Batchwood Bowing Club - Press Report 12th May 2025

The sun and lady luck shone on Batchwood this weekend continuing our winning streak with a win away at Potten End on Saturday. The top rink was Eddy Thackeray, John Bell and Sue Swain. On Sunday a narrow win at home over Tring by just 2 shots. Top rink was Liz Walls, Joyce Hopkinson and Mark Trembling.

This week Batchwood members have been busy competing at National & County level in competitions. Our Ladies' champion, Jackie Bell, played in the preliminary round of the National Champion of Champions knock-out competition. She played Rita Last of Garston Bowls Club at home. Jackie won 21 - 4.

Dave Richardson & Yvonne McCauliffe played in the National mixed pairs away at Herts BC against Carly Bishop & partner. They had a magnificent win 5 – 15.

Chris Kelly, John Bell & John Turkentine played their County Triples away against Harpenden but lost 11 – 15. John Turkentine played his National unbadged singles later against Nigel Whittle away at Townsend winning 4 – 21.

Batchwood are holding another Open Day on Bank Holiday Monday 26th May between 2.00p.m – 5.00p.m. All members of the public are welcome to attend. A rare opportunity to experience the thrill of bowling with guidance from coaches and experienced bowlers. All equipment will be provided. Flat soled shoes need to be worn. More information can be obtained by contacting secretarybatchwoodbc@gmail.com or 07957 572715. You can be assured of a warm welcome.

Tricia Gascoine

Press Office

Level 2 Coach