Important Information

Communication with members is through our clubhouse noticeboards and website; please keep an eye on these.  We regularly issue a newsletter to provide timely updates and news, which is circulated by email.

The Green is our most valuable asset. It is essential that the green is treated with care, and any misuse must be corrected. The main problems are divots being taken out by bad delivery, bowls being dropped and players running on the green. Such incidents should be dealt with in a courteous manner either by the Skip of the rink or the Steward of the day (during roll-ups).

Bad weather can lead the Green Manager to decide to close the green.  The current green status is available on the website and is updated daily.

Roll ups are generally available in the mornings or anytime the green is not booked. There is a small charge of £1:00 if you have tea or coffee and biscuits. All equipment used must be replaced and locked up after use.

Club competitions are arranged by the Competitions Secretary. We hope that as many members as possible will enter. The teams for Triples and Pairs competitions are drawn at random, so you do not need to find a partner to enter.

Club uniform must be worn for all matches, this comprises of club shirt and navy blue trousers, shorts or skirts. Club uniform is also worn for internal matches such as for President’s Day, Captain’s Day, and Club Competitions.  Note that at an alternative dress code may be applied to some events, such as President's Day; this will be communicated to members through RinkDiary.

There is a relaxed dress code for casual roll-ups, Club Days (Tuesday afternoons) and Thursday Evening Socials.

Club Day is an important part of our club life. We start bowling at 2:00pm and members wishing to play should arrive no later than 1:45pm. Put your name on the Captain’s list and pay a small fee, before changing, in order that the rinks can be organised for a prompt start. Rinks and teams are drawn at random; this will help you to get to know your fellow members.

Matches fall into one of three categories; Tourist (visitors), Friendlies (local teams on a home or away basis) and League. All are important to the Club. If you wish to play then add your name to the appropriate lists.  If you wish to play then nominate yourself on Rink DIary. The selection committees endeavour to give all as many games as possible (including new players), but teams for league matches are selected from the Club’s best players.

If you are selected for a match, please make sure you confirm this on Rink DIary to show the Captain that you are still available. 

It helps the Men’s Captain to know a player’s availability, so could players please enter in the Non-Availability Book, when they will be unavailable for selection. 

Match fees are £2.50 and covers tea or coffee and biscuits. There will be a charge at Tourist and some Friendly matches to cover a drink for both yourself and your playing partner. This charge will be on the match selection card.

Member duties are undertaken to ensure the smooth running of the Club.  A description of the Ladies and Men’s (Stewards) duties can be found at the back of this booklet. The duty rotas are on display in the clubhouse and on the website.

After the rota lists are published, if you are unavailable you must arrange to swap with another member or inform the appropriate person. We ‘lose face’ if no teas are provided and revenue if no Steward is on duty.

Travelling expenses can be redeemed for away matches. A table of these expenses is displayed on the notice board. A Claims Form must be completed and submitted to the Treasurer.

Well behaved dogs are welcome at the club, but for the safety and well-being of all members dogs should be under the control of their owner at all times and never left unattended anywhere on the club premises.  If you intend to bring your dog to the club then acquaint yourself with our dog policy, which can be found on the website.

The club has a zero tolerance approach to bullying please report any instances to the Safeguarding Officer or Men’s/Ladies’ Secretary.

Key Points of Contact

• The Membership Secretary deals with subscriptions, locker and clubhouse keys.
• Captains deal with matches.
• General enquiries are dealt with by the Ladies’ and Men’s Secretaries.