OCTOBER NEWSLETTER

The bowls season has sadly finally come to a close! Thanks are due to Geoff Wickenden for organising the very enjoyable extended Monday night matches which luckily were held in sunshine.

The finals weekend saw some new winners this year. Congratulations to Alban and Anthony Poulsom, Jon Swain, John Saunders and Celia Wickenden who will all see their names on the honours board for the first time. Cups will be presented on Sunday the 27th October at the London Beach Hotel so please save the date.

Please note there will be no wine bottles for winners or runners up this year but medals will be presented later instead.

Brian Aylard’s Bench

The new bench has been much admired and thanks go to Delia and family for their generosity.

Calverley Centenary

This has now been confirmed as occurring in 2026 and not next year! We are however hoping to hold a friendly against the old Calverley members on the last Monday bank holiday in May instead.

Tunbridge Wells Mixed League

We ended up top of our division this year and will be going up a division next year. Congratulations to Malcolm Rhodes and the members of the Thursday night teams!

Social Events

A subcommittee has been formed with Barbara Scholten, Jenny Lloyd and Karen Melhuish in charge. A Christmas party will be the first event, details to follow.

Alcohol Licence

The club is applying for an alcohol licence from the Borough Council and you may see notices in the Courier and around the clubhouse.

Finances

A new mower has been bought at an approximate cost of £2200. A good turnout at the London Beach lunch will help towards balancing the books!

AGM Sunday the 10th November

Please make a note of the date and be prepared to vote for your club officials. Nominations for the club positions are on the notice board.

Wendy Bidder, Hon Secretary