quarantine (providing both doses of vaccine have been received), so we can go back to talking about the weather again ! As per usual when playing competitions v Ashford this …
First up were Jean & Nadine playing Sue Apperly & partner (apologies, not sure of the name) in the area Senior Pairs FInal over at Ladygate. A very close match resulting in a 17-14 win for the Bush Hill Park duo. We wish them well at Leamington. Jean & Nadine still have the Middlesex Pairs …
11.30 am at Ladygate BC Jean & Nadine play Sue Apperly & partner in the Middlesex Area Final of the National Senior Pairs. The winning pair go on to represent Middlesex in Leamington in August. Supporters welcome. Good luck, girls! (Apologies I left this match off yesterday’s post.) 2.00 pm at Cambridge Park BC Steve …
Congratulations to Sarah & Lucy who are now in the semi-finals of the MIddlesex Ladies Two Bowl Pairs competition. They head off to Ashford next Sunday 1st August. Congratulations also to Dave Pitt who is through to the Men’s Championship Final v Glen Adams from Hendon, also next Sunday but at Hendon. Sunday will see …
It was a comfortable win for Sarah, Tricia, Ange & Dawn in the Middlesex Fours v Carole K and team from Bishop Duppas. They now play Liz D and her Fordbridge girls on Wednesday 28th at 6.00 pm at Cambridge Park. Today (Sunday), the Middlesex Ladies Two Wood Pairs competitions first rounds are at West …
BRYAN HALLIDAY Bryan Halliday lost his fight for life on 21 July 2021. Bryan had been an excellent competitive bowler in his own right playing at Masonians outdoors and Hounslow indoors for many years. Ann said it was thought he was her rock but she said it was much deeper than that. He was her foundations which, …
We were really sorry to hear that Bryan Halliday lost his fight for life yesterday. Bryan had been an excellent competitive bowler in his own right playing at Masonians outdoors and Hounslow indoors for many years. He was a fantastic supporter for Ann, with all her matches and successes, regularly cheering her on in his …
Happy Birthday Jane. We hope you have a great day and enjoy your dinner tonight!
Another hot day yesterday and another one today. I hope you’re all keeping cool and drinky plenty of fluids – the non-alcoholic sort! Norman, Jean, Steve, Tricia, Gym, Corale, Brian N and Dawn played in the MIddlesex area semi-final over the Tony Allcock Trophy against Brentham. The pace of the green was good and, on …
Well done to Jean & Nadine in the MIddlesex Pairs Semi-Final. From the look of the FB roving reporter’s scores, they were behind the whole game but managed to go into the final at 17-17. Phew. Nadine got shot with one of her first three bowls and it stayed there until Jean and Wendy and …
Morning again! Ray has checked his emails and I amended the website at the time but forgot to move the Staines fixture to 25th July on the calendar. So, we need 4 Mixed Triples. Please let me know if you can play. dawnslaughter60@icloud.com Thanks Dawn
Another scorcher ahead today and tomorrow, at least. How are you fairing? Anyone sleeping? Running your pulse points under cold water (or rubbing with an ice cube) can help – wrists, ankles, neck, backs of knees. Some are advocating a frozen ‘hot’ water bottle and even putting PJs into the freezer before putting them on. …
Firstly, congratulations to Sarah & Lucy for reaching the finals of the Middlesex Ladies O55 Pairs yesterday playing 40 ends 4 shots each in that heat! Wow. Not many of us could have done that and still be standing. They won by 2 shots in the semi-final but lost by 2 shots in the final …
Kevin won his Middlesex Singles very comfortably, putting himself into the next round on Monday. I’ve no idea who he will play as the link to the Middlesex website comps is broken. Tomorrow (Saturday) Kevin is skipping a Home Counties rink v Hampshire. He has 3 from North Greenwich (his old club) with him including …
For those of you playing indoors, here are the latest guidelines from the EIBA: Road map out of COVID-19 Restrictions Update With the Government announcing that Step 4 of their road map out of Covid-19 restrictions will commence on Monday 19th July 2021, we wish to advise Indoor Clubs of how this would affect …
Congratulations to Sarah & Lucy who have reached the semi-finals of the Middlesex Ladies Over 55’s Semi-finals (and hoepfully final) at Bush Hill Park on Saturday morning. Opponents haven’t been named yet. Many congratulations to Laurence who won the MIddlesex Area Semi Final of the National Singles last night v Phil Sutcliffe from Brentham. Another …
After months of delays, Dave Wilson has finally made his move down to Dorset. We are sorry to see him go. He has been a real character at the club, nearly always with a mug of tea in hand (is this synonymous with the name Dave?) when not on the green. Hehas been a real …
Well done to Tina C, Ange, Dot S & Mandy on winning top rink for the ‘Johns’ team today and to Ann F, Audrey, Phil & Rita/Jacquie for best rink for the ‘Middlesex’ girls. After the game the MIddlesex Colts’ and Full County Badges were awarded. These would have been presented in 2020 if you-know-what …
Here we go. Two weeks of really sunny, hot weather. Summer has arrived and no doubt by the weekend we’ll be saying “It’s too hot!” It’s a bit of a change from Monday’s tropical deluge. Congratulations to Sarh & Lucy who won their Over 55 Pairs last night. They play at Ashford v Marion B …
It’s one of those three subjects as it’s Monday evening and not Tuesday morning! Alas, Jean and her team couldn’t find it at Fordbridge Park this afternoon going down to Liz Dutton’s Four.. I’m not sure if they were lucky or not as, when we arrived at Bishop Duppas, it had just started raining. By …
I don’t believe there’s any football this week. Shame about the penalties last night. Had Marcus Rashford scored, I think the other two would have too, but they didn’t and that’s sport for you. All on the day, the occasion. Did someone say the World Cup is around the corner? Well done to Novak Djokovic …
The hype today will definitely be focussed on tonight’s Euros Final rather than the Wimbledon Men’s Final, I’m sure. Let’s hope the boys win! Anyone placing bets on the score? If you didn’t watch yesterday’s Ladies Final, it would be worth watching on catch up. There were some incredible rallies with both girls covering all …
… for anyone getting married, giving birth, going on holiday OR playing in the Johns’ Trophy or Middleton Cup matches v Kent whether it be the first time or not OR the Club’s South Middlesex League match away to Stanwell! Gordon is match captain for the Club game and has organised the teams with Kevin’s …
We hope you have a lovely rain-free day and a good roll up this morning – if you’re going! Well done to Steve G & Norman who had a nail-biting 21-20 win in the Senior Pairs V Kevin K & Bill from Hampton, putting them into the Middlesex area Semi-Final. They go on to play …
… in case you stayed up late to watch the football! WOW Well done England! I’m not a footie fan, but that extra time was nail biting. Thank goodness Harry Kane followed up that penalty shot! I don’t think I’ve ever seen Gareth Southgate smile so much. He must be so proud of the whole …
I am sure loads of you will be supporting England tonight. Let’s hope they win. Predictions on the radio this morning seem to think that there will be only one goal in it with England coming out on top! What do you think? However, there are some great tennis matches coming up at Wimbledon too. …
Some really good news for Kevin L in that he played in three Home Counties matches in 2019 whilst based at North Greenwich BC, which means he earned his Middlesex County Badge. However, this brilliant news was never conveyed to Kevin. Doh! Thanks to Covid, the communication system also had a year long break and …
Happy Birthday to Joan. She does not have internet, so if any of you know her and can give her a quick birthday ring, that would be lovely. It stayed dry for almost all of Monday, but unfortunately it didn’t help the boys at Bishop Duppas, who lost their Triples. Well done for getting to …
Well done everyone! http://www.friendsofenglishbowling.co.uk/2021/07/friends-play-cambridge-park-bc/
On Sunday, there was success for both the Senior Men and Ladies in their respective County semi-finals. The girls had to play their final in the afternoon and after a slow start, crept up to take an 8-6 lead. Unfortunately, when the North London girls got the mat, they put up full length jacks and …
10.00 am Ladies Senior Fours Semi-Final followed by Final at Hayes BC. Good luck to Ann, Nadine, Ange & Audrey 10.30 am Men’s Senior Fours Semi-Final at Hendon BC. Good luck to Steve, Norman, Gordon & Laurence Match v Brentham cancelled as is Tuesday’s match v North Sheen The ladies had wins in all four …
Starting at 10.00 am is the Ladies Top Club v Bishop Duppas at Cambridge Park. Singles, Pairs, Triples and Fours make up this competition. Supporters welcome. This afternoon, it’s the Richmond & Barnes League v Teddington – away at 2.30 pm Supporters welcome at Teddington too! Last night, Dawn playing with Paul Cater in the …
We had an absolutley brilliant day against the Friends of English Bowling yesterday! For a start it didn’t rain! To see the green full with 6 rinks, 48 people bowling, is something we haven’t seen for a long time and the place was alive. We played a mixture of good bowls, bad bowls, wrong biases, …
Hard luck to Jean & Norman who lost in their National Mixed Pairs Area semi-final yesterday. Winners were Rob H & Anna M from Ashford. They play the winners of Paul C (West Ealing) & Dawn v Paul & Elaine from Hurlingham Park. That match is at HP on Friday evening. Congratulations to Steve G, …
Thanks to Laurie Gasgoine for the league table:- 2021 SOUTH MIDDLESEX B.A. MIXED LEAGUE Team Matches Played W L D Match Win Points Rinks Won Rinks Lost Rinks Drawn Rink Win Points Default Points TOTAL POINTS Shots For Shots Against Diff BISHOP DUPPAS 6 3 3 0 6 14 10 0 28 34 430 373 …
Well done to Steve & Norman on winning their match this morning and to Jean & Nadine on winning their MIddlesex Pairs tonight. This puts Jean & Nadine into the semi-finals at Hayes on Saturday 4th July. Timings to be advised. Tomorrow (Tuesday), we have the Senior Fours for the chaps after Norman & Jean …
Janice M had an Open Garden yesterday afternoon assisted by Marie. I hope they had lots of visitors and it must have been a relief to finish before that deluge of wet stuff dropped out of the sky in the early evening. Gee whizz, there was a lot of water in a very short space …
We are very lucky in that this is the first Friends match of the 2021 season. It will be a full 6 rink game, starting at 1.30 pm. If anyone coming along to support and spectate and would like to join in the meal afterwards, Tuna Pasta Salad followed by Eton Mess, please let Ange …
No club match today but Ange & Tina are playing Sarah & Lucy in the Senior Pairs at midday. It should be a very close game. All four girls have been playing really well. Jean, Nadine, Ann, Cathy & Dawn are all heading off to Banbury in search of cakes. No, we’re not really. Last …
Firstly, congratulations to the ‘old boys’ for their win against Hampton last night. It was a good match and the heads were all pretty good. Fractions and angles! Good to see Brian C with his family playing too. Dan doesn’t seem to have lost his touch since he moved to North Devon! Bowls and golf …
Well done to Steve, Norman & Kevin who won their delayed Middlesex Triples yesterday afternoon v Hampton. The play date was last Friday and, if you can remember that far back, it was a completely wash out of a day! They now play Laurie Gasgoine’s triple at Bishop Duppas on 5th July or earlier? Talking …
I overslept this morning – doesn’t help when you’re wide awake at 2.00 am. Doh! That’s my excuse from withholding vital (or not) information from you! Anyway, mixed bag of results last night. Ange & Dawn and Sarah & Lucy retreated from the greens licking their wounds, not having played their best BUT that means …
Busy morning with the Ladies Double Rink v Rosedale. One rink home, one away both starting at 10.00 am In the afternoon, we play Springfield at home at 2.30 pm Scott, Joan & skip Laurence Roy E, Corale & skip Richard Ray, Gordon & skip Gym Audrey, Bernard & skip Dawn Match Captain: Laurence Whites …
Congratulations to Ann H on her Senior Singles win. This puts Ann into the Area Final. She has to play Wanda from North London. This match will be on a neutral green, so we will try and find out when and where for you! Unfortunately Cathy didn’t make the Championship Final when she lost to …
Firstly good luck to Cathy who is playing in the semi-finals of the Middlesex Singles Championship at Holtwhites this morning. Hopefully she will also be playing this afternoon in the final. Good luck to Ann H in the Senior SIngles at CP this morning v Marion Bushnell – postponed after Friday’s deluge! And good luck …
What a wash out of a Friday! Goodness me. I don’t think we’ll have to water the gardens for a week! I haven’t bothered to ask Alexa (She’s still sulking anyway.) but the Met Office states it’s not going to rain on Saturday until 5.00 pm. Anyone taking bets?! We shall do our best against …
Belated Happy Birthday to Dick for yesterday. We hope you had a great day with so much more freedom than your birthday last year. Happy Birthday to Pauline Barnes for today. We hope you stay dry and manage to celebrate! Congratulations to Kevin on his Unbadged Singles win. Congratulations to Sarah & Lucy, Jean & …
As hinted on Tuesday, Audrey was indeed knocking on the Middlesex Colts’ Badge door and it has been opened, confirming that she had accumulated enough points over the years up to 2019 to receive her badge at a special County game on 14th July at Fordbridge Park. Congratulations to another ‘Red Coat’! Good luck …
Teams for the match … David H, Roy, Norman & skip Steve G Laurence, Gordon, Gym & skip Kevin Whites with Centenary White Shirts. Captain: Norman Looking forward to a win!
…… for Sarah and her team mates and her club mates too! With a nudge from Ange this morning to check the Middlesex Handbook and following confirmation from Jacquie E; by reaching the Final of the MIddlesex Triples yesterday, Sarah has won her Middlesex Colts’ Badge! At the end of the season, all those who …
There will be some maintenance work on the green which will put it out of action on Wednesday morning, so if you and your chums were planning to come down, please could you come at midday instead – and ring your chums who are not on the internet! You could start with a beer and …
Eight of the chaps are playing in the Double Rink v Ashford on Saturday morning (19th) at 10.00 am at Cambridge Park. Although Gordon is up for a second game, the others can’t make it. We are therefore two men short for the South Middlesex League on Saturday afternoon away at Bishop Duppas. 2.30 pm …
Congratulations to Corale & Tony Hartland for their +13 win in the club’s Carter Cup Competition. They narrowly beat Bernard & Kevin L who had +12. Thanks to Laurence for organising then re-organising into pairs after a couple of drop outs in the morning. Thanks to Ann M for preparing a very welcome Ploughman’s meal …
So, apologies as I missed Scott’s birthday yesterday. Hopeyou had a good day and your Mum didn’t burn the BBQ! (I know she won’t have!) Early birthday greetings to Gerry for tomorrow, Sunday 13th. We hope you have a lovely day and stay cool. Commiserations to Norman & Steve who lost their Middlesex Pairs on …
Both our Triples won yesterday v Staines. Congratulations to them and also to Kevin L, who won his Middlesex Unbadged Singles match (he kept that one quiet!). Next round for Kevin is next Thursday, time tbc. Good luck to Jean v Tina, Cathy v Dawn in the Singles Championships and Norman & Steve G who …
Good luck to the team plalying this afternoon Ray, George, Janice, Roy, Teresa and David Hale, who is captain. Gym is emergency reserve. Suncream, hat, water!
Well done to everyone who played today. It was wins for Laurence & Kevin in the Whisky Pairs, Cathy in the Champion of Champions; and Sarah, Ange & Dawn in the Triples. Jean plays Tina Cooper at Bishop Duppas at 2.00 pm on Friday. Steve and Norman are back on the green at 4.00 pm …
If I’ve got this right, Norman & Steve take on Laurence & Kevin in the Middlesex Whisky Pairs this afternoon at MIDDAY, not 2.00 pm. As this particular competition doesn’t result in a National, the format should be 21 ends and 4 bowls each. This is luxury compared to the other pairs competitions which are …
There were wins for Jean, Cathy & Dawn in the Middlesex Championships and Laurence & Gordon (on the 19th end – wow!) in the Senior Pairs! Well done to all. The nexxt round of the MIddlesex Singles is on Friday, when Jean will play Tina away at Bishop Duppas and Dawn will play Cathy at …
Sunday 6th June – Ladies Two Bowl Singles – Dawn lost in the first round. Audrey, Ange and Marie lost in the second round and Ann lost on the last end in the third round .. to Tina C, so for the first time in many years, Cambridge Park won’t be in the quarter-finals of …
We had a great day at the Johns Trophy & Walker Cup trials. Trevor cut the green early this morning and Terry set it up for us. Top dogs were definitely Norman and Sarah who did a brilliant job with making cups of tea/coffee, sorting out the food, clearing up and washing up and being …
We are very pleased to be hosting the Middlesex Ladies Johns Trophy and Walker Cup Squad Trials today. Two matches of 15 ends each, one starting at 10.00 am and the other at 1.30 pm Cambridge Park are well represented in the trials with Ange, Ann H, Cathy, Jacquie, Janice, Jean, Marie, Nadine, and Dawn …
The sun beat down upon us yesterday at the Middlesex v Bedfordshire match. It was only 3 rinks but it was brilliant to get out on the green with friends from the other side of MIddlesex for the first time since summer 2019. Everyone enjoyed the bowls and the hospitality provided by Bush Hill Park …
Teams for Sunday. Some of you are trying out new positions. It’s a friendly, so give it a go. It’s a good chance to learn more about the game. Joan O’N, Roy, Jean & Norman Bernard, Corale, Stella K & Richard H Steve P, Gordon, Teresa & Kevin Brian, Ray, Lucy & Laurence Captain: Norman …
Well done to Nadine, Cathy & Ann who beat the Staines’ triple and to Sarah, Ange & Dawn winning their triples against Fordbridge Park. They are now both through to the quarter-finals next Wednesday, 9th at 6.00 pm …. playing each other. Oh drat. No pressure then! Commiserations to Laurence and Kevin who played their …
As I gather some of you may have not realised, the indoor section is open again with regular roll ups 10.00-12.00 on Tuesdays and Thursdays being run by Wilma. At the moment, play is limited to 6 per rink and I’m sure you’re all familiar with the hand sanitising, equipment disinfecting and social distancing! The …
Fancy a roll up? Have a family member or neighbour with nothing planned today? Then pop down to the Club between 10.00 am and 6.00 pm Ange, Scott and co will be welcoming you with open arms and a chance to learn some new skills Jane will have the bar open from 11.30 am, so …
Thanks to Richard H who has started off his and Gordon’s month of team selection. Joan O’N Bernard & Teresa Stella S, Gordon & Richard H Stella K, Brian C & Lucy Please tick your name off on the board after selection, so we know you know you’re playing! Thanks
Well let’s hope we do a bit better today. We had a bit of a pasting yesterday v West Ealing. At one point Laurence’s rink were neck and neck, then a couple of ends ran away with them. Teresa’s rink were behind then they picked up a 5 to put them in with a chance, …
Good luck to all those playing today. 2.30 pm start if anyone else is in the area and would like to come and watch. The bar will be open for all types of beverage all afternoon! There’s also an Open Day on Monday with 10.00-12.00; 1.00-3.00; and 4.00-6.00 pm sessions. Bring a friend, a neighbour. …
Friday Night Roll Ups start tonight – speak to Brian Curwood if you’d like to join in. Also tonight is the start of the Middlesex Ladies’ Pairs’ competition. At Cambridge Park, Lucy & Sarah take on Cathy & Ann H, whilst Jean & Nadine head over to Ashford for their tie and Jacquie & Marie …
We will have a tough game on our hands, so any supporters to come along and give us a cheer will be welcome! The following have been selected to represent the Club. 1. Dave Wilson 1. Roy Ebinezar 2. Steve Pennington 2. Richard Hermitage 3. Dawn Slaughter 3. Gym Brown Skip Kevin Liffen Skip …
Well done to everyone who played yesterday. I understand it was a 2.5 – 0.5 win for Cambridge Park. No one has let me know who had the top rink yet. Happy Birthday to Kevin L. We hope you have a great day. As it’s not going to rain, we hope you get a birthday …
Match v Hurlingham Park this afternoon at 2.30 pm at Cambridge Park. Will the weather hold? Well, if this morning’s clouds blow over, it’s supposed to be better later and then from tomorrow, I think the 7th wettest May on record will just about be over! I guess we’re lucky as it’s been the worst …
As mentioned yesterday morning, there were two Middlesex County Triples comp matches last night. At 5.10 pm, I asked Alexa what was the weather forecast and whether it would rain. Temperature was 12 dropping to 7 C and no rain until 8.00 pm. She was wrong. Wrong big time! Almost at 6.00 pm to the …
The match sheets for this weekend and all the June matches are now in their original place on the Outdoor Fixture Board – which is en route to the bar from the dining room. During June, Gordon & Richard H have stepped up to be team selectors. Thank you.
Welcome to Lisa W for her outdoor CP match debut Lisa, Joan O’N, Gordon & skip Laurence Ray V, Corale, Nadine & Teresa Tricia, Bernard, Steve P & Kevin L Sarah, Roy, Gym & Dave P Reserves: Dawn Captain: Laurence Whites with Club/Centenary Shirts. Match Fee: £3.00
2.30 pm start at Home. Greys with club/centenary shirts Joan O’N, Corale & skip Gordon Audrey, Roy & skip David H Stella K, Bernard & skip Gym Reserves: Ray V and George Captain: Gordon
Happy Birthday to Ange and her twin sister Sue, who it was good to see again at the weekend. We hope you both have a great day and Ange celebrates really well in the triples tonight! Ange, Sarah & Dawn take on a triple from Ashford, while Ann, Nadine & Cathy play another Sunbury team. …
However, the weather was consistent in being cold and windy! It was a win v Mid Surrey in the Richmond & Barnes League on Saturday but a loss to West Ealing in the Mixed Friendly yesterday. There was a considerable amount of banter on Ann H’s rink with Cathy, Audrey and Ange against Robin Innes. …
I need a bit of time to put something together from yesterday’s match, but it was good to welcome Hampton, Masonians, Strawberry Hill, Bishop Duppas and Teddington to join us with the celebration. We didn’t really get wet, just very cold from the wind!
Looking forward to a wet and windswept Centenary match this afternoon at 2.30 pm! We will laugh at it no doubt! It’s also a big weekend for birthdays with Val F, Ann H, Ray V and Ange (and her twin sister, Susie, of course! We hope you have time to celebrate with your families and …
Crikey, wasn’t it wet, wet, wet?! Jacquie, Marie and Janice also caught the hailstones and storms during their match. The rest of us who played at 6.00 pm just got soaked through! Next round for Ange, Sarah and Dawn and first appearance for Ann, Nadine and Cathy will be next Monday, 24th at Cambridge Park. …
1. Roy Ebinezar 1. Gordon MacLeod 2. Steve Pennington 2. Ray Verralls 3. Dawn Slaughter 3. George Hughes Skip Kevin Liffen Skip Laurence Gatfield 1. Audrey Hay 1. Sarah Hall 2. Ange Cumine 2. Tricia Green 3. Cathy Taylor 3. Lucy Horan Skip. Ann Halliday Skip. Steve Gibson Reserves: Match Captain: Dawn Match …
1. Gordon Macleod 1. Sarah Hall 2. Ray Verralls 2. Dawn Slaughter 3. Norman Chart 3. Lucy Horan Skip Teresa French Skip Gym Brown 1. Roy Ebinezar 2. Ange Cumine 3. Kevin Liffen Skip. Jean Staples Reserves: Match Captain: Dawn Match Fee: Dress: WHITES with Club Shirts Other Notes: …
If you are playing or spectating and would like sandwiches, please sign up on the sheet at the club – might be in the lobby or on the noticeboard – have a look around! Ange will put it up this morning 1. Sarah Hall 1. Margaret Barnes 2. Ange Cumine 2. David Hale Skip …
MIXED FRIENDLY FIXTURE v BISHOP DUPPAS on WEDNESDAY 19th MAY AWAY at 2.30 pm 4 RINKS The following have been selected to represent the Club. 1. Bernard Chapman 1. Ray Verralls 2. Joan O’Neill 2. Janice Martin 3. Marie Curry 3. Ange Cumine Skip Norman Chart Skip Jean Staples 1. Sarah Hall 1. Tricia …
This is the latest missive from the EIBA. And in words …. 210513 – EIBA Return-to-indoor-bowls-guidance-version7
Another afternoon of sunshine and showers with waterproofs coming on and going off. Unfortunately, we lost despite best efforts. In the meantime, Ange, Scott, Sarah in the morning and Duncan and I tackled some of the flowerbeds. Thank you for your help. Teams for this week will be posted up later. I haven’t been given …
Well done to everyone who played yesterday. 2-2 is a great result against a strong Ashford team (who didn’t have any ladies playing!). 1 point per rink win and 1 point for the team who has the most overall shots. So, it’s important we all fight for every shot over those 21 ends. Roy E, …
Cambridge Park is enjoying the start of its Centenary Year and we are so pleased to see many members whom we haven’t seen for the last 12-14 months come along to play and enjoy the bar facilities. Tomorrow, being 17th May and Roadmap Step 3, I am sure it will warm up considerably and we …
Looking forward to the Centenary Event next Friday, we are hoping to get 6 x Triples out instead of 5, which would be great. We have plenty of names for that but could do with just a few more for the Imber Court match at home on Tuesday 18th and just 3 more for the …
Good luck to those playing in the first South Middlesex League game v Staines this afternoon. Play well but, more importantly, enjoy it! Norman will be there from 2.00 – 4.00 ish with the latest order of Centenary Shirts which arrived last night (after our match – doh!) We had a great of colour on …
Well done to everyone who contributed to the Middlesex Bannerette from Terry & Ann, Ange & Scott, Norman, Gordon, Sarah, Audrey, Jane for their pre-match work to everyone who played and those brave spectators who stayed to the end, despite the drop in temperature to the samosa and pakora donation from Lynde House. On top …
Bowls England is delighted to publish our latest guidance for Return To Play, following today’s (Monday 10 May) confirmation from the Prime Minister regarding a further easing of restrictions from next week. From Monday 17 May, England will enter Step 3 of the Government’s roadmap, and this is now reflected in our latest guidance. The …
Teams: John D, George H, Lucy & Kevin L Ray V, Gordon, Ange & Gym Steve P, Joan O’N, Norman & Steve G Reserves: Richard H & Corale Captain: Norman Whites with Club shirts. The bar will be open
Whites with Club Shirts Teams: Roy E, Dawn, Richard H & Gym Tricia, Terry, Norman & Steve G Audrey, Ray V, George & Kevin L Reserves: Gordon and Lucy Captain: Dawn Whites with club shirts. Bar will be open
Four matches in 5 days. Wow. We’re hitting the green running! Teams:- Scott, Nadine & Norman Ray V, Richard H & Gym Gordon, David H & George Tricia, Roy E & Ange Captain: Norman Greys with club shirts.
I’m not sure about the lusty bit nor do we live in Camelot, BUT it’s the first morning for over a month without an overnight frost! So, get out in your gardens and put those seeds and seedlings in. Monday Afternoon Leagues start today. Good luck to everyone playing. On Wednesday, if you have one, …
Despite the torrential downpour yesterday morning, it was agreed the game would go ahead. George thought it might help in slowing their green down a bit! In fact the green looked lovely and the pace was perfect, although that doesn’t mean we all played perfect shots every time! Audrey had a marathon and a half’s …
Our first ‘Centenary’ game this year when 6 men and 6 ladies from the County squads take on a team of 6 men and 6 ladies from the Club. We are extremely fortunate to be able to play this game in May and thank Jacquie Elkin, Andy Docker, Liz Dutton and the county for their …
I was hoping to report of a friendly match with a win for Cambridge Park this morning. However, even though the fixture was confirmed by Sunbury, it did not make their fixture list. Oh! We’ve all made mistakes. Still, it was a good job it was the fixture was scheduled for home as our team …
Play well and enjoy it this afternoon. Make sure you have enough layers on. If you have your own hand sanitising kit, please take it with you – the same goes for Saturday. Don’t forget to vote in the Mayoral Elections. Unfortunately, unless you’re Corale, you won’t be able to vote at the club!
Teams for Saturday: Audrey, Dawn & skip George Ange, Gordon & Dave P Tricia, Margaret* & skip Steve G Ray V, Lucy & skip Kevin L Match Captain : Dawn It’s whites. Please come changed as there are no changing room facilities available but there is a loo of course! Shoes can be changed beside …
In case I haven’t posted this on here already, the teams are: Brian C, Nadine & skip Norman Janice, Marie & skip George Joan, Gordon & skip Richard H Audrey, Margaret & skip David H Reserves; Ray V and Tricia (who will both be playing in Saturday’s game) Captain: Norman 2.30 pm start. Greys. Come …
We were fortunate enough to have a visit from Mr Squires or Squires Garden Centre yesterday. They are going to give us two or three rhododendrons to plant as a reminiscence of the garden surrounding the bowls green back in 1921, which is lovely. He thought the whole outside area a real treasure and had …
Well that wind was blowing a hooley last night. I wouldn’t have liked to be having dinner or a drink even in a pub garden at 9.00 pm! It’s not surprise that the hospitality industry is asking that indoor dining be opened earlier than 17th May! However, it might be a lot warmer by then …
Yesterday’s match v Masonians resulted in a draw … from our perspective 2-2. Masonians considered it a win for them with 69-67 shots across the board! Wins for Gym, Gordon & Audrey and top rink for Sarah, Lucy & Kevin. Congratulations! The rest of us must try harder next time. Alas the match v Ashford …
That’s a bit of a shame as the match v Masonians is due to start shortly after that! (It’s lovely out now – crisp and sunny.) It was supposed to be 3 rinks this afternoon but we think it might now be 4 triples to give us an extra bowl each. Teams: Sarah, Lucy & …
Thanks to David Hale who has done a sterling job in securing a couple more teams and organising the Monday League. Fixture list and arrangements below. ‘Cambridge Park NPL League’ Matches 2021 Season Cambridge Park B.C. Cambridge Park, Twickenham, Middlesex TW1 2PG Tel. 020 8892 0181 E-mail : cambridge_park@btconnect.com League Organiser: …
A few roll ups including this morning Friday – from 10.00 am – 12.00 pm with bar open for outside drinks Tomorrow, Saturday, from 2.00 – 4.00 pm Monday 10.00 am – 12.00 pm as usual even though it’s Bank Holiday For all the above, the maximum of 24 on the green applies. After 17th …
Morning! Just a reminder that Membership Forms are available to download here 210402 – CP Membership Application 2021-2022 – Rev.1 or a paper version can be collected from the round table in the Clubhouse. They need to be completed and given to Ange or put in the C pigeon hole. Ange will then issue your …
Well we’ve been back on the green a few days now. Are you enjoying it? How are your muscles? I hope they’re not aching too much! The green was playing very well on Saturday – more like the speed of an end May green. Maybe this will encourage a few indoor bowlers to come and …
Don’t worry, I won’t be ruining another song – if there is one called Five Months More! If we’re playing from now until the end of September, that means 5 months of outdoor bowling. Let’s hope that North East wind disappears soon! Now, HUGE apologies to Ann M, who organised a raffle on Saturday and …
There was sun! There was warmth! There were bowlers! There was banter! There was outdoor hospitality! There was a Birthday! And, most importantly, we were with friends! Well done to everyone who helped get the club ready from digging, washing, polishing, gardening, de-mossing, leaf clearing and to those working yesterday – Ange & Scott, Gordon, …
One day more Another day, another destiny This never-ending road to bowling green These members who seem to know my fate Will surely come a second date One day more Will you take your place with me? The time is soon One day more One day to a new bowls season Raise the flag of …
Does anyone remember when we last used the Cambridge Park flag? Gordon found the bunting but he and others have drawn a blank on the flag when they looked yesterday. It must be hiding somewhere. The County websites have been updated this week, so if you’re looking for more information, please head over to http://www.middlesexcba.co.uk/ …
I am not a football fan as most of you know. However, I am glad that our six clubs have withdrawn from the Super League. Supporting football as a fan has crept up and up in cost with the seats, the ever changing kit, etc. Football needs its fans from the 3 year olds to …
I spoke to one of our clients at the beginning of the week whose birthday had been the week before. It was the first birthday without her husband who died in January. “It was awful, just awful” she said even though she had had lunch with a friend. They hadn’t been married 73 years like …
Another couple of changes on the Fixture List with the addition of Springfield on 26th June and the removal of some of the Middlesex Ladies’ matches due to a later start and all being knock out competitions. If we (Middlesex) win the first round of the Walker Cup v Oxfordshires (Away), the team might get …
I don’t know how many of you caught HRH Prince Philip’s funeral on television yesterday. I managed to park the car for the 1 minute silence and then watched a bit on my phone before going home to watch on catch up. I thought it was a very moving occasion and Prince Philip had done …
Bring your workign/gardening/rubber gloves and sandpaper and come along between 10.00 and 12.00 and see what you can do to help get the outside area into better shape for the Centenary. There’s still plenty of ivy in the flowerbeds that could do with hoying out for those feeling strong enough. If you can manage an …
Thanks to everyone who came along yesterday morning and did their bit to help out. If I can remember everyone, there was Margaret B, Graham D, Beryl B, Norman, Sarah H, Terry & Ann M, Gordon, Ange, Scott, Gym, Shirley & Tony O, Brian N, Brian C, Derek R, Peter & Gill C, Peter A, …
The sun is shining but it’s still cold, so make sure you have plenty of layers you can take on and off depending on whether you’re lugging mats or cleaning tables etc. in groups of six. 10.00 am – 12.00 pm. Bring rubber gloves and/or gardening gloves or whatever you need to handle things that …
Lovely morning although chilly at 0C. For all those gardeners, don’t plant out your seedlings yet. The weather girl said there would still be overnight frosts/low temperatures. If you’re coming to join the working parties tomorrow, please make sure you’re warm enough and bring rubber and/or gardening gloves! If you’re reading this and play outdoors …
It’s snowing! So if you’re heading out for coffee, the pub for a drink or a meal, make sure you’ve got plenty of layers on. If you’re heading to the shops, hairdresser, beauty parlour, gym, swimming pool (brrrr), remember to keep your distancing up and wash your hands as soon as you get home. We’ve …
Brain fog seems to be happening to lots of people. It’s a symptom of pregnancy, not that I think that affects any of our members! It’s a symptom of post Covid, which I hope isn’t the case for you. Maybe it’s a symptom of the last weird and not-so-wonderful year with all the lockdowns, restrictions, …
Such sad news this morning that the 99 year old HRH Prince Philip the Duke of Edinburgh has passed away. To lose a spouse after 73 years of marriage would be heartbreaking for anyone and our thoughts go to Her Majesty, The Queen and the others in the Royal Family. She always spoke of him …
Good to see the Isleworth contingent getting the daily exercise along the towpath in the cold yesterday! A few snippets fowarded from Steve G which I hope make you smile on this sunny (and chilly again) Friday! Thanks, Steve. Put chocolate at the top of your list today. That way, at least you’ll get one …
We hope you have a lovely day with a bit of outdoor socialising (as it’s not as cold as the last two days) and that you have a season of your bowls arriving near the jack!
As mentioned, I was stewarding at a vaccination centre yesterday – missed Terry M who was getting jabbed in the morning. It wasn’t exactly busy. Some people turned up at about 3 pm looking for any spare so they could be inoculated. One of the ladies in charge of the centre told them to go …
… maybe most of you will still be in bed but as you move into consciousness from your sleep, you’ll be thinking about getting ready for joining a working party down at the Club. At least I think that’s what you will be doing! It’s bloomin’ cold this morning so I hope it’s a bit …
So, late again today with this post. I received an email from the Chairman at 6.45 am saying Channel 5 were coming into the office this morning to do an interview regarding the latest news on “Don’t book a summer holiday abroad yet” that came out in the PM’s news briefing yesterday. I had intended …
I hope you had a good Easter Sunday. I was prepared for the cold weather that I thought was forecast. Wrong! Anyway, I was down at the club having a wrestle with some of the ivy which had cemented itself into the ground across the flowerbed. It was surprisingly warm so I took a few …
Happy Easter to everyone. I hope your day is filled with daffodils, eggs and a good family catch up outdoors or zoomed!
At the Board Meeting today, Gordon says he likes to read the website post each morning with his cup of tea. Oops. Failed miserably today as it’s now 4.27 pm! Anyway, with Trevor’s approval and providing we don’t get deluged with rain in the next 3 weeks, the outdoor green will open on Saturday 24th …
I hope you all enjoyed yesterday’s lovely weather. What a treat! On the downside, if you have been sneezing more than you thought you ought to, you could be suffering from pollen from the birch trees. Think it’s getting chiller over the weekend, so get out today if you can. Richmond Terrace was pretty busy …
This article was in the St Margaret’s e-Newsletter . I don’t know if any of you receive the newsletter into your inbox. It has some good articles and is always kept up-to-date with local news, events etc. If any of you are willing to post flyers for our Open Day on Monday 31st May after …
Well, we’re another step closer to meeting friends with groups up to 6 people or 2 households (if that makes more than 6) being able to meet outside. Only another 14 days until we can sit outside for a meal which someone else has cooked and someone else will wash up. Can’t wait! I am …
The updated Fixture List is now available on the Calendar page, with a big thanks to Ray V for all the hard work he has put in so that we have a pretty full summer of fixtures. Great job! We will get sign up sheets in the lobby for the first few matches after 12th …
Good that bowling is allowed from Monday but not so good for those of us whose greens aren’t opening until the end of April but we only have another 4 weeks to wait! In the meantime, if you would like to order a Club Centenary Polo Shirt or Fleece, please contact Norman. GET YOURSELVES READY …
Bowls England published this on Thursday afternoon. I know not all our bowlers are involved in National Competitions but Bowls England have stated they will update their guidance for “bowls at grassroots level” very soon. It will be published on here as soon as we have it. COMPETITIVE EVENTS – UPDATE 25th March, 2021 by Matt Wordingham …
This interview with Katherine Rednall came up on one of the Facebook groups and it’s worth a listen. They have interviewed other bowlers around the world, so if you’re looking for something different to occupy the odd half hour, look up The Canadian Bowler Interview on YouTube and select a couple to listen to.
A few updates from the Government, but we still have to wait for Bowls England for further guidance . Selected highlights below, but you can read the full article on https://www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-grassroots-sports-guidance-for-the-public-and-sport-providers?fbclid=IwAR1VTln7xncXYCoodevT0jj6zdj9U5k15PtJ_Uuhr53Rr6zMYj6_YQTz33U Coronavirus (COVID-19): grassroots sports guidance for the public and sport providers This guidance sets out information for the public and sport providers on how …
“Bright as a morning in May. I wish that I could fly. ‘ave you ever the grass so green or a bluer sky? Oh, it’s a jolly ‘oliday with Margaret/Beryl/Jims/Gerry/Norman/Nadine/Anns/Terry/Ange/Sarah/Lucy/Peters/Richards/Kevins/Mikes/Jeans/Rons/Archie/Ians/Gym/Gordon/Laurence/Steves/Tricia/Barry/Teresa/Tina/Jonathan/Johns/Brendas/Eileens/Val/Brians/Daves/Davids/Bobs/Frances/Gill/anyone and everyone ! OK, so it’s not a holiday with Mary Poppins and Bert, just another day in lockdown but one much nearer freedom and …
But first, belated Happy Birthday greetings to Jean S for yesterday. The little bird got delayed! It looks as if you were well looked after and spoiled by all the family. Hopefully it was your only birthday in lockdown. This is just a reminder to complete your Census Day form online or by paper and …
Good to hear from Linda again. She sent this on Vaccine Alert: This happened yesterday and is important information for our age group. A friend had his 2nd dose of the vaccine at the Vaccination Centre, after which he began to have blurred vision on the way home. When he got home, he called the …
I’m afraid Comic Relief Day has sort of slipped by what with everything else that is on around us. Relief in the form of humour is good for all of us whether we can afford to donate to the BBC Comic Relief charity or not. Radio 4 Extra have a selection of comedy programmes … …
For us in the south of the country, we will have 12 hours and 1 minute daylight today. YES! Things are getting brighter all round!
I hope our Irish contingent enjoy St Patrick’s Day even though it’ll have to be socially distanced. Here are memories of 2016 when Billy Banks organised our St Patrick’s Day Competition. It was great fun!
Heard from Gerry yesterday (who, like most of us, is itching for warmer weather!) who was walking in the Woodlands Garden in Bushy Park where he bumped into Mike Brown who works there and both chaps are well. Isle of Wight Ron has finished his sessions of treatment and is hoping to get down to …
I picked this up from the St Margaret’s e-newsletter yesterday regarding our job in protecting Skylarks in Richmond Park Please feel free to forward to any of your friends who might walk in Richmond Park and not pick this up anywhere else. How strange that skylarks nest on the ground!
51 weeks since posting this …. I wonder what my Mum would do today? Many of you remember her – June Mansell – played lead with a set of 00 brown bowls. She was tiny with a terrible habit of smoking (!) but a heart of gold and definitely a do-er. She would knuckle down …
The Met Office states it’s 10C today but feels like 3C. Still brrrrr then! Put an extra layer on when you go out! Have you have your Census Form yet? Have you filled it in? I thought it had to be physically done on 21st March but some of my work colleagues have already done …
Norman is taking orders for Club Centenary Polo Shirts and Fleeces. They’re a very nice quality and you’ll look great when out with friends – when we’re allowed out/in with friends! If you’re on Facebook, you can go to the Cambridge Park page and see the video of Norman modelling the shirt and the …
Being positive and looking ahead to when we get out on the green, Bowlswear Direct based at Wey Valley IBC are taking orders on their website now, but (DV) will be opening their doors for customers on 12th April Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays and Saturdays from 10am to 2pm to start off with. www.bowlsweardirect.com or …
OK, he was beside the lake and between the trees but George H wasn’t exactly fluttering and dancing! Good to catch up with him unexpectedly in the Woodlands Garden in Bushy Park. There were lots of daffodils dacing and fluttering but still loads to come out. The gardeners (including Mike Brown?) have taken out a …
I think it’s also numerous other special days, including the one where the children go back to school. Raise a mug, cup, glass or whatever to all the women you know but don’t forget all those who support us women, be it girl friends, partners, spouses, brothers, Dads etc. If you want to learn more …
I bumped into Peter & Gill C who had parked in virtually the identical spot to Ann & Terry beside the river. Is it a Cambridge Park parking space? Do we all take it in turns to park/walk/drive off before the next lot? Well, from tomorrow, Peter & Gill and Ann & Terry can park …
UPDATE | 2021 SEASON PLANNING 5th March, 2021 by Matt Wordingham Following last Saturday’s meeting and two further consultation sessions with our county colleagues, we wanted to provide an update to our bowls community on plans for the 2021 season. Our overriding objective remains leading the sport’s return to play and helping provide an environment where all …
The link should take you to the EIBA Competition Form for next indoor season. Named Entrant Competition Entry Form A Inc International All entries submitted for 2020/21 are being carried over, so you only need to complete a form for changes or new entries. The Middlesex Indoor competition entry fees were re-imbursed, so there will …
Bumped into Terry and Ann yesterday. Terry said he hadn’t yet been over run with volunteers for ditch cleaning/clearing and rubber cleaning yet … but he would like some help as he’s cracked some ribs following slipping down a slope in Kingston. If any of you have cracked or broken ribs, you will know how …
It happens to most authors and I guess bloggers just the same, so apologies there wasn’t a post yesterday. The bowls’ news is centred on the Commonwealth Games in 2022 at Leamington and this year’s Nationals with a few things to be resolved by Bowls England in discussion with the County Secretaries. Closer to home, …
We will open indoors as soon as we can but here are the latest EIBA Guidelines. ROADMAP OUT OF LOCKDOWN HOW INDOOR BOWLS IS AFFECTED Following the Prime Minister’s Statement to Parliament this week on how the Government propose to ease lockdown restrictions and offer the Country a route back to a more normal life, …
The Maceys have reported that the cafe roughly where Richmond Ice Rink stood is indeed open and can recommend their sausage baps. More news as the duvets were discarded, the fleeces and jackets adorned as many of you stepped out in yesterday’s sunshine. Nadine reported that having seen no one for ages, she passed Beryl, …
Happy Birthday, Di! We hope you have a good day – the sun has come out for you. We hope there is tea and cake lined up, if not jelly and ice cream! Looking forward to seeing you and Dick back at the club when we’re allowed groups of 6 at the end of March. …
“WAKEY, WAKEY!” * Weather forecast is really good for today and the weekend, so make the most of your daily exercise and get outside. Take your own mug and get a take-away coffee/tea. Some shops reduce the drink charge if you have your own mug. I’m not sure if the cafe roughly where Richmond Ice …
Apologies that I missed the actual day! I hope you had coffee and cake to celebrate your only lockdown birthday! Fortunately most of us will only get one of those, unlike March/April babies.
For those of you who like Lidl or are curious, the new one in East Twickenham, between the club and Richmond Bridge, opens today. The Deer Park Primary School are moving into the two floors above it. The store includes a bakery (yummy), toilets (good news) and ample parking – although that might not be …
BOWLS ENGLAND LOOKS FORWARD TO START OF 2021 OUTDOOR SEASON 22nd February, 2021 by Matt Wordingham Today’s roadmap for the easing of lockdown restrictions enables Bowls England, counties and affiliated clubs to prepare with confidence for the 2021 outdoor season. The Prime Minister’s announcement confirmed that outdoor affiliated bowls clubs will be able to open from 29 …
Somewhere around Step 3, Cambridge Park will be a polling station and we can go nightclubbing at the end of June. Weyhey!
There was an amusing article in Saturday Times’ magazine (there are others) from Giles Coren regarding the number of cooking shows there are on television and cooking is no longer fun. An excerpt from near the end … Now, cooking is literally all we do. And when I say cooking, I mean digging out whatever …
You may remember that last Sunday I asked if any of you had used Park Lane Stables in Teddington. They were desperatelylooking for donations in order to keep the stables running and prevent the landlord selling up when the lease runs out in May. Shiriey O responded saying their grandaughter had had some rides there …
Well the temperature has certainly risen – 10C at the moment and going up to 14C! It’s a shame the sun isn’t out but maybe that will come later. Not a lot to report today except the news that family maybe able to make visits to care homes and hold hands with their loved ones …
Well Kevin K was a happy boy last night! It’s good when your team have a win be it local, county, professional or country. Brenda D has been glued to the tennis. There were some unbelievable shots in the Nadal match. Tsitsipas scraped through but it could have gone either way. Djokavic is currently on …
It’s going up to 17-18 C at the weekend. That’ll almost be shorts weather. Probably a good time to go and survery the ravages of winter on the gardens and see what needs digging up and check on the spring flowers about to show their colours. Really looking forward to that. Meanwhile today it just …
Shrove Tuesday. How did that come round so quickly? I made American Pancakes from “Nigella Bites”. Sometimes, I have bacon and maple syrup on them but today it’s blueberries, raspberries and Greek yogurt (other yogurts are available). We used to go to the dentist in Dorking (a squash plyaing friend started his practice there) and …
Not that I particularly fancy going anywhere where I have to cook but a chance of seeing someone else’s four walls could be the opening we’ve all been looking for. Good Friday is 2nd April (thank goodness it’s not 1st), so not too long to wait. Schools opening 8th March – get the teachers vaccinated, …
Think we’d better gloss over this morning’s cricket. What happened? Over confidence? Wales had a great win yesterday which will mean Ian and Luigi will be very happy today but the Scottish contingent will feel robbed. England, however, bounced back with extra verve with their 41-18 win over Italy. Keep it up lads! The Australian …
Just back from the Saturday newspaper loop and met Tricia G en route, so we socially distanced walked into Richmond before going our separate ways. She is well, jabbed and as fed up with the restrictions as the rest of us! Caught up with both Reg and George on the phone. They are also looking …
Mike & Tina are moving house today. It’s not raining and it’s not windy which is a plus but it’s not shorts weather either. We wish them good luck today and hope they’ll be very happy in their new home – still in Middlesex, so great for bowling! An email from Ann D yesterday confirmed …
We think it’s cold down here. I cannot imagine what -21 C feels like and don’t think I want to know either! How are you? Mixed messages in the news regarding staying at home on one hand and then saying obesity is greatest killer. Wrap up warm and get out for a walk even if …
So here we are, at the start of the Cambridge Park Bowling & Sports Club Centenary Year and we’re missing two vital roles! Norman has suggested that, you, the members send us your nominations. We have some special matches arranged so meeting, greeting players and officials will be part of the roles, as well as …
The English supporters won’t have minded that I forgot about the rugby yesterday. However, our Scottish contingent must have been leaping up and down with their earned win at Twickenham. On the plus side, the England supporters would have been over the moon with the cricket yesterday and a double century for Joe Root and …
That is such brilliant news! Outdoor socialising – hooray – we will be able to talk to our friends face-to-face not down zoom or skype or the like. It also looks good for the outdoor green opening at the end of April – another big yippee! Let’s hope we can get a few weeks of …
Brilliant news on the vaccine front. 10 MILLION! Is anybody in the club still waiting to be done ?! It’s also brilliant news that it seems to prevent one from spreading the virus. That is essential if we’re to get out of this hole. It made me thing of the song from The Greatest Showman …
I guess the news about Sir Captain Tom Moore departing this earthly world yesterday was not totally surprising. It would have been more than remarkable to beat pneumonia and Covid at any age, but it was just one step than he didn’t make. What he did leave was the opening for many others to follow …
Apart from a lot of live bowls from Australia which you can find via YouTube and Facebook, the Australian Open Tennis starts this weekend, but Brenda D has said that the ATP warm up tournament in Melbourne is also viewable online. If you have Amazon Prime Video, go to Sports and you can watch it …
I’m sure Monday was washday or was it Friday? The mangle eventually being replaced by the twin tub, hauling the soggy washing out of one bit and dropping it into the other. The machine creeping off its spot due to the vibrations; putting your hands on the lid and talking and it made your voice …
Hope you all stayed dry yesterday although I’m sure Lucy and Merve will have got wet at some point! I was wrong about the pigeons looking miserable on Richmond Lock Bridge yesterday. Not one in sight. They’d all gone into hiding, as had the seagulls! I saw one goldfinch on the feeder . Mind you …
Boy is it wet out there! We are lucky as most of us don’t have to venture outside our homes today. Not so for the birds as they have to move from their cosy tree/bush and get some food for them and their families. The ducks and swans and geese won’t care, but I bet …
So, it’s stopped raining, the sun is almost trying to come out; the daylight hours are getting longer; the hyacinths are breaking free from their green sheaths and I gather the snowdrops are out in Kew Gardens. We have to battle through another month of lockdown – and February is always a hit-and-miss month regards …
Kevin emailed yesterday. You will remember that he spent nearly a fortnight in hospital battling Covid. Dawn, I don’t know if you read or viewed the article on the use of Oximeters for monitoring the %age of oxygen in your blood last Wednesday on the BBC. Well when I was discharged from hospital, 2 weeks …
Well it was a very well deserved win of the World Championships. It didn’t matter what Greg did as Mark just came back another bowl even better. I thought the shot in the second end when Greg was holding 4, then Mark’s running bowl hit the target but cruelly dribbled through to take the shot, …
Thanks to another of our home reporters, Ann D, who spotted the semi-final was starting at 1.05 pm yesterday. Ann has also noted that the Final starts at 1.50 pm today, so make sure you’ve finished your lunch in good time to settle down with a tea/coffee for what should be a great match. The …
After disappointing news that both Wayne Willgress and Perry Martin had tested positive for Covid in the Friday morning test, it meant their quarter-final became void and put Mark Dawes straight into Sunday’s final. The quarter-final is the furthest either of the players have reached in this tournament, so they must be absolutely devastated. We …
Wow. Did you see Katherine Rednall v Alex Marshall – a match of two bowlers right at the top of their game. One drew to within 6″ of the jack, then the other drew inside it, then the first one nudged the jack away for a draw counteracted by a further draw end after end …
I hope you all managed to see a bit more of the matches than I did yesterday. I’d better not comment about how well they’re playing as it nearly put the KoD on Stuart Anderson yesterday! Katherine Rednall came through with a good win, as did Simon Skelton. Neither Devon Cooper nor Jack Bird managed …
Some more great matches yesterday. I missed all but the tie break of Mervyn King and Mark Dawes yesterday but Ann Bamber reported from West Molesey that it was a great match all the way through! She is thoroughly enjoying watching but like the rest of us would rather be playing. Perry Martin had a …
Tuesdays are always a rush as it’s recycling day so an added task before getting to the office at 8.00 am. It comes around every week, so I don’t know why it comes as a surprise! There was a brilliant turnaround with Devon Cooper v Julie Forrest yesterday. When they were on opposite sides in …
A lot of you have been called for your jabs and some are still waiting. You might like to see/hear this
Chilly Monday morning! Two good mixed pairs semi finals yesterday although the English pair of Devon Cooper & Les Gillett were outplayed by Julie Forrest & Stuart Anderson who were definitely on their game. The Final v Carla Banks & Rob Paxton is on Wednesday at 3.45 pm. Today’s games: 10.00 am Julie Forrest …
… You can spend the time removing the bobbles from your jumpers (1 of 50 suggestions in the Times to deal with cabin fever). Have any of you reached that stage yet?! Excellent singles matches again yesterday. Katherine did well to turn the game around, not that she played badly in the first set. …
Another week goes by. It sort of flies but doesn’t if that makes sense. I’m just gearing myself up for a wet walk. Listening to the rain on the skylights wasn’t conducive to my normal early start. Alexa says it’s +2C, so that’s better than -2C isn’t it? Did you see Greg & Bekki …
Some close matches yesterday with Julie Forrest only taking the lead against Jason Banks in the tie break ends and Greg Harlow had a lucky escape from Andy Thomson MBE. Did Andy really mean to play his last bowl out that wide? I’m really sorry to see he will be retiring from the World Bowls …
Ann B kindly sent this in for our ladies. Actually I think it works quite well for our chaps too! THOUGHTS OF AN OLDER PERSON An anonymous non-rhyming poem for the ‘silver aged’ Remember that we old folks are worth a fortune with silver in our hair, gold in our teeth, stones in our …
I refer of course to the brilliant ones as well as the ones a yard short of the jack! Yesterday, one of the commentators was mentioning that practice sessions on the portable rink can only be 2 at a time (those in support bubble) instead of the usual 4 and someone had booked an 11.30 …
A bit late as my pc wasn’t playing ball or bowls! Wayne Wilgress (Eng) and Michael Stepney (Scotland) are now in play just into final end of first set At 2.00 pm Paul Foster MBE (Scotland) plays Sam Barkley (Ireland – I think!) at 3.45 pm Stewart Anderson (Scotland) v Andrew Walters (Eng) – Andrew …
It was somewhat unusual that Kevin K hadn’t responded to recent posts but he emailed earlier today and, with his permission, I am copying his email below, which makes me well up every time I read it. Below is a quick summary of what has been occurring with our family of the past few weeks. …
In case you hadn’t realised the World Bowls Championships are on at Potters in Norfolk, yesterday afternoon saw Greg Harlow & Ellen Falkner go through to the Final of the Open Pairs to play Mark Royal & Jamie Chesney next Monday. There are four matches today which you can watch via the World Bowls Facebook …
Seventh Day of this lockdown. Can’t believe we haven’t completed a full week yet. If the November lockdown dragged, this one might drag more … unless we find some things to do. Keep watching the World Bowls Championships on Facebook or YouTube – they’re only17 days in total and that’ll be it for another year, …
Great to have the bowls via the internet. I seem to have watched four games already. If you can watch on YouTube or another catch up system, Paul Foster and Alex Marshall played a brilliant game. Who wouldn’t want a lead playing shots like that every end? Hands up those who would like to be …
Although we haven’t seen her for a year or more, Kath was a regular supporter at nearly all of Ken’s matches for years and years and years. Both were very good friends with Brenda and Dave S with whom they regularly shared leisure time. I’m sure a certain curry house in Surbiton was favoured monthly …
You can watch it on YouTube (as well as all the previous years’ matches) https://www.youtube.com/user/WorldBowlsTour or on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/worldbowlstour or on the wearejustapp.co.uk on your smart phone if you have one. A few changes to the line up but the Open Pairs starts at 10.00 am today Match 1st Round Quarter Finals …
Courtesy of one of Isle of Wight Ron’s friends…. SERIOUS LOCK DOWN ADVICE Everyone PLEASE be careful because people are going crazy from being locked down at home! I was just talking about this with the microwave and the toaster while drinking my tea, and we all agreed that things are getting bad. I didn’t …
It’s a spam email doing the rounds. Don’t click on anything either!
It is feeling like a day when a balaclava would be a good option of headwear! However, the sun is shining and if you manage to get out for even a short while, it should help your Vitamin D levels (although not as much as in the summer months! Did anyone else besides Isle of …
Congratulations to Peter and Gill Chapman for all their hard work in decorating their house. A terrific amount of work for which everyone who donated and every Cancer Research recipient must be extremely grateful.
This National Lockdown may mean we cannot open for bowls for a few weeks but, in the long run, we should be safer as more vaccinations will be done during this time. Gerry is still on for his second jab soon. Hooray! (I looked online and there are now more than 12 million ahead of …
Assuming nothing dramatic happens between now and Friday morning, you can keep up to date via FB screening or YouTube with this year’s Championships at Potters https://www.pottersholidays.com/world-bowls/world-bowls-championships-matches/ Details of players and match timings on the link above together with the link to the live streaming.
Any good suggestions for coffee etc with a friend besides the usual chain coffee shops? Tide Tables under Richmond Bridge – coffee is good and there are a few benches concreted in, so a chance to sit down – or take a bin liner to sit on the wall. Don’t lean back! On the opposite …
Listening to Good Morning Sunday today and thir theme was Clinging on to Christmas. Some people have Christmas presents under the tree awaiting the day that the family can come round again be it Easter or August. Although it’s not twelfth night yet, many are leaving the decorations up for another couple of months to …
I thought you might like to know what day of the week it is! The time of Betwistmas normally drags but it seems to be dragging more this time. We can’t even go mooching around the January sales and there’s only so much time one can spend in a supermarket for entertainment. Still, there’s plenty …
A new day, a new chapter, a new year. We’re moving forward. Time for fresh air! … And that is just what Sarah (camera woman), Lucy and Merve (now undisguised as Olive) did! Anyone like to share their New Year’s Resolutions? Real and ‘pie-in-the-sky’ resolutions accepted!
Well, what a year! It’s probably one that none of us would like to see repeated in our lifetime. It all started so promising then March arrived and the invisible virus that had been lurking under cover suddenly turned the world upside down. On the positive side, people looked out for their neighbours, their family …
Trevor will be very pleased as there was a hard frost which means the worms start going further underground and improving that soil – not sure if it’s because they aerate it by making holes or just chomp away and the nutrients they need but the green doesn’t. THe electrtician was in the Club doing …
I popped into Richmond Station Sainsburys in the hope they had a G9 lightbulb. OK, it was a long shot. However, I didn’t realise that they were sweeping the 2020 festive break under the carpet iand looking forward to ….. Let’s hope the vaccine arrives just as quickly as the Easter eggs! Very chilly …
2020 Christmas Day ticked off the list as another unusual ‘event’ day this year. On the plus side, having been out walking both yesterday and this morning, there was considerable lack of cans, bottles, glasses, party streamers etc on the paths, so that was good. Andy Knott, who will be familiar to some of you, …
And let’s raise a glass or a mug of something for those we have loved and lost. Gone but not forgotten.
Happy Birthday, John. We hope you are having a good day and steered clear of those reindeer! Norman has received the latest delivery of Centenary polo shirts and fleeces, so will be in touch after Christmas. Dancer and Prancer & Olive were out in training at the Club this morning and Comet and Cupid were …
Ann & Terry Macey would like to send best wishes for a Happy Christmas and the New Year to all the Club members. Ann also added that she will be having a big fund-raising raffle in 2021, so if you have duplicate Christmas gifts or ones you won’t use, please hang on to them and …
Whilst the hunt is on for those mischievous reindeers, I wanted to say thank you for all the emails that have been received. The Club has stayed open for play as much as possible, thanks to the drive of the Board directed by Ange’s healthcare professionalism with preparing and submitting the Risk Assessments with great …
Prancer – It’ll be Lonely This Christmas But Isle of Wight Ron has a different song … I’ll be Seeing You in All the Usual Places TODAY IS THE SHORTEST DAY – WHOOPEE! MORE DAYLIGHT HOURS FROM TOMORROW!
Following the Prime Minister’s announcement this afternoon (Saturday), we are very disappointed but we now have to close the Club for the next 14 days – this is up to and includes Sunday 3rd January – as we are placed under the Tier 4 restrictions. For several of you, this means you will unable to …
Aha, they found Prancer over there … between the trees! But where is Dancer?
Alas, the bar and kitchen will not be open for drinks and substantial meals today as we had hoped, so perhaps we can all raise a glass or a mug over our lunch to wish everyone a happy Christmas — we just have to use our imagination that we are all sitting in the same …
The reindeer are not ‘spaced’ out as on drugs(!), just spacing out on adjacent rinks in accordance with the Tier 3 guidelines even though it makes them a little bit sad not being able to try to outplay each other’s bowls on the same rink, although they could if they’re in a support bubble. However, …
Ok, so it’s Tier 3 from midnight tonight, but that means we will probably have to go back to solos and singles as it was pre-National Lockdown in November. Today is Tier 2, so if you want to play some pairs then book a rink. From tomorrow, it’s not a National Lockdown. The shops are …
Dancer and Prancer, ahead of the big event on 24th, took some time out on Saturday to focus on their socially distanced bowling!
Club looked pretty in the afternoon sky yesterday but not so wonderful in this morning’s rain. However, Trevor has been his green greenfingers to work and it looks great, doesn’t it? Thanks, Trevor. I haven’t heard from Kevin K after Friday night’s draw, but he said a week ago he would pay for the …
Today, Friday 11th December is Christmas Jumper Day in aid of Save the Children. Several people across the country are seen in festive attire to have fun whilst raising funds for children who need help in the way of food, clothing, home etc. Peter & Gill Chapman are also fund-raising for Cancer Research. A video …
Margaret B has not let the National Lockdown hours go to waste. What a brilliant display of talent! In previous years, if you’ve bought a crocheted poppy from the Club, it was Margaret who made them. She’s such a clever ‘girl’. Thanks for sending the photos (randomly placed!)
Norman had a good day yesterday with several shirts (including all the sapphire blue) being sold. He will be at the club on Wednesday and Friday at midday for sales and is taking orders for more shirts and first orders for the fleeces. With any luck the orders should be here in time for Christmas. …
Belated birthday wishes to both Pat S and Barbara P – apologies for missing them. We hope you were able to enjoy each of the days. I am sure there was tea and cake involved as you’re such good bakers!
Thinking ahead to our Centenary in 2021, Norman has bought some Centenary polo shirts for casual wear which are smart enough to reveal on Christmas Day when you’ve taken your Christmas Jumper off. Alternatively, they make a great Christmas present for family members. They cost £25 each and are really, really good quality with the Club …
As promised, here is the Chapman’s House ready for Christmas, but more importantly ready for anyone who would like to make a donation to Cancer Research. If you can get along to Whitton and put a few pounds in the box on the wall, it will help in the research for ways to treat and …
Great to see that rink bookings started flooding in yesterday with Richard D being the first kid off the block this afternoon and Peter J bringing up the rear tonight! Thank you. We are so pleased to be open again and your support through booking and playing is good all round. If you need rink …
As the National Lockdown was only 27 days in the end, we have sort of gained this extra day which could make it blast off. Is that more or equally as positive as a landing? I don’t think I want to watch 200+ people crushing each other to get inside the shops on Oxford Street, …
Having had a hunt around, it appears that the National Lockdown finishes tonight so Tier 2 comes into effect tomorrow on what would have been the Day 1 – National Lockdown Countdown. Psychologically ending the lockdown is a boost to our mental wellbeing even if we don’t fancy heading to the shops, pubs or cafes. …
Trevor was busy working on the outdoor green on Saturday. It looks very good indeed – getting into shape for the Centenary in 2021. Thank you, Trevor. In place of the odd squirrel or crow that likes to visit, we had a passing balloon on Sunday morning. As the trees shed the last of their …
Gill and Peter Chapman have their house all set up for their Christmas Fundraising in aid of Cancer Research. You can image what these will look like when the lights are switched on. Go and see for yourselves and if you can spare a donation, there is a collection box on the wall (which is …
Mike & Tina have 3 unwanted print cartridges if anyone would like them – free! And Dawn has one hp black cartridge No.364 Free to anyone who can use them. Ange and Des have suggested a Top Ten list of players from the British Isles – I’m assuming footballers but we can have a second …
Happy Birthday to the Queen of Cambridge Park Fundraising from all of us! We hope you have a good day, Ann, and the weather stays dry enough for you to walk along St Margaret’s Terrace and feed the ducks, but wrap up warm! Be sure to be back in time for tea though as it …
After the excitement of yesterday, the main stories seem to be the passing of Diego Maradona and which tier we’ll be in. I’m not a football fan, but I know a lot of you are. Was Maradona the best footballer of all time? Well done to Ann D who has made 4 Christmas Puddings and …
More upbeat news today – Christmas Family Bubbles with no doubt a smattering of Michael Buble songs but also it looks as if we can get back to bowls! The Cambridge Park Board meet on Thursday 3rd December at 11.00 am and it is hoped that approval will be received for re-opening for bowls for …
Was it only last year that Brian was enjoying a significant birthday as we headed off to Potters? We hope you have a great day, although it will be somewhat different this year – as with about 90% of our members’ birthdays. At least it looks as if your birthday month might well be able …
Sarah and Lucy (and Merve) got out in the fresh air today and enjoyed the sunshine. It was a glorious day – not too cold and no wind! Meanwhile Kevin L is the very proud owner of ‘Bernard’, a 1967 VX 1600 Variant which he inherited from his grandfather in 2004, …
Some days I have the attention span of a flea, although the memory of an elephant for trivia (the sort of which never comes up in a pub quiz1) Anyway, I have recentlly started listening to podcasts. Their length varies but you can stop and start and they’re a good option if an audible book …
It’s the weekend. It should be Yippee, it’s the weekend! but for most, it’s just another day as they are all rolling into one. Tomorrow is Stir Up Sunday, so today’s the day to check the store cupboards then go out to top up your dried fruit, flour, brandy etc to make your Christmas Cake. List …
There’s been a lot of good news about the vaccines arriving fairly quickly, some before Christmas and with our demographic age at the club, a lot should be near to the top of the queue. Hooray! However, there was an interesting discussion on the radio as to who should get the vaccines first, so here’s …
Margaret B kindly offered to lend me her book on The Poupart Family in the Borough of Twickenham 1874-1936 and a couple of other local history books to see if there was some useful information we could use for the Centenary. I collected it yesterday outside the club while out on an early lunch walk …
Hands up who has a petrol or diesel fuelled car? Hands up if you’re saving for a ‘green’ car? Hands up who will still be driving in 2030? So many questions. At least today’s news knocked Covid and Brexit off the top of the headlines! I was thinking 2030, that’s years and years away. It …
Another day checked off the 28 day countdown. It still looks a bit dodgy for after 2nd December but, anyway, we’ll keep our fingers crossed. Beryl Bassham’s daughter emailed on her behalf yesterday … Beryl started off her bowling career at Priory Park BC in Kew which, alas, closed after the summer of 2018. She …
I knew there was a reason for today’s late posting …. Ann & Terry weren’t feeding the ducks and geese at lunchtime, just enjoying their own flasks of coffee on St Margaret’s Terrace. (Ann was in the car.) I didn’t know it was called St Margaret’s Terrace until a photo came up on the St …
Some really good news – both Laurence and George H are now home from their hospital stays and both on the mend. Neither will be playing bowls all that soon but neither are we! We wish them well as they recouperate. The sun’s out now so a good time to get out in the fresh …
We’re in the teens! Hoo-bloomin’-ray! Chatted to a couple of people over the last few days and we all felt this lockdown was dragging more than the first. Maybe it’s because we’re not having to make a definite time to dash to the shops to buy food? How about you? Margaret B rang. She has …
Firstly, a belated Happy Birthday to Jim Parker who is alive and kicking in Rustington. His granddaughter has moved in to look after him, which he is very happy about. Secondly, check out Ann H’s response on the Day 21 post. What a brilliant story about her first bowls match! Thirdly, thanks to Breda who …
7 DAYS DOWN. HOORAY. WE’RE A QUARTER OF THE WAY THROUGH! There will be quite a few posts in the next couple of months as we look towards the Club’s Centenary next year. I’m a bit worried none of you seem to remember your first bowls match at the club – can you get your …
They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning We will remember them. Verse above extracted from the poem For the Fallen by Laurence Binyon
Welcome to a new day and brilliant news all over the news channels, radio stations and newspapers, following on from last night’s announcements! The Professor of Immunology (Daniel M Davis) from Manchester University was extremely positive about the vaccine, scoring it 8 out of 10. The 2 other points are (1) the difficulties is storing …
Has it really only been 4 and a bit days since we closed? Feels like a month! Good to socially distance bump into Eileen and Alan J and grandson in Osterley Park yesterday. The leaves are falling from the trees but there is plenty of space to walk around and the cafe is open for …
2020 A year when everything has changed What hasn’t changed is that millions gave up their lives for us today. Our parents, grandparents and other relatives fought for us in two world wars and other more recent battles striving for peace and freedom. We cannot thank them enough. In 2020 doctors, nurses and key workers …
I seem to have been out all day so apologies that this come so late in the day, although I am sure you’re not all sitting around waiting to see what pops up next. Hasn’t the weather been brilliant today? It wasn’t busy in Richmond at 9.00 am but I have just returned from walking …
One day down and only 27 to go of the National Lockdown and 197 days to the Anniversary of the first ever match at Cambridge Park! So, thinking ahead to our Centenary next year, I opened the photos that Paul Reynolds had dug up from the Middlesex archives. This included details of the opening match …
This arrived in my inbox from the EIBA last night. Please check it out and sign if you feel you can. (It’s not compulsory and I appreciate that not everyone likes to sign petitions. You have the right to choose whether to sign or not.) SAVE OUR SPORTS CAMPAIGN In light of the second national …
I thought it would look better if we counted down the days rather go upwards this time. I have copied this from the TOG’s (Terry Wogan’s Geezers & Gals) Forever Group Facebook page (permission was given) … Pooh woke up that morning, and, for reasons that he didn’t entirely understand, couldn’t stop the tears from …
Why is that, you ask? Well today, you can go out for elevenses and sit socially distanced with friends at a table. From tomorrow (assuming the lockdown is formally approved in the Commons this afternoon), you will only be able to get take-aways and have to stand somewhere to drink and/or eat with only one …
COVID-19 National Lockdown Statement Following the Government’s announcement on Saturday 31st October, it is with regret that all Indoor Bowls Clubs will have to close from 00.01 on Thursday 5th November 2020.This will mean that Clubs’ last permitted sessions will be the evening of Wednesday 4th November. The National Lockdown will be in place until …
The EIBA are going to update the clubs later but I think from Thursday, it will be pretty obvious! We will close the club from Guy Fawkes Day until Wednesday 2nd December and will update you should things change. There are all four rinks available today, tomorrow and Wednesday, so if you want to play, …
OK, so it was pretty depressing hearing the PM’s announcement last night. Whatever your views, let’s hope this is a joint effort for the good of the country. Today is Sunday and from today until Wednesday evening, all 4 rinks are available for booking for solo and singles (couple/partner/bubbles) play. If there is someone else …
As some of you will know, Richard spent his birthday walking around Kew Gardens and sent the following photos. So nice to see he had a new outfit for his birthday! Having enjoyed being warm and dry for a while, he then headed off around the gardens
There seems to be more serious talk of a National lockdown from Monday. There are still some rink slots available today and tomorrow if you want to get an hour or two of bowls in. Go on, you know you want to! Spotted on Facebook. Maybe Bill Gates is an exception? Wasn’t in 2015 …
Knew I’d missed something … Happy Birthday to Ranjani for today! Hope you having have a great day! And Happy Birthday to Richard D too! Keep the birthday dates coming through. At least we can all raise a glass or mug of something in celebration with you.
Bit late with today’s post. Sorry if you’ve been eagerly awaiting something highly interesting! We’re going to move to using all four rinks – hopefully from Sunday. I’m awaiting to hear back from David H and our web host – the wonderful man who has been accommodating all our rink booking needs over the last …
As no one is admitting to an electric blanket, I’ll go back to bowls. Namely the English Bowls Coaching Coaching Scheme Handbook from 1980. The Shots of the Game The draw shot has a numer of valutaionts – position; trail; rest; block; yard-on; wick (Apparently you don’t admit to playing a ‘fluke’ shot but just …
Update on George H. He’s still in West Middlesex, but alas no visitors allowed apart from his daughter. Please send him some positive thoughts. Yesterday’s breakfast radio show was talking about electric blankets. Have you got one? Do you used to have one and don’t bother now? Are hot water bottles more your thing? As …
Congratulations to Ray & Ranjani Verralls on their 30th Wedding Anniversary today. Modern celebrations call for diamonds, although traditionalists go for pearls! The choice is yours! In between celebrations, Ray is doing a brilliant job on securing the outdoor fixtures for next summer. Thank you!
A Baker’s Dozen online bookings so far, so we’re pleased some of you are able to play. For those looking for other things, we have a few more reading recommendations: Courtesy of Brenda D: The Kashmir Shawl by Rosie Thomas – “A sweeping epic Word War II romance novel” If I Die Before I …
We know some of you will have been missing your indoor bowls for the last week. We now have the option of booking to play either solo or singles, the latter if you meet the government criteria of “no mixing households indoors unless in a support bubble” We appreciate that not everyone wants to play …
Happy birthday to Val N, Lucy H and Laurence! Definitely not triples separated at birth! The sun isn’t quite up but it’s not raining and we hope you manage to get out and celebrate in some way or another with your famlies and/or on the golf course. Val & Laurence, may your day be full …
Sarah H has discovered this year’s Lonely Planet Guides. Full of informative and rewarding information for all. Once you’ve finished those, she also recommends The Snow Child by Eowtn Ivey, The Midnight Library by Matt Haig and The Giver of Stars by Jojo Moyes. Thanks, Sarah Having looked at the outside edge of my jigsaw …
A reminder for those who want to play in the Middlesex Outdoor Competitions next summer and missed last week’s posting, please download the form, complete and send it to Norman by Thursday 29th October. Forms/cheques can be collected from the club to pass on. (If you play at a different outdoor club to CP, you …
Starting with some sad news on this wet and grey morning. Carol Bottright lost her battle with the brain tumour which was diagnosed in August. A very elegant lady with a certain aura about her who you could not fail to like. In turn, she exuded a great warmth towards everyone she met. She had …
Having put heads together and taking some advice, we hope to have an update on playing indoors in the next couple of days. Fingers crossed. I was reading on a post on Worldwide Facebook page, that there are bowlers out there living in a Tier 2 area who cannot bowl because their club is in …
Well Norman has started this challenge well … We tasted the results from an earlier batch on the last game of the outdoor season and they really are as good as they look! Yummy!
Bedding in the washing machine, an hour’s walk done, and what next? Dusting? Hoovering? Baking? Singing? Reading? Listening to the radio? Plenty of choice of course. Even if we don’t want to do any of those things, we can still count our blessings on what we have and still can do. If you live on …
Following the Board meeting this morning, it has been decided that we will need to close the club down for indoor bowling for the next fortnight from Saturday 17th October in order to meet the current EIBA Guidelines published in yesterday’s post. Sadly the Borough of Richmond including Cambridge Park will now be on the …
I hope this helps. Please do not sit indoors and mope about how awful it will be. If you wrap up and get out in the fresh air even if it’s only for 15-30 mins, it’s good. It really does make you feel better. Pick up the phone and ring a friend. They might be …
The Cambridge Park Board have an emergency meeting planned for 11.00 am Friday 16th October and we will update you further after that. In the meantime ….. NEW LOCAL COVID ALERT LEVELS WHAT IT MEANS TO INDOOR BOWLS CLUBS With the Government introducing a 3 tier system from 14th October 2020 to control COVID-19 the …
CAMBRIDGE PARK INDOOR CLUB SEMIS TO BE PLAYED BY 2100HRS ON 8TH NOV 2020 AND FINALS TO PLAYED ON 14TH / 15TH NOV 2020 MENS CHAMPIONSHIP FINAL SEMI – PETER JUDGE versus LAURENCE GATFIELD FINAL – IAN DALE versus SEMI WINNER MENS CHALLENGE CUP FINAL SEMI – GRAHAM DALE versus BILL RUSH SEMI …
Ann & Archie Dale are once again offering coaching on Saturday or Sunday mornings (day to be decided) from 10.00 am – 12.00 pm to those brand new to bowling, or those new to Cambridge Park and indoor bowling, and/or those who wish to brush up on their skills to improve all round. If you …
We have two friendly matches arranged and sign up sheets are on the board for both. Saturday 24th October v Chertsey at 2.00 pm – Whites/Club Shirts Sunday 25th October v Shopland Select at 2.00 pm – GREYS/Club Shirts Saturday 17th October – Mixed Drive at 2.00 pm – 24 spaces available Sunday 8th …
Both lawn bowlers have been recognised for their work for lawn bowls. It’s a shame the BBC (there are other news/sports channels) haven’t mentioned them in their various reports. So now’s the chance to complete the Bowls England survey for our sport! England’s three-time Commonwealth Games gold medallist Ellen Falkner has been awarded the MBE …
Having tried to work out the sign in and vouchers, the first go has appeared clumsy, so a small change. When you arrive at the club (wearing your face protection of course), please sign in at the NHS Trace & Test QR code if you have the facility to do so. Sanitise your hands as …
Local colleges and schools are back so reported cases of the virus have gone up in Richmond borough this week. Keep doing what you’re doing – wearing your face coverings when you should both coming in and out of the club and in shops, on transport etc. ; washing your hands frequently or using sanitising …
Norman has copies of the Middlesex Outdoor Competition Entry Forms and there are copies at the Club. However, you can download the forms here. 2021 Middlesex Ladies Competition Entry Form 2021 Middlesex Mens Competition Entry Form They have to be back to the club before 29th October with the fees, so that we can get …
David H and our web host John Q have now removed the 24 hour restriction on rink bookings and cancellations. I know a few of you wanted to be able to go down to practise at the last minute if you had a spare hour, so you can now do this. Don’t forget to leave …
From Monday onwards, the morning sessions will use BLUE mats the afternoon sessions will use YELLOW mats (thanks to Dave R who is jet washing them over the weekend) the evening sessions will use RED mats Hopefully this will help everyone use the appropriate colour and avoid any disinfected-but-still-wet mats going onto the carpet
INDOOR RINKS BOOKING SYSTEM IS NOW LIVE! The good news is that the current coronavirus regulations mean that we are still able to play indoor bowls at Cambridge Park. However, there are some restrictions and we are limited to 3 a side (triples – i.e. maximum of 6 players) on any rink, plus a …
But there’s one thing I know The blues they send to meet me Won’t defeat me. It won’t be long Till happiness steps up to greet me Altogether now Raindrops keep falling on my head …. Well it maybe raining today but tomorrow the indoor bowls club opens, and the leaks are sorted! For …
After a couple of trial runs on Thursday night and Friday morning, it has been agreed we can open on Wednesday 30th September, with a maximum of 24 players – 4 rinks of triples – per session. You’d better make a cup of tea/coffee or grab a beer as there’s quite a lot to read …
NEW COVID-19 DIRECTIVES EIBA STATEMENT Following the Government’s announcement on Tuesday 22nd September 2020 advising that there will be new restrictions implemented for at least the next six months, the English Indoor Bowling Association, following a Board of Directors meeting today, wishes to advise it’s Clubs, County Associations and individual bowlers of the following. …
EIBA STATEMENT – 22.09.2020 Following this afternoons announcement by Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, we would like to advise all member clubs, organisations and players that we will be reviewing the current situation, along with tonight’s expected announcement. We have a planned Board of Directors meeting tomorrow and will release a statement, with updated guidance following …
Onwards: The club had its deep clean yesterday and today Scott and Ange have moved most of the chairs that won’t be used (or so you can’t be tempted to use them!) neatly out of the way. Upwards: Thanks to Scott who spent a lot of time bending down from his great height to lift …
We were very lucky with the weather for a start! A great achievement by Lucy H, Sarah & Stella K with a victory over the Men’s ‘loaded’ team!! The green was very fast and new bowler Stella, had a blinder of a game at lead which of course helped the girls and put pressure on …
We’re looking forward to the final game of the outdoor season tomorrow. We’re starting at 1.00 pm and playing straight through finishing with the Ploughman’s Meal than Ann M is preparing. Ann also has raffle tickets in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support and will willingly sell you more tickets tomorrow. The club house is set …
Audrey, Colin H and Ann B ran a very good Three Way Triples Competition with two triples from each of Cambridge Park, Strawberry Hill and Teddington. They competed on three occasions, once at each club. Audrey’s match reports are on the News page if you scroll down. Yesterday, Dawn was pleased to award the Trophies …
Happy Birthday Terry M! 21 and counting, I believe! I hope all your bowls surround the jack without being knocked off by your opposition or your own team! Have a great day, and we’ll all be up for a virtual lager at lunchtime!
Following on from recent posts updating you on EIBA guidance etc, we are still intending to open the Indoor Green on 1st October. We know you are all itching to get back on the green but we cannot just open on that day and let everything happen as normal!! We are an indoor sport (tick) …
From Norman Chart: To all gentlemen bowlers of Cambridge Park.This Saturday is the final game of the season versus the ladies,we know we are better than them we know we are stronger than them so we must to out there and prove it,show no mercy we want a resounding victory.I was going to say good …
This is the magic number wherever you are!
There are a few pairs playing this morning form 10.30 am. Jane will be opening the bar around midday so if anyone passing by would like to come and watch and have a drink on this warm, late summer morning, you will be very welcome. If you haven’t signed up to help with the Wednesday …
A little bird aka Gerry Swan (not a pun!), whilst out on his daily walk, has been passing Mike Brown as he tends the woodlands in Bushy Park each day. Mike has just completed 50 years working as man and boy for the Royal Parks since leaving school. His employers had a socially-distanced celebratory occasion …
It was a pleasure to know Jack and enjoy his smiling face, quick banter and those dark red bowls which had knack of getting nearer to the jack than our bowls! Cheers to you and David Bryant as your families celebrate your lives and send you on your final earthly journeys.
From the EIBA this afternoon: COVID-19 – Social Gatherings Update Following the Government’s announcement that from Monday 14th September 2020 there will be restrictions on social gatherings the English Indoor Bowling Association can now confirm: – All affiliated Indoor Bowls Clubs who have implemented COVID-19 secure protocols, based on the EIBA’s ‘Returning to Indoor Bowls’ …
Good Morning, Further to yesterday’s statement, we are delighted to confirm that our clubs can continue to offer organised bowling activity in a Covid-safe manner. Sport England has announced, following clarification from Government, that people can continue to take part in organised outdoor sports when restrictions on social gatherings are introduced from Monday 14th September. With …
Statement – Wednesday 9th September 2020 STATEMENT: COVID-19 – GOVERNMENT RESTRICTIONS ON GATHERING The Government announced last night that social gatherings of more than six people will be illegal in England from Monday (14th September). The change will ban larger groups meeting anywhere socially indoors or outdoors but includes some exemptions including for organised sports. We …
Despite it being a very peculiar season, we have been able to get back bowling with thanks to everyone who has helped from admin, bar work, swishing, baking, BBQ-ing, chatting, and throwing themselves into bowling with all the social distancing measures in place. A real team/club effort, which has been fun as well. Gordon is …
Well done to everyone who played yesterday v Isleworth. A couple of tight rinks and a couple which were a bit more one-sided, although everyone enjoyed the afternoon. The sun was out and we were bowling. We also saw Graham D, George H, Gerry, Ann M, Suzanne L, Reg, Mitch and others catching up with …
Four triples are playing this afternoon at Cambridge Park and we look forward to seeing any spectators!
We were given a warm welcome by the Strawberry Hill Bowls Cub Captain Ann B and her team. Luckily the drizzle didn’t deter any of us, managing to complete the 18 ends. The final outcome of all three clubs ( each match the cores were rolled over onto the next match). It was a close …
Thanks to everyone who bowled in the morning session, then lifted, transported and loaded all the old bits of wood, pallets and etc. from where the old shed used to be and into the skip in the car park! Great job and very much appreciated! Thanks.
We have just learned that Jack Bache lost his battle with cancer yesterday and our deepest sympathies go out to his family on their loss. A left-handed clever bowler with a quick wit, a lively sense humour and such a fun person to have on your team, he will be well remembered and missed by …
September. SEPTEMBER How did that come around so quickly?! Anyone returning to work after the long lockdown and easing of restrictions? Good luck to those teachers returning to strange new rules. We’re thinking of you. Did anyone take up the £10 off Monday-Wednesday meals? Sort of wish I had done now that it’s finished. Dates …
The sign up sheet is in the lobby for this. Ann Macey will be doing a “Ploughman’s plus Dessert” for £5. Spectators welcome but Ann needs to know numbers by Thursday 17th September
Well done to Gordon and the team including for their first match, as we had a good win on all rinks v West Ealing yesterday. It was bloomin’ cold, there were showers and the wind was biting. More like November than August! Fortunately it’s a bit better all round for today’s match v Chertsey this …
We were received with a very warm welcome by the team of Teddington BC yesterday for our second round of the 3-Way Triples. They were preparing their rinks when I arrived, what a sight I saw: a luscious carpet of a green grass. On Rink 1 was our Skip Gordon’s team (CP) & Ann B’s for Stawberry Hill (1). …
From the EIBA: The English Indoor Bowling Association is saddened to learn of the passing of the man regarded by many as the greatest lawn bowler of all time, David J. Bryant CBE, at the age of 88. David won five Commonwealth Games gold medals, eleven World Outdoor Bowls Championship medals and nine titles at …
Those playing will need to get the whites out of the wardrobe – probably for the first time this year! A new one-way system is in place around West Ealing BC and team players will be advised by separate email but if any of you would like to come and support the team …. Once …
If you click on the link, you can view the latest Guidance. 200826 – EIBA Return to Indoor Bowls Guidance – Version5 The final match of the outdoor season (Men v Ladies) is on Saturday 19th September. The Club is booked for a complete deep clean on Monday 21st September and will be closed to …
It is with great sadness that we learned the passing of Malcolm Peters yesterday, 24th August, following his battle with Alzheimers Disease. Malcolm was a former President of Cambridge Park BC, playing outdoors and indoors and probably best known to members who joined before 2010. He moved down to Wimbourne, playing at Broadstone Wessex BC, …
Everyone! Not only were there really good bowls played, the BBQ was great and it was good to see our friends enjoying chatting and catching up over the day. Quarter Finals: Laurence & Gordon beat Audrey & Peter Stella & Barry beat Jean & Norman Ann & Gym beat Tricia & Lucy Dave P & …
Well, it’s very windy out there this morning so it looks like a good day for getting the washing out on the line – if you have the facility to do so. It sort of feels like autumn is beginning to kick in. There were rosehips on the bushes in Syon Park. Who remembers being …
Norman’s team v Peter Twell’s Chertsey’s team! Bernard C, Joan O’N & skip Gym Tricia, Lucy & skip Kevin L Gordon, Jean & skip Norman Great to see Joan & Bernard back on the team list again! Meanwhile, Ange, Laurence and Dawn will be supporting Masonian’s Centenary game at Masonians. Cambridge Park wish Masonians …
Good luck to the team playing Sunbury this afternoon. Don’t forget to take your disinfectant, hand sanitiser and water to drink! For those of you playing at home today, don’t forget about parking in the middle of the car park away from the trees. We still need some more names for Saturday 29th August …
Just to give you the heads up that work is being done on the trees surrounding the club – especially where there are currently over-hanging branches. Can you park in the centre of the car park either against the club house or the first of the middle rows. We are not sure how much room …
We hope you have a lovely day and manage to see your family. Good to see you yesterday, albeit from a distance! If you happen to be near the club around midday today, please come down to the club and we’ll treat you to a birthday drink.
Big thanks to Ange for organising such a great competition and keeping us playing a total of 38 ends each AND in the dry! No mean feat! Brilliant to see old and new faces watching too and hear the chatter going on in the background. Super BBQ by Ange and Scott – you’ll have …
Let’s see. Besides hand gel, bring parasols, suncream, waterproofs and umbrellas. The weather forecast has done a complete turn around in the last 12 hours! At the moment, it looks as if it will be mainly cloudy with an odd shower. For those playing, there is no formal dress code. For those spectators, come wearing …
This has arrived 24 hours early!
This has nothing to do with a leaking tap more of a leaking body! Gee whizz, talk about hot and sticky. I came into work just after 7.30 am to do the cleaning but it was still hot work! Drip, drip, drip, drip! Did anyone sleep last night? If you have a freezer and a …
Having realised that people were arriving at 10.00 am then waiting for the 10.30 am slot, it seems much better to return to 10.00 am – 12.00 pm turn up and roll up mornings. Please, please, please sign in on the Track & Trace sheets as most of you will not have booked rinks online …
I managed to miss Gerry and Barry L off the list of our spectators for the Egham match on Saturday. I blame the heat of course! Humble apologies. We play Egham again away on Sunday 16th. I think they’ll be out to reverse the scoreline – as we would if we’d lost.
A hot afternoon with hot bowls! We managed to get a win overall and it was really good to see Martin & Kerry Payne again with their band of merry men and women! Top rink was Peter T, Laurence & Ange – drat! Kevin L, Gordon & Dawn were so close! We had a good …
For us mere mortals, the heat will be excessive today. Since when has it been 38C??! Draw your curtains as they should reflect the heat away from the internal rooms which will make sleeping easier tonight Drink plenty of water. We can’t emphasise this enough! If you go out, keep walks short, take water with …
Ange has done the draw so you have time to check out your opponents on the green next week and work out strategies to play them … and win!
Hi Dawn A great time bowling, was had by all. Once we got on track with social distancing and re organising the rinks as there is a COVID 19 ‘Peak’ in the Richmond area. Ange was a trouper, organised/set up our rinks to ensure all who use our facilities are aware and follow the correct …
There was a meeting of the Cambridge Park Board yesterday and these are the highlights for all members to read. Members are advised that Ange Cumine has been welcomed and co opted onto the Cambridge Park Board 2. Everyone entering the Club will be required to sign a Track & Trace form. Forms will be …
bowls_england_covid_19_supplementary_guidance_310720_FINAL Feel free to read through the above – just click on the link. We have no further information about re-starting indoor bowls but we don’t expect anything to happen before 1st September as there is a lot to put into place first. Dawn
On Wednesday, we see the first of the 3-Way Triples games at Cambridge Park. Start time 2.30 pm, spectators welcome. Each club will provide two triples and a draw will made to see who plays who. The second round will be on Wednesday 26th August at Teddington at 2.30 pm and the third round will …
Congratulations to Ann D on reaching 4 score years! We’re sorry you’ve missed out on your celebraton cruise, but we hope you have a wonderful day with the family. Have they got jelly and ice cream lined up?! Thanks for all you’ve done for the club over the years and for all that sewing and …
Well, it’s another glorious morning with the sun shining but doesn’t seem quite so oppressive a heat as the last couple of days. This morning 8 pairs are taking to the green to battle it out. There’s no trophy (unless Norman brings one of his teaspoons!) just, 4 good competitive matches. We’re starting at 10.30 …
For those eagerly waiting to get indoors to bowl, I’m afraid you will need to exercise a little more patience. The EIBA has not changed its guidance but there is a lot to put in place at the club so we can ensure you are in a safe environment. We will keep you updated.
It may not bowl you over, but some of our team and Ashford’s team would like to be home in time to watch the FA Cup Final at 5.30 pm between Arsenal & Chelsea. We’re expecting Norman to be waving a Chelsea flag between ends! So, the match v Ashford will start at 1.00 pm …
New! On Wednesday 5th August, Teddington and Strawberry Hill will be bringing two triples over to play along with two triples from Cambridge Park. Draw for who plays who on the afternoon. A lot of the Teddington and Strawberry Hill players belong to CP indoors, so a good chance to catch up with ‘old’ friends. …
We do have a lot of obsolete bowls that you are welcome to collect if you would like to make a water feature or clock out of them, but this is much more exciting! Ange & Scott are donning their organisers’ caps then adding aprons and waving their tongs as we get together for a CLUB OPEN …
For those of you heading back to work this morning, rain on a Monday is the last thing you want, isn’t it? However, it is going to dry out later and by the end of the week – Friday – it should be 30C. The forecasters weren’t brave enough to mention the weekend when we …
…. but we had a good 12 ends before we had to call it off. It was very nice to socially distance with tea and cake, almost like the old days …. well four months ago anyway! Tomorrow we take on the Hampton IX at 10.30 am. Spectators welcome and the bar will be …
They’ve updated their Guidance Documents Return to Bowls Guidance EIBA Ltd 2020 Version 4 We are not ready to open indoors yet but hopefully within another week.
Well done to Terry M who emptied, cleaned and re-juggled the shed so everything is neat, tidy and more acccessible. Good job well done. Glad he’s not afraid of spiders! Thanks, Terry. — Club mixed drive on Saturday afternoon at 2.00 pm. Please let me know if you would like to come along and haven’t …
Happy Birthday from all of us and we hope you have a good day and enjoy tonight’s birthday dinner! What Jane probably wasn’t expecting was training and working on our new EPOS system! Having attended the training, the new “till” is very good as everything is listed and you just press the appropriate tab …
From Peter Thompson at the EIBA I have pleasure in attaching an updated Returning to Indoor Bowls Guidance, following the Government’s announcement that Indoor sports are would be allowed to commence from Saturday 25th July 2020. As you will see in the guidance Indoor flat green bowls will be permitted to take place from this date, …
From Frank’s daughter Isabel I am sorry to have to announce the sudden, but peaceful passing of our dear Dad, Frank Richard Lewis in the early hours of last Saturday 18 July at the age of 92. Our cousin David was with him. He spent many happy years bowling at Cambridge Park and shared so much …
Still nothing from the EIBA but with ten pin bowling alleys beginning to open on 1st August, there should be an update on indoor bowls very soon. See some of you later but not George H. He’s going out to see his daughter but says hello to all of you! However Joan O’N is hoping …
Gosh, you’ll all be getting ready for lunch now! There is no further news from the EIBA yet – sorry. Tomorrow, we are playing West Ealing at 3.00 pm at home. Both clubs are putting out strong teams, the weather is going to be warm and sunny, the bar will be open, so we’ll be …
That was the title of my post when I started it 2 hours ago, then I got bumped off the computer! I was chatting with one of my colleagues and we were both saying we were glad we weren’t 1950’s housewives! Some of you may have been a 1950’s housewife and I take my hat …
It wasn’t quite what I was expecting! Further to our email regarding the EIBA’s next Guidance update last Friday I, as stated , wish to update you that we have submitted the document to the Department of Culture Media and Sport for their comments and awaiting their reply so that we can release to you. …
Team for Saturday afternoon at 3.00 pm. (West Ealing asked for later start) Terry will set up rinks 1, 3, 4 & 6. So those on Rink 3 and 4 will need to change ends via Rink 2 and 5. We’ll walk it through anyway. Tricia, Gym & skip Norman (Captain) Ange, Dawn & skip …
Audrey has arranged these two new fixtures: Wednesday 19th August v Sunbury – Away at 2.30 pm – 3 or maybe 4 triples Saturday 29th August v West Ealing – Away at 3.00 pm – 4 Triples Thanks, Audrey. If you’ve just started to play again, don’t forget to put your names down for …
A lovely sunny, warm afternoon for bowling v Bishop Duppas. Think we had a win with Ange, Laurence & Dave P taking top rink. BUT it brought the visitors out in their hundreds. Well, that’s a bit of an exaggeration but there were lots. Lovely to see Dick & Di, Graham D and Eric on …
The bowls have been re-polished after last week’s draw v Bishop Duppas and we’re raring to go again! The bar will be open and Jane will take your orders and serve you, so there is no need for you to go indoors. It will be great to see visitors and spectators again as the weather …
We need to do a Risk Assessment and obtain Board approval first but this has just arrived from the EIBA: Further to the Government announcement at 5pm yesterday (Thursday 9th July) we have started the review of the relevant guidance and are pleased to advise that Indoor bowls clubs will be able to open, if appropriate …
With more sports facilities to be opened from this weekend and the next fortnight, we hope some way will be found to open indoor bowls clubs as well as clubhouses, but it’s not happening yet. The latest bulletin from the EIBA re National Competitions arrived yesterday for those of you who have entered.
Antonia, Eric Payne’s wife, sadly passed away at the end of June. She had been unwell for quite a while and in and out of hospital but, of course, Eric was unable to visit her due to the virus restrictions until her last 48 hours when he was by her side throughout. Eric said “the …
Happy Birthday, Gym! With all the rain, one of your daily chores at least has been reduced! I’m referring to all the gardening and watering that Gym has being doing on the flower beds alongside the green. Thank you. Hope you have a super day! — Other news: West Ealing sign up sheet for FOUR …
Due to a miscommunication between Laurence and myself, the team for Bishop Duppas had been selected on Friday but as I didn’t have the list to hand, I put the sheet up ready for the names to go on but they weren’t added before some people signed up hoping to play. My fault. We now …
This is a very random post! Brenda D emailed to ask about the cost of the wine. It is still the same at £2.60 per small bottle (equivalent to 1 x 250ml glass) Mixed Triples v West Ealing added to Calendar – Saturday 18th at 2.00 pm You will remember that Dave Willis from Hampton …
Morning! Hope you all had a good weekend. It was a bit breezy but not cold, which was good. Bar prices for cans: Fosters/Heineken (440ml) £2.00; Guinness (520ml) £3.00 Pride will be £2.00 per pint from the existing stock then back to £3.00 when the next barrel arrives, Cider £3.00 per pint and soft drinks …
A few more steps forward to a new normal. Welcome back Jane! The Club Bar will be open from 12.00 to 1.30 pm Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays Drinks will be served in plastic ‘glasses’ and service will be from a table outside the dining room door. Members will not be allowed to go inside to …
Are the weeks rushing by or dragging? They say time flies as you get older. Have the last 15 weeks flown by for you? Tomorrow (Saturday) a CP IX will be venturing down the A316 and onwards to play the Bishop Duppas Committee IX away at 1.30 pm. Next Saturday different teams from both clubs …
You can read the full Guidance here 02 July 2020 – Bowls England Updated Covid-19 Guidance for Clubs First two relevant pages below (f.i. Latest info from EIBA this morning is that are awaiting government information on indoor sports but for the time being, no indoor bowls permitted – sorry about that for those who …
My boss said yesterday was 100 days in lockdown but the radio said it was today. If you have a few minutes on your hands, perhaps you could do a quick count up and let me know?! It’s also 1st July … JULY! It seems unbelievable we’re half way through the year, yet we haven’t …
We will need to wait for the Cambridge Park Board approval, as well as several tasks to be undertaken, but the latest from Bowls England on allowing Club Bars (and Restaurants) to open is here. 30 June 2020 – Bowls England Guidance for Re-opening Clubhouse Bar Front page for a quick read ….
Wishing Corale a very happy birthday. I hope it warms up a bit and you can enjoy some outdoor social distance socialising! Is the sun coming back this week at all? It is flamin’ June after all, nearly flamin’ July! I had a lovely email from Chris C following the match on Saturday which …
For all those Middlesex Ladies’ bowlers who should have trialled for the Johns and Walker teams in 2020, have been automatically given a trial for 2021. So, good news for not only Jean, Nadine, Ann, Cathy, Ange & Dawn but also for all our fellow team members. BUT Congratulations to Ange, who is not only …
Great to see Teddington yesterday. It was also good to see some spectators despite the weather not being as nice as last weekend. All three rinks had good heads most end but Cambridge Park with their home advantage and having played a bit more often this summer came through. Thanks to Dave Wilson who subbed …
Chris C is bringing her Teddington triples over this afternoon. 3.30 pm start. Come and watch! Bring your own drink and snack if you’d like them and don’t forget the hand gel too! The green was fast last night – well for six ends anyway but we gave up because of the rain. It needed …
24th June, 2020 by Matt Wordingham Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced yesterday (23rd June) that pubs, bars, cafes and restaurants will be able to reopen on 4th July. We are currently awaiting clarification from the Government as to whether this will mean any change to the current limit on use of clubhouses, bars and changing rooms for our member …
As if I don’t spend enough time in front of a computer screen during the day, I embarked on an online H&S course last night, mainly relating to food “take-out and delivery” and the 2,001 procedures to put in place if premises have been shut for a while. (It would be lovely to have a …
Despite the relaxing of the social distancing rules to 1m, the EIBA have advised that it is not possible to play – well it would be difficult as the clubhouse is still shut anyway!
A few of us were having a chat at the weekend and over the last couple of weeks, we’ve hit a bit of a low. Is it because we’ve spent 1/4 year in relative or mainly isolation and it’s just another week too much? Are we programmed in 13 week sections? I don’t know the …
The router arrived in today’s post and seems to be working for the laptop and phone. The printer might take a bit more convincing! Anyway, forget Nessun Dorma as you will be able to sleep tonight and I will be able to catch up on British Sewing Bee semi-final. Bet you’re all relieved!
It was a really good idea upgrading to fibre broadband and cutting landline calls to pay-as-you-go reducing the monthly fee by about £5. I was given a £10 refund as they were a week late in installing it. On Monday 8th June, I had a text message saying my new router was on its way. …
Happy Birthday to Dick Salmon! Hope you have a lovely day and we’re looking forward to seeing you and Di at the club when you can make it. With love from us all.
There is a lot of good news today with the Meal Vouchers for children during the summer holidays and the steriod tablet which can be used on the most sick patients with the virus reducing the death rate. Things are definitely looking up. Too late for some unfortunately, but great going forward. Matt Hancock has …
Actually I quite like Mondays but I also like working and couldn’t imagine not doing so. I think that ethic comes from my parents! Anyway, Monday it is again and the weekend was good. Well done to Laurence for organising the Triples game on Saturday afternoon. Norman has taken over the baton and organised Triples …
If you appear to have booked a one hour slot and can’t cancel it, don’t worry! Please contact David and he can do it for you. As the green booking systems is developed going forward, there will be a couple of anomalies.
Happy Birthday to Gerry and Cathy – more June babies Here they are socially distanced! We hope you both have lovely different-from-usual birthdays!
Stella and Barry have booked 10.30 am slots on 19th, 24th & 26th June. Although they are happy to play singles, they are also open for another pair to join them. Email dawnslaughter60@icloud.com and I’ll pass your details on – if you don’t have Stella’s contact details already.
No 1 – tripping over tree roots whilst running or looking at your phone whilst walking! No 2 – slipping down the side of a bank whilst running! No 3 – lower limb injuries as a result of running for the first time in ages! No 4 – not lifting your leg high enough getting …
Having had a run of May birthdays, I think there are a few June ones coming up. Happy Birthday Scott, and thanks for all you’ve been doing behind the scenes during lockdown – phoning members, helping with the member meals-on-wheels both in the kitchen and sprinting to their front doors with portions of hot food. …
Thought you’d all like to be reminded of the wonderful afternoon we had playing The Royal Household at their ground – when was it? 2017 or 2018? Great to see nearly everyone smiling. Is it Dave Wilson facing away from the group behind Reg? Lovely to see Rita and Rocket and Jim P. I can …
As I haven’t had much news back from you, here’s a bit of useless trivia which won’t even come up in a pub quiz! Since lockdown, in the absence of 6 weeks of indoor bowling followed by 4-6 weeks of outdoor bowling, I have walked 500.8 miles and probably taken around 2,501 photos of which …
I realised that I had such a full weekend that I didn’t post anything on here! That was very remiss of me. Ange, Laurence, Dave P & I played a challenge Mixed Pairs match on Saturday morning. It was very close with only one shot in it after 21 ends (YESSSSS – guess who won?!). …
I’m sure the weeks are not flying by for everyone and I’m sorry if that is the case. What happened to the warm, sunny weather? It’s distinctly chilly in the office even though I am wearing a fleece again! For all you avid gardeners out there, it does look as if you can lay off …
With the addition of Pairs and Triples play being permitted, we intend to increase the playing slot times to 2 hours as from Monday. Just keep an eye out when booking in case the start times change slightly. If there is a 30 minute difference to what has already been booked, we’ll contact you. Ann …
COVID-19 UPDATE – 2ND JUNE 2nd June, 2020 by Alistair Hollis The Government confirmed yesterday (Monday 1st June) that groups of six can now meet outside provided people from different households observe social distancing (staying at least 2m apart). This is good news for bowls, as we are aware many of our clubs that have opened, or wished to …
That was the subject heading from Dick & Di‘s email! For the first time in nearly 10 weeks, they were able to venture outside their front gate and took a walk in Bushy Park. Di said it was lovely to able to do the simple things that had been taken for granted, like sitting by …
Thought I’d delay the posting today to see if any of you who have been on the 12 week lockdown have now ventured outside? There is no right or wrong answer! Some might feel relieved to step outside into our changed environment with social distancing and others of you might prefer to stay in your …
Thanks. Trying to find out where they’re emanating from. Dawn
Congratulations to Dick & Di on celebrating their 50 Year Wedding Anniversary yesterday! Although the celebrations were somewhat quieter than intended on the day, there’s no reason we cannot all raise a glass, a mug, or a cup to wish them well and we look forward to repeating the exercise the next time we all …
A lot of you will be waiting for this news, so I hope you have a disinfectant spray and cloth ready as you step out of your door! There are restrictions and guidelines of course, but I’m sure you’ll follow them – they’re for everyone’s benefit. On 27th May, Ange supported by Jacquie Elkin, the …
For the last few years on a summer Friday evening, Ann M has taken the orders and gone off to St Margaret’s Fish Bar for Fisch & Chips for the post league players that wanted it. Wouldn’t it be good to do that again? The Risk Assessment and Guidelines relating to visitors/spectators has gone off …
The Board have been discussing the subs again as obviously not all the facilities (clubhouse, matches, leagues, competitions etc) are available but the green is and it’s playing well! In the light of this, Laurence has advised the subs for those who started playing before 25th May will be £90 and new outdoor members starting …
Glorious weather this morning. If you are bowling this week, wear suncream and a hat along with disinfecting etc.! It’s very hot out there. The online booking system seems to be working well thanks to David H and John at Bowls-Central, so keep booking!
A very happy birthday to Ange today – you know her – Professor, Physio, Lecturer, Sports Psychologist, Health & Safety professional and her most recent title from the indoor season “Kitchen Staff”! There’s nothing like have an all-round array of gifts and titles! We have been very blessed with members to the Club and Ange …
It was quite a day for the club yesterday with Dave Pitt, runner up in the National Champion of Champions rolled up in the morning with Dawn then in the afternoon, Laurence was on hand to welcome Andrew Newell and his family to the club. It’s a long time since we’ve seen teenagers on the …
Laurence had a response to a general enquiry about permitting spectators during the sessions but I’m afraid the answer is still “no”, but Alistair Hollis has said that Bowls England will be approaching the DCMS (Department of Culture, Media & Sport) regarding this. We are aware this is Mental Health Awareness Week and we want …
There were quite a few roll up sessions yesterday and plenty tomorrow and Saturday, but today is clear. Although I am not Miss Marple, I surmise that today is the day you’re all off to the supermarket or the corner shop to stock up for the week. Or maybe you are socially-distance meeting a friend …
Happy Birthday to Ann H! What a glorious day for a birthday but it’s a shame it will not be an all-family affair garden party. Maybe there will be a chance to physicallyl meet up with family for everyone. There will be a lot of cake and prosecco all round, I’m sure. After another rubbish …
Monday got off to a good start with 6 playing on the first slot and another 4 at midday. A couple of bookings for today then more again on Wednesday. You will be pleased to know that everyone understood the guidelines with regards to self-distancing and everyone felt safe, which is the main thing …
Well, after a flurry of emails and phone calls, the outdoor green opens today. 14 members have already booked sessions to play. If you think you’d like a go, for today please email David Hale david.hale@blueyonder.co.uk We are just doing the final testing on an online booking system which will work through the Members’ section …
Afternoon everyone! Firstly, thanks for looking at the outdoor bowling bookings. David has been busy. It would be easier if you could email him, although I appreciate there are a few things it’s easier to ask over the phone. We should have an online booking system up this week which is really exciting! Our web …
Well, we’ll be able to bowl outdoors from Monday 18th May thanks to Ange, Laurence, Jacquie and David H and of course the Bowls England Guidelines which were posted on Thursday and helped the cause. We are so fortunate to have Ange and Jacquie as members, as both are qualified to produce formal Risk Assessments …
Click on the link for a good read! Bowls England Guidance 14 May 2020
As you know, Gerry said he used to speed skate for Aldwych. Here he is in 1950 in action. Very recognisable and still has a head of hair today! This is a photo of his wife, Doreen, at Richmond Ice Rink. She was a very good ice dancer Thanks to everyone who sent me …
It was a bit of a surprise this morning when the sun wasn’t blinding me through the skylight as it had been after the last few days. Might have to put a jumper on! More VE Day Celebrations news from Barbara P who lives across the road from Pat S Weren’t we lucky with such a …
Firsltly, Happy Birthday to Susie R! Lots of love from all of us Susie is too young to remember VE Day but some others do … From Beryl B : The only thing I remember is I had 3 older sisters and a younger brotherbeing excited that our Dad who was in the RAF was …
Just one more day before the Bank Holiday weekend. Weyhey! Where are you going? The bedroom? The kitchen? The garden?! Despite the Chinese Whispers that seem to be going around, I’m afraid there are no roll ups this weekend even though the weather forecast is pretty good. We are waiting for government guidance (it is …
I received a nice email from Brenda D with her updates. Despite the lock down, time still seems to pass quickly. My garden has certainly benefitted from some attention and I’ve had a go at growing plants from seeds. Butternut squash have been the most successful. I hope they will provide groundcover for the bottom of …
Out on an early cycle ride on Sunday, I came across the storyboard beside the Thames on the Twickenham side of the Thames. I posted this on my FB page commenting that I had private lessons from Betty Callaway, who didn’t give up in despair with my efforts, as she went on to train …
Coach Bowls are doing a Q&A session Coach Bowls is excited to reveal a series on online Q & A sessions! For more information visit: http://www.coachbowls.org/news-items/q-a-sessions Any questions can be emailed to amanda@coachbowls.org by Monday 11th May. They will answer questions by making a video and posting it the week following, so you’ll need to watch …
It was great to receive along email from Peter Judge last night. “Sorry I’ve not been in touch sooner, but it’s been pretty busy at work over the last 6 weeks – our company (Bidfood) is one of the 2 delivering the government care packs to all the isolated vulnerable people, so we in IT …
When I put a post up asking if you any of you knew of anywhere local that might need some help from us, Shirley Oakes came back with Teddington Memorial Hospital needed headbands. The PPE when worn for many hours at a time makes the wearer’s ears sore. There were details for how to make …
Thanks to my friend and colleague, Jonathan who sent this around the office on Tuesday. It made me laugh out loud and I hope it has the same effect on you Ae you fully conversant with the new terminology during our time in lockdown? Coronacoaster The ups and downs of your mood during the …
Chris plays indoors at the Cambridge Park and outdoors at Hampton. News from Kevin (thanks for the update) this week included…. Congratulations to Chris and Maggie Squires who celebrated their 56th Wedding Anniversary last week helped by the family providing flowers and the ingredients for a special celebration meal. Chris also heard from an old friend, age …
A Woman’s Hair is her Crowning Glory. Agreed? Are either statement more important than the other? Scott lives in a very nice home with his Mum and his Dad. They all get on very well. However, if he makes a mess of colouring (and possibly cutting) Ange’s hair today, he could be banned to the …
That is what the song sort of says! Anyway, Dave W and his wife and grown a lot of tomato plants from seeds ready for the St Georges Day Fair, which, you will appreciate, didn’t happen. They have around 100 plants for those who would like to grow tomatoes – either Cerise, a cherry tomato, …
Firstly let me say that I do not class any of you as “old dogs” but we’re all getting on a bit in years! Sarah H kindly sent me the link to FREE online Open University Courses and wondered if any of the you might be interested There are hundreds!! Some last an hour , …
This week would seen the Indoor Section AGM but obviously it wasn’t possible to have the meeting. You’ve had Ange’s Competitions Report. Here is David ‘s League Secretary’s Report. Well done to all the winners adn runners up! Cambridge Park League Secretary’s 2020 Report Up until the season was cut short by coronavirus, …
I think a little bird was tying nots in the internet connection yesterday as I couldn’t get online on my phone, the laptop or my work destop. It was really annoying as I had a pile of work to get through and lost over 2 hours. Grrr. On a similar vein, Nigella Lawson tweeted that …
Morning – just. I hope you’re enjoying coffee/tea in the garden with the odd HobNob or Chocolate Digestive! Jill Goddard rang. She is very well and getting out in the garden, going out for a walk and socially distancing coffee on her front path with other neighbours. It’s a quiet road, so they yell across …
Thanks to Sarah H for sending this. If you can only get sound, the choice of answers is: A. Monday, B. Tuesday. C 1982 and D. Saturday You can see, it’s not just all our members in the 4th/5th week of lockdown who have a problem! Stay safe, stay well, keep handwashing and phone-a-friend! …
Ron is in lockdown in Ham unable to return to the Idle of Wight because of restrictions. His new neighbours have been delivering various food items to his door from the recently opened Swiss Patisserie. Bad news for the waistline but he said they are absolutely delicious! IMG_1249 The above link should you give you …
So by now, we would be sitting down to whatever the ‘kitchen staff ‘ had prepared for lunch, Barry, Teresa & Tricia may have already played Kevin K, Richard D & Richard H .. or not.! Club Competitions 2019-20 – Draw Template You should be able to click on the link to open the draw …
Firstly, I must congratulate Ann Dale for completion of her first NHS worker’s headband -nice and cheerful too. Keep going! Instructions are below and I will email them out too. Thanks, Ann. We will find a contact at Teddington Hospital for them. Cut a piece of cotton fabric 16.5” x 6” Sew along the long …
Apologies if you logged on earlier. It’s been somewhat manic at work, so taking a quick break for lunch now. Following on from yesterday’s post, thanks to Shiley O and Ann D, if you Google “Love of Scrubs YouTube”, you should see various tutorials on making drawstring bags, headbands and ‘scrubs’ if you have the …
I was listening to the radio this morning about Captain John and his 100 mile walk around his garden for the NHS to coincide with his 100th birthday. His original £1,000 target was surpassed when he was interviewed on Good Morning Sunday on Radio 2 and his daughter was interviewed on Chris Evans’ Virgin Radio …
Kevin K has been doing his weekly round of buddy catch ups – thank you. Chris Sq is out in Carlisle Park most days and is keeping an eye on how the Hampton BC green is coming along. Katharine W was a bit concerned when she though Brian C said he’d dug up bodies in …
Gee, that wind was whipping up this morning, wasn’t it. My heating kicked in – 23p spent on gas before 9.00 am. I can’t make up my mind if Smart Meters are a good or bad thing! On my way back through Syon Park, I stopped and recorded the bird song at about 7 pm. …
A song from a little bird told me we need to say belated Happy 70th Birthday to John Dilley! I was going to say you kept that quiet but everyone is having a quiet birthday at the moment. I know it probably didn’t have the cake, jelly and firewords you had planned but hope you …
Actually I hadn’t intended to get up that early although Sounds of the Sixties with Tony Blackburn had automatically clicked on at 6.00 am. Anyone else like that Radio 2 show? It’s good to lie there and listen to the music and the 60s humour. “I bought my wife a fridge for her birthday. You …
Out of the blue, I was contacted by Ahmed Shooble, a Sports Journalist (who was the first recipient of the SJA sports journalism diversity scholarship in 2019). He works for the SW Londoner and. although his passion is football, he was keen to learn about Cambridge Park and its members during lockdown. The article was …
Many thanks to Brenda S for sending over Pam Ayres’ poem for us girls – sorry chaps! I’m normally a social girl I love to meet my mates But lately with the virus here We can’t go out the gates. You see, we are the ‘oldies’ now We need to stay inside If they haven’t …
I was looking out for the predicted pink moon last night but apparently it wasn’t visible in the UK, or in London anyway, due to the clouds. I was hoping to get a stunning photo but it wasn’t to be! Now on to photos, Laurence has been baking – Barbara P watch out as you …
What, what, what? You may ask. Well here goes…. Several (ok 99.9% of us) now have some time on our hands. So, what a great opportunity to put the little grey cells to work after the crosswords, sudokus, word searches and codewords! Check out the www.ebua.org.uk link above. Barry M now of Southport has recently …
There was I thinking I might do a bit of gardening therapy at lunchtime in my break, but woke up to grey skies and light drizzle! Oh well, we can’t have perfect weather every day or several people will be out not-quite-physical-distancing. I went out around 5.00 pm last night and along the river towards …
Just be careful because people are going crazy from being in lock down! Actually I’ve just been talking about this with the microwave and toaster while drinking coffee and we all agreed that things are getting bad. I didn’t mention anything to the washing machine as she puts a different spin on everything. Certainly not …
Old Saturday mornings. Good for washing, housework, baking, nipping to the supermarket and checking out your kit for the afternoon game. Current Saturday mornings. You can do all of the above, although nipping out to the supermarket can take a while by the time you’ve queued. I haven’t been to Sainsbury’s for 3 weeks. Considering …
It’s tricky keeping a track of the days isn’t it? Can you measure them by the number of jigsaws completed? Number of books read? What are you reading? I’ve been recommended to try Ken Follett books. At the moment I’m delving into The Secret Diary of Henrik Groen aged 83 and a 1/4. It’s hilarious. …
Morning everyone! A couple of things – Ange suggested Ann Macey take up a Social Evening Organiser role in her retirement. It may be for four evenings during the indoor season and an odd one or two during the summer (when we get to it!). Any other ideas yet? I’ve set Norman C a challenge …
Well that would be good, wouldn’t it? We could all do with a bit of warmth following on from the cold winds this week. I had an email from Barry and Amanda up in sunny Southport. They are both well and said hi to everyone and to stay safe. Barry qualified as a Bowls Umpire …
Congratulations to Ann on reaching retirement following on from years of employment at M&S. Although currently in lockdown with Terry (golly gosh!), she has asked if we can come up with some new hobbies and skills. I suggested Match Caterer but she says she only does cold food! I have that in black-and-white text so …
I don’t think I posted this after my Saturday walk but Trevor our groundsman has been spending a lot of the winter sorting out the tree roots that were poking up in the green. As you can see, he’s added a bit of colour with the flags. Nice touch! I spoke to Jim Parker. He …
2nd Monday of Lockdown. I hope it starts to warm up a bit, it was jolly cold over the weekend. Four seasons in four hours in some places! We are living in a weird world indeed. We saw Andrew Taylor when the County tour took us to Sussex at the beginning of March. He …
We had an email from Bowls Direct yesterday, normally based at Wey Vallley IBC. Like many small (and large) business, they are also fighting for survival so if you were thinking of getting any requirements ready for when the green opens, they are offering a discount on orders made before the end of August. In …
…. That floats on high o’er vale and hill And through the CP gate I saw a crowd A great display of daffodils! Well done to Margaret B who planted these bulbs in the autumn. The spring flowers haven’t ‘gone over’ as I thought they might have done over the last week. Linda M planted …
Sorry for the delay as I’m sure the excitement has been building up over the last few days! Will she/ won’t she? Despite the mounting excitement, first there’s something much more useful for you if you’re unable to get out. Nadine has let us know that https://novablooms.com/products/Fruit-and-Veg-Boxes are putting together fruit, veg, salad boxes and …
Received this notification recently so some of you might be interested in signing up as it will help while away another few hours! News release – Friday 27th March 2020 Note to County Administrators: Please circulate widely SUBSCRIBE TO BOWLS ENGLAND YOUTUBE CHANNEL NOW Bowls England has today launched its own YouTube channel as part …
Morning! Good to hear everyone (or nearly everyone) clapping last night. My flat is in a higgeldy piggeldy complex so the balcony looks over part of a communal garden and the front door is over some of the garages. There were a few of us looking over the back and clapping but then I went …
Where would we be without the NHS at any time but particularly now? Warm your hands up, get a pan and a wooden spoon, anything that makes a noise and at 8.00 pm, let’s stand by our doors and windows and share our support for the NHS, for all the support workers, for pharmacies, for …
Morning! Another lovely sunny day out there but as you might be restricted to just opening a window, you might need some other info to help fill the hours. If you haven’t looked at YouTube, then it holds a wealth of information from numerous DIY tasks to Singing and Bowls as well as a wealth …
Where is this going? Well, I woke up at 3.00 am and all I could think of was socks! I’m guessing this is because my sock draw needs sorting. When it boils down to it I really only need white socks, because under normal circumstances, I would be bowling 5 times a week so I …
I wonder what my Mum would do today? Many of you remember her – June Mansell – played lead with a set of 00 brown bowls. She was tiny with a terrible habit of smoking(!) but a heart of gold and definitely a do-er. She would knuckle down and get on with it and put …
https://www.sportengland.org/news/how-stay-active-while-youre-home There are vigorous exercises for those that want them and sedentary ones for those who don’t or can’t. Lots of different ideas. Give one or two a go and let us know how you get on. Check out the Cambridge Park Bowls Club Facebook page too – I can post things on there …
Is it really only 5 days since we shut the club? It seems like months since a bowl left my hand and I’m sure most of you feel the same. I hope you’re all still well and are being sensible, keeping up the handwashing andng that all import 2 metres from the next person. This …
It is not entirely a surprise and we had hoped we could stay open a little longer, but with the government’s announcement this afternoon, we have decided to close the Club and help prevent the spread of Coronavirus. Please still carry on with the handwashing, antibacterial gel and be very alert if you develop a …
Sadly we have had to take the decision not to run any more league matches this season. David Hale has contacted all the team captains to this effect. He will calculate the season’s winning teams based on the matches played up to Friday 13th March. From his reaction today, I believe Kevin K is quite …
I am sorry but we have had to cancel this Sunday’s friendly match. I emailed those selected to play asking them if they were happy to play or whether they felt they would be at risk bearing in mind the Worldwide outbreaks of Coronavirus and the guidelines from the UK government. As quite a few …
Due to the current advice on large groups and the possibility of passing on the Coronavirus especially amongst those who have weakened immune systems or health issues, the Spring Meeting has been postponed and will hopefully be rescheduled in a few weeks’ time. Stay safe and keep up the hand washing.
Although there haven’t been any outbreaks of Coronavirus amongst the members, we’d like to keep it that way. Please wash your hands frequently. You only need a little antibacterial gel each time, not a teaspoonful!
Meet at the club and find out what is in store for the summer season including the ‘NPL’ League on Monday afternoons, and Club Leagues on Wednesday mornings and Friday evenings. 7.00 pm in the Clubhouse. All members – new and old – welcome! Subject to Groundsman’s approval, the outdoor green will open on Monday …
It was a great weekend with close matches in the majority of cases. Tina, Mike & Steve G played Richard D, Richard H & Kevin K in one semi final with the latter coming out on top; and Ange, Laurence & Dawn played Tricia, Barry & Teresa , again with the latter winning. It should …
If you want to see the draw updated to 1st March, please email dawnslaughter60@icloud.com or text me for the password. Thanks Dawn
It is with great sadness that we learned John Goddard passed away on 21st January. Both he and Jill had been longtime members of the club supporting the bowling and social nights – they were great quizzers! John supported Jill’s valuable work for the RNLI. In recent years he had been diagnosed with cancer but …
Owing to the L&SC Challenge Shield, Ange has kindly moved the Club Drawn Triples Competition to Saturday 15th February. If you find yourself unavailable due to date change (or alternatively available if you weren’t playing), please let Ange know. (The original fixture v Egham U25s & Friends on 15th February had already been cancelled.)
After a fantastic win on Saturday 11th v Herga by 71-70, the men are now faced with Whiteknights in the next round on Saturday 25th January at 10.00 am – two rinks home and two away. Whiteknights have some internationals in their club so they maybe playing. Our chaps will have their work cut out …
We are very fortunate to be hosting (as a neutral green) the Essex v Hampshire Under 25s Double Rink National Competition Quarter-final at the club. Play starts at 10.00 am and this will be a brilliant opportunity to see some of the country’s top youngsters playing in very close proximity to spectators and all for …
We had a great day to start off the new decade with 16 assorted pairs in the competition. First rounds were 12 ends and subsequent rounds were 10 ends each. There were two first round sessions . As anticipated, the matches were tight as all the teams were strong. Finalists were Ange & Ian v …
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Wow, what a week we had! For the third year running, we’ve had a team in the Finals – Ann H, Dave Pitt, Roy B & Terry Pugh – although three of Ann’s team did come under the Cambridge Park “& Friends” mantle! Theyw ere up against an incredibly strong team in the final from …
We were very sorry to learn of the passing of Derek James last week at the grand old age of 95! Derek had been a club member for many many years and a bowler of some standing who passed on his knowledge to new bowlers when starting out. Over the last few years, he hadn’t …
Sharon, Rita’s daughter, has requested donations in memory of Rita can be given to either/both … ‘Pelion Animal Welfare Society’ – a charity that feeds, neuters and re-homes desperate Greek stray cats and dogs – http://www.paws-peliongreece.com. Any cheques should be made payable to ‘Pelion Animal Welfare Society’. Or to ‘St Mungo’s’ – who are a …
Rita with Gerry and friends from the Men v Ladies indoor match in 2017 It was with great sadness that we learned of Rita’s passing suddenly on Tuesday 12th November at the care home in Kent. Rita had been a longtime member of Cambridge Park playing the highly important role of lead in many national …
We are still looking for 4 players for this match. Please let Dawn or Laurence know if you can play. Thanks Dawn
Team: Ladies’ Singles: Tina Men’s Singles: Laurence Mixed Pairs: Tricia & Norman Mixed Triples: Sarah, Mike C & skip Steve G Mixed Fours: Kevin, Barry F, Teresa & skip Jean Supporters welcome!
Before Barry & Amanda leave us for Southport in November, they are kindly running one of their quiz evenings with added Fish (Chicken or Veg Burger) and Chips. 6.30 pm for 7.00 pm start. Please sign up on the sheet at the bar. Tickets £10 each including meal. Don’t worry if you’re on your own …
The Egham Trophy is another National competition with 4 mixed rinks, 2 h ome and 2 away. It was really difficult selecting the team as 26 people had signed up for 16 places, so, naturally, some are disappointed. Wish we could play you all. Plsae come along and support.
The men will be playing Sutton – 2 rinks home, 2 away. Home: Roger O, Dick S, George & skip Norman Dave S, Barry F, Kevin K & skip Gym Reserve: Roy E Away: Laurence, Reg, Richard D & skip Steve G Brian N, Terry, Mike C & skip Peter T The ladies will be …
The Ladies make their entrance into the Yetton Trophy with a preliminary round match v Camberley. two rinks home, two away. Please come and support them. At 2.00 pm, there is a mixed drive – open to all members. Dress code casual. Fee – £3.00 + refreshment costs. Is there anyone out there that could …
Despite the promise of an Indian summer coming up, which is good for the outdoor match v Masonians on 14th and the Men’s v Ladies on Saturday 21st, we are gearing up for the first Mixed Drive indoors on Sunday 22nd at 2.00 pm. Casual wear is fine. Green fee is £3.50 plus something for …
It was an extremely well organised weekend by Cathy Taylor and everything ran to plan and it only rained for about 10 minutes, so we were lucky albeit chilly on Saturday! Results below, with winners in red. It was really good to see that it wasn’t the ‘same old faces’ appearing in multiple finals. We …
It is with sadness that we learned of Martin Fenton passing away on Sunday 1st September following a period in hospital. He had managed well to start with after Rita died and was back playing indoors for a bit but, alas, his own health deteriorated severely and, along with a broken heart, he passed away …
Well done to Audrey, Nadine and Ann H who won the Middlesex Benevolent Triples competition on Sunday 1st September against Dot, Wendy & Rita from Staines. A good match but our three girls pulled away to secure the win. Hopefully, they will make it through to Leamington – I don’t quite understand the logistics in …
Both Audrey and Ange have had an extremely good outdoor season reaching various last 16 or quarters or semi-finals of tournaments. Unfortunately, on a blisteringly hot afternoon, they were unable to beat Dot Stanners & Rita from Staines. Dot & Rita then went on to lose the final v Rose & partner from Rosedale Park. …
Cathy will be organising the competition which is usually run as triples instead of rinks. If you haven’t signed up because you forgot or plans have changed, do come along. Teams will be drawn on the day depending on numbers. There is rugby on, so allow a bit of extra travelling time. I am advised …
A message from Jane …. If you haven’t claimed a new locker yet, could you please come down to the club to be allocated one. I would like to get as many woods and shoes out of the lounge area as soon as I can. Mornings would be the best time but if you can’t …
Ken’s Funeral Details Wednesday 28th August at 1.40 pm at South West Middlesex Crematorium The Jamieson Chapel, Hounslow Road, TW13 5JH and afterwards at The Dunbar Room, The Lensbury Club, Broom Road, Teddington, TW11 9NU It was in The Dunbar Room that Ken first asked Cath out on a date! Family Flowers only. …
Ann Halliday, Jean Staples, Nadine Mullins and Cathy Taylor start the Fours Challenge in the National Championships at Leamington Spa today. Their match v Cambridgeshire’s Ellen Falkner & team is at 2.00 pm. On their way to the title in 2017, they played Ellen’s team in the semi-final, so there will definitely be a battle …
It is with great sadness that we learned of the passing of Ken Wilson yesterday. Ken was a month short of his 91st birthday and had been poorly for the last couple of months and had been admitted to hospital recently. Ken was a true gentleman, a great sportsman – cricket being one of his …
Congratulations to Cathy Taylor who, after a slow (0-8) start crawled back and into a 21-17 victory over Wanda from North London in the County Final. It was an excellent match with a fine standard of bowls. Congratulations also to our ‘old girls’ – Ange, Nadine, Jean & Ann – who won the Senior Fours, …
At 10.00 am, our ‘old girls’ – Ange, Nadine, Jean & Ann take on Kay Stockley’s golden oldies in the Senior Fours. The winning four only go on to play at Leamington in August. Also at 10.00 am, Dawn plays Dawn Rooks from Rosedale in the 2 Bowls SIngles Final At 2.00 pm, Cathy plays …
Alas, the Ladies didn’t win their semi-final against Baldock Town, going down in all four disciplines, some of them closer than others. Unfortunately we were without Jean and Stella and then Cathy had to work at thelast minute but it was good that we had three strong reserves in Rita, Tricia and Margaret. Baldock Town …
Firstly Congratulations to Cathy Taylor who had two good wins in the MIddlesex Singles quarters and semi-final putting her through to the County Final and on to represent Middlesx in Leamington in August. It’s a great achievement Audrey had a good run in the Middlesex Unbadged Singles but just couldn’t find the green early enough …
It’s been quite a week! Last weekend, Ange & Dawn lost their National Senior Pairs on Saturday morning and Sarah lost her re-arranged Unbadged Singles. On Saturday afternoon, Ange won her re-arranged Unbadged Singles and Laurence & Dawn won their Middlesex Mixed Pairs v Kevin & Chris from Hampton. On Sunday morning, Jean, Ann & …
Well done to the team who had a good victory over Sunbury yesterday. Top rink was skipped by David Hale. It was good to see several indoor members in the Sunbury team. Always adds to the banter on the green. An extra special well done to Bernard who subbed for Sunbury and played the game …
Norman & Laurence beat a Staines’ pair during the week in the National Senior Pairs and now play Roger L & partner from Sunbury on 12th at home. They also have to play them in Middlesex Men’s Pairs – watch this space for dates Norman, Laurence, Joan O’N & Dawn took on but lost Paul …
We’re looking forward to our match on Sunday and hoping the weather stays good! Spectators welcome.
Ann & Cathy, Ange & Audrey, Jean & Nadine and Tricia & Dawn are all through to the next round of the Pairs playing on 10th June – two of which will be at CP. Both Fours’ teams (Ann, Jean, Nadine & Cathy and Sarah, Ange, Sheila M & Dawn) are through to the quarter …
From Captain of the Day, David Hale: On a lovely sunny May afternoon, a very enjoyable game of bowls was played at Imber Court. Unfortunately, the result was not quite what we wanted with a 54 – 59 loss overall, two rinks losing and one rink winning. The rink scores were …
Team will be on the noticeboard by Tuesday – check your name for selection. There were plenty of people signing up for this match.
it was nip and tuck all the way but Mid Surrey managed to pip us to the post by 1 shot! Lovely game, the green was good at Mid Surrey, the company fine – chatty yet competitive – and the post match meal was delicious! Captain Terry has vowed to turn the tables when we …
Following their win on Saturday against Grovelands (16-17 at home but 23-10 away), the teams will be back this Saturday morning playing West Ealing in the second round. Good luck! Home team (tbc): Audrey, Corale, Cathy & Ann H Away team (tbc): Ange, Dawn, Nadin & Jean S Supporters and spectators welcome home and …
Well done to all who played and a big thank you to Scott who stepped at the last minute in as Laurence was poorly. It was an 8 shot win for the club under Captain Terry. The green played well – the rolling that Trevor did on it on Sunday morning has certainly helped. Thanks …
The changing refurbishments are well under way but the new lockers will not be arriving before 24th May, so please could you continue to take your bowls to and from the club, or put somewhere safely – ask Jane if you’re unsure of the best place. At weekends, you can change in the changing rooms …
There was a very good turnout for the Races on Friday Night and we were all glad to be indoors, rather than standing outside as it was rather nippy to say the least! Benjamin from Royale Racing set up his system and we set off for 8 races over the evening. A total of £399 …
We’re looking forward to bowling and entertaining Windsor & Eton at home on Saturday. Teams are up on the noticeboard. Please tick your name off so the captain knows you know you’re playing! Thanks
From Match Captain, David Hale: CP NPL Rink 2 Jean Staples 11 …
From Match Captain, David Hale: CP Masonians Rink 4 David Hale …
Subscription invoices will be sent out at the beginning of May. The Board of Directors has agreed the following subscription fees for 2019 – 2020. Combined Outdoor and Indoor membership – £215 (Including £10 towards the indoor green and £5 for a new locker). Indoor membership only – £105 (Including £10 towards the indoor green …
Another cracking day of bowls with the spectators on the edge of their seats! Results: Mixed Open Pairs – Jean Staples & Norman Chart – down to the final end Men’s Open Pairs – Dave Ayton & Mike Brown – after they clawed their way back from a slow start Ladies’ Drawn Pairs – Amanda …
A great day with some super bowling! 3 Bowl Daytime Pairs – Sheila Cowmeadow & Graeme Dale Mixed Drawn Pairs – Ange Cumine & Brian Noel – down to last end! Open Triples – Victor Jerabatnan, Peter Judge & Dawn Slaughter Men’s Challenge – Ian Dale – what a cracker of a match! 2 Bowls …
Thank you to everyone who has nominated/proposed/seconded committee positions. The AGM is at the Clubhouse at 7.00 pm
Another great day of competitive bowls with a good mixture of pairs. Some excellent bowling from Katharine (Amanda said she didn’t do anything) saw the girls with a good win over Bernard (who had staggered from his sick bed to play) & Joan. The other ladies’ pair of Jeanett & Suzy saw Suzy as …
The four different semi-finalists this year – Victory, Cyphers, Wey Valley and St Neots & District played some tight matches. St Neots, Cyphers & Wey Valley all had youngsters up in Nottingham in the Under 25s, so some new team members were brought in. Some of the Victory team had lost at Nottingham on the …
Congratulations to Laurence who was awarded his Middlesex Indoor County Badge on Friday by the President, Andy Docker. As you can see, Laurence is very happy! (Happier than he was when he gave George H his wrong bias certificate!!) Laurence will be sewing it on his blazer himself but we will check it’s the right …
Well done and thanks to Barry & Amanda for hosting the quiz and testing all our little grey cells. The quiz was pitched just right with some easy and then the curve ball came in! Scores were very tight at the end with Alan & Ewy, Paul, Gym, Laurence & Dawn just pipping Joan, Bernard, …
Well, what a brilliant day from start to finish! Dick & Di battled through 4 matches and 6 hours of play to come out tops on the green whilst Prostate Cancer UK are now £1,000 better off due to Ann M’s raffle (£500), donation of entry and green fees, sales of lunch and cakes. A …
This year’s Mid Week Festive Break runs from 25th-29th November. There’s a list to sign up and booking forms to complete at the club. Please return both – one form per person and deposit of £40 per person by end February latest. Any questions, see Dawn or Laurence Many thanks. You may be able to …
Well done to Laurence & Peter T who had a very very close match Kevin K & Bill R in the National Men’s Over 60s Pairs. A great match!
I’ve updated the Fixture List and posted it on the Calendar page. There were a few changes from the original list. Happy New Year!
Greg Harlow was greeted at the Club this morning by Brian delivering a wrong bias with the new set of bowls he’d bought from Greg at Potters last month! Brian asked who had ‘sneaked’ on him and Greg said it was him! Not every Wrong Bias Club bowler can claim to have a certificate signed …
Thank you for all the clubs that have entered. The draw is now up on the website and was emailed out to all participating clubs on Sunday 5th November. Go to Calendar then find the Leonard Denny Memorial page.
IMG_0026 As you will see from the video (hope it works – thanks Audrey!), no, it didn’t! Margaret B did a fantastic job co-ordinating the whole event with support team in the kitchen Of Beryl B & SHirley O, Alan B and Brian C out under umbrellas and what-have-you manning the BBQ and Laurence and …
It all started on Friday when the Middlesex Ladies took on Surrey across all 6 rinks. The groundsman assisted with extra watering from Jane, Terry & Laurence during the previous fortnight, had the green in a fantastic condition with 90% grass visible and only the odd patch of brown. There were up and down scores across …
We received the sad news that Rita Fenton passed away this morning. She had been unwell for quite a while and, although she had hoped to bowl indoors again this season, just wasn’t able to make it. Rita & Martin devoted many, many hours to the club in a multitude of capacities. They were always …
Opening on Monday, the new ABC Sports Injury Clinic will be launched. Stiff muscles, sore back, creaky knees? Book an appointment with one of the highly-skilled therapists. Special rates for CP members but the clinic is also open to non-members. More information from scottcumine@yahoo.co.uk or 07794 304 336 or 07973 654 877 ABC Cambridge Park …
We had a great week at Potters and were a bit heavy headed on this our last morning – Congratulations to Steve G, Tricia G, Barry & Teresa F who WON the whole competition – fantastic bowling! Thanks to Laurence for organising the: Table Football competition – winners Laurence & Ann M Kerling competition – winners …
It is with deep sadness that we learned of the passing of long time member and former Cambridge Park President, Arthur Carter, yesterday. Arthur and Betty had enjoyed a lunch together for Betty’s birthday, when it was time for him to depart this earth. Although he hadn’t played for the last couple of years, Arthur …
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE FAB FOUR! Ann Halliday, Jean Staples, Nadine Mullins & Cathy Taylor. Winners of the Ladies Fours at the National Championships at Victoria Park, Leamington Spa on Thursday 10th August Although no strangers to the National Championships, having reached the quarter-finals in 2010 and the semi-final in 2012, the Cambridge Park Fab Four started …