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The End of the Summer Season 2021

The End of the Summer Season 2021

Bowls
Unfortunately, it’s that time of year again, the Outdoor Season has come to an end. Our green will be having its Winter maintenance until Spring. That will involve using fertiliser and treatments for crane fly, moss, and whatever our green keeper thinks we need. However Ping / Table Tennis has just restarted, and will carry on throughout the Winter. If you are interested in playing, please get in touch and I’ll put you in contact with Jon, who runs the club. (Opening times for this vary depending on availability) We also aim to open for to members for occasional film screenings, quizzes and games (remember short mat bowls?) Details of these will be sent out to those on our mailing list, in due course, as and when they are arranged.…
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2020 AGM

Bowls
The 2020 AGM will be held on Sunday 17th May at 2.00pm via Zoom. For some good news read to the bottom To remind you - at our last AGM we agreed to change our reporting year to be from April to the end of March the following year. Even though we can't play at the moment we still need your support, even if it's just to get a drink at the bar (when covid 19 allows) and vote in your next committee. Membership fees remain at £20 for the whole year. Please renew your membership by bank transfer before the AGM to Nat West acc 88607356 sort code 52-10-00. Could you please send an email when you have done so to Rosie on secretary@gscbc.org.uk who will then send you…
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Coronavirus

Bowls
Due to the current situation we are currently closed until further notice.  For any queries please contact the Secretary on secretary@gscbc.org.uk
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2020 Open for Bowls from 4th April

Bowls
Yes it's only one month away and the clock is ticking down to when we can get out on the green. Opening times 2020 will be : Saturdays 2 - 5pm Sundays 3 - 6pm Wednesdays 6 till dusk Thursday 6 till dusk and Bank Holidays over the summer For Ping phone Jon on 07789 125483
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AGM 2019

Bowls
The 2019 AGM will be held on Sunday 6th October at 1.30pm in the Clubhouse. The current committee are happy to continue though nominees are welcome from members.  The current committee is:John Vickery  - ChairJon Defates  - Vice ChairRosie Tomlinson   - SecretaryPete Trynor/Matt Kiff  - joint TreasurersSian & Bernard Rogers - MinutesBrian Rich - WelfareKay Langworthy - Membership Secretary The AgendaMinutes from last yearReports from Chair, Secretary and TreasurersElection of OfficersProposal : That we change the membership year to be from April to April.  This will mean current members will have a free six months before they will need to renew at the start of the new season next April.AOBDate of next years meeting
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Friendly Bowls Tournaments 2019 – ALL WELCOME

Bowls
We would like to invite people of all abilities and experience to join us in a friendly bowls tournament on Sunday May 12th at 3pm. The exact format of the tournament has yet to be decided and will be dependent on how many people turn up on the day.  As always, the emphasis will be on enjoyment although there will be a prize of some sort for the winner. It is hoped that there will be enough interest to make this a regular event over the summer.   The Details: WHEN?   Sunday 12th May   15:00  - 18:00 but please be prompt WHERE?  The Bowls Green at Greville Smyth Park WHO CAN PLAY?   Anyone  HOW MUCH?   £ 6 for Members (including Green Fees)  £8 for Non Members ( including Green Fees) HOW DO I SIGN…
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2019 Opening

Bowls
We will be starting the new bowls outdoor season on 6th April, opening at 2.00pmOur membership fees stay low - only £20 until the season ends in October.  Then £3 for green fees and availing yourself of our bar.Or just turn up and play for £5.  Children under 16 are FREE.We have the equipment and coaching also available for FREE.We are available for hire.Our regular opening times from then onwards are:Saturdays  2-5pmSundays  3-6pmMondays  3-6pmWednesdays  6-duskThursdays 6-duskAs before we are planning another Rock and Bowls event and other special days, including days to especially encourage people with disabilities to discover this very enjoyable game.
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BOWLS START 2019

Bowls
The big news is that we can start playing outdoors from Saturday 6th April. Whoopie! Exact times will be posted but broadly similar to last year.  Just depends on availability of our wonderful team of volunteer openers. More news to follow.
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