Congratulations to Janis Owen

Congratulations goes to Janis on making her debut for the bowls club away against Mark Moor Bowls Club on Friday the 30th of August.

Janis contributed very nicely to win on her rink in the triples as lead bowler and overall for the club against a strong team, with Burnham on Sea Bowls Club winning 100 points to Mark Moor’s 98.

Janis said after the game she found the game to be very friendly and a very enjoyable experience and loved the feeling of being part of Burnham on Sea Bowls Club.

Janis also added she is looking forward to playing more matches for the club leading up to the end of the season and has added her name for more friendly’s. 

A big well done from the other members and welcome to our friendly bowls club Janis.

Janis is shown in the photo being presented with her complementary shirt for playing in her first match for the club by the Men’s Captain and captain of the day Bob Brown.

 

 

Presentation of Cheque to BARB. & Friends of Burnham-on-Sea War Memorial Hospital

The Charity Open Day on Sunday May the 26th 2024 was to encourage new bowlers to have a taster of playing bowls and to raise some funds for two local charities  –  Burnham Area Rescue Boat,      BARB.    and    Friends of Burnham-on-Sea War Memorial Hospital once again.

Although the day was almost a complete washout this year with the very heavy rain, many turned up and we raised almost £400 with the club rounding the figure up. Lots of visitors enjoyed the experience, even though they and many club members had soggy socks and shoes by lunchtime.

There are far too many people to thank individually for their great effort and contributions made before and on the day.

Don Bridges Chairman, and Richard Luscombe, President of Burnham on Sea Bowling Club.  Can be seen presenting a cheque for £200 to BARB’s  Treasure Graham Holdsworth at the rescue station late in August.

Another £200 cheque was delivered personally by the Chairman to Mrs Ceri Joyce Chairman +  Publicity Marketing officer of Friends of Burnham-on-Sea War Memorial Hospital earlier in the month.

 

Congratulations Penny Bedwell

Congratulations Penny Bedwell on playing in her first match for the bowls club, against a very strong touring team from South Wales, Llanhllieth.

Penny was very happy with the welcome she received from her fellow team mates and the other members of both clubs and is looking forward to playing in many more games for Burnham on Sea Bowls Club.

Penny is shown in the photo being presented with her complementary shirt for playing in her first match for the club by The Ladies Captain Mary Brown.

 

 

 

Beetle Drive Evening

I don’t think I other members and guests had so much fun for a fiver until last night.

New and established members plus guest of the club gathered for our second social night this season to play a Beetle Drive. The dress code of something that sparkles and was enthusiastically taken up with jewels, tops and accessories.

The game consists of shaking dice to get a score that matches the parts of a beetle and so one draws until a beetle is completed and the game stops. Highest and lowest score from a table of four move in opposite directions so that every game brings new players together.

The ensuing mayhem is a rattle of dice cups, furiously being shaken, thrown and passed on, accompanied by whoops and cheers as speed is of the essence and beetle parts are drawn. The game consists of 8 rounds with the highest total score winning at the end so congratulations to Marion Strong.

Half time was enhanced with oven fresh pizzas and a selection of filled rolls with interesting description flags as you can see in the photos, a free raffle and just time to grab a drink from Rob who manned the bar.

The event was also as sustainable as possible with 95% of materials used being recycled.

A huge thanks to Jim as doorman, bouncer and photographer for the night. Rob and his bow tie behind the bar. Rita and Brenda were marvellous in helping me to cater and clear up.

Finally to Terry who devised, organised, explained and ran the night in his usual quiet and reserved manner!!!!

If you would like to see some videos of the chaos, head over to our Facebook Page

 

Mike Squire – Events Coordinator.

 

 

 

 

 

Congratulations to Pat Cross and Kevin Thompson

Congratulations go to Pat and Kevin on making their debut for Burnham on Sea Bowls Club.

Kevin played in a friendly match against Victoria Park, Bridgwater at home on Thursday. Followed by Pat the next day away to Bridgwater in The Victoria League.

Welcome both to our friendly club and we are sure you will enjoy your time with a new family.

Pat is shown in the photo being presented with her complementary shirt for playing in her first match for the club by The Ladies Captain Mary Brown.

Kevin is shown in the photo being presented with his complementary shirt by The Men’s President Richard Luscombe.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Congratulations to Keith Sexton.

Congratulations to Keith on making his debut for the bowls club at home against the touring team Witney Mills Bowls Club from Oxfordshire earlier today.

Keith said he found the game to be very friendly and most enjoyable against a very strong  competitive friendly Witney Team.

The opposition team members on Keith’s rink were most complimentary on the quality of his bowling.

Before he left the club after the game he added his name to more games coming up.

Although Keith’s rink and the club came second in the two-horse race, everyone left with a smile both on the outside and inside.

Keith is shown in the photo being presented with his complementary shirt for playing in his first match for the club by the Men’s President Richard Luscombe.

 

 

Congratulations to Keith Jephcott.

Congratulations to Keith on playing his first game for Burnham on Sea Bowling Club earlier today against the touring team Lilleshall Hall Bowls Club, from Shropshire.

Keith said he was delighted with the welcome he received by both his home club and visiting club and throughly enjoyed the afternoon. Club Captain Bob Brown who played on the same rink with Keith was impressed, and wants him to play in many more game for the club

All new members are given a club shirt for playing in their first game for the club, plus their first year’s indoor membership is included.

Club Shirt Presented by Chairman Don Bridges.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Personalised Club Badges

Hi Members,
You may have noticed that some members wear badges with the Club Name and Member’s Name – a photo of my one is below.
If you would like one of these badges please let me know. You may order one with just your first name/known as name or including your family name (AKA Christian name and surname). 
The for cost for each badge is £2.00 with personal delivery to the clubhouse.  
It will be your choice whether to wear a badge and you are welcome to continue to wear one you already own if you prefer.
Jim Bass   07717326871       jim.bass@talktalk.net