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Ladies Versus the Gentlemen
August 2019
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KEYNSHAM BOWLING CLUB PRESS RELEASE 24TH JUNE 2019
In spite of the rather inclement weather the green at Keynsham Bowling Club is being widely used as the internal club competitions get under way in addition to the regular
league games.
The Ray Percival Cup was won by Mary Millard, Martin Barrett and Cliff Springer and a couple of weeks later 24 men spent a day competing, which resulted in
Dick Ollis and Ken Gaull going through to the Mens Two Wood Final to be played later in the season.
Each week three men’s teams compete in the Bristol and District League on a Thursday evening and a further three in the North Somerset League on a Saturday. To date,
the results have been mixed but improvement is becoming apparent.
The Friday men’s triples team is certainly experiencing a good run. The ladies also compete in the ladies North Somerset League and a mixes side plays in the Somerset Mixed League.
A consistent feature of life at Keynsham has always been the members roll up on a Monday evening when players of all levels come together,
both men and ladies with teams being
selected on arrival. Not only is it a good way of socialising with other members it also provides the new members to get some good tips and experience from the more established
players.
Our photo shows a number of Monday members in play.
We have unfortunately recently lost two of our members. Firstly Adrian Parker, a much liked club member passed away after a long illness. We then lost John Mead, one of our
longest serving members who was our ex President and for many years our green manager. Both of them will be greatly missed.
KEYNSHAM BOWLING CLUB PRESS RELEASE 15th APRIL 2019
The final social event of the closed season took place when 40 members gathered for a beetle drive together with a Ploughman’s Supper. An enjoyable and somewhat
noisy evening was had by all.
The final testing of the new sprinkler system took place and our picture (see below) shows one of the jets showing the effectiveness of the installation.
Grateful thanks are due to those members who worked hard on this project during the winter.
Members were shocked at the death of one of our long standing and most accomplished bowlers Don Rees, after a short illness. Don had only recently taken on the role
of Club President and he will be greatly missed. He always had the time of day to encourage those who were just starting out on their bowling career and I well remember
the help and advice that he gave me. One of the Clubs gentlemen! Over 60 members were at his cremation to show their respect.
About 20 members have just returned from the annual preseason bowling trip to Cyprus.
The Club offers free coaching to anyone who would like to try their hand at the game.
Coaching will commence on Monday 13th May and be available on most Mondays and Saturdays at
11am.
with all equipment provided. You will be made most welcome! See the 'Coaching Button' on the menu at the head of this page for further information
At last, the new sprinkler system in operation.
Thank you to all those who worked so hard, often in bitter cold conditions, so that we can all enjoy our summer bowling
KEYNSHAM BOWLING CLUB PRESS RELEASE FEBRUARY 20TH 2019
In January 50 members of Keynsham Bowls Club gathered in the Clubhouse to hear an illustrated presentation by one
of the members Clive Brain on the M Shed Museum at Bristol Docks, plus the Pyronaut fire boat that Clive skippers.
There were many old pictures that prompted memories of the dockside as it was many years ago together with information
about the other boats moored in the docks.
We all then enjoyed a Ploughman’s supper prepared by the Social Committee,
which was then followed by a little seen film of the cavalcade of boats that sailed under the bridges of the Thames as
part of the Queens Diamond Jubilee.
Clive explained how the Pyronaut nearly did not make it, as it had to be transported by trailer along the M 4 and due
to weight problems flat tyres became an issue. Alternative arrangements were made and the boat took its place with
many hundreds of others to sail past the Queen.
In February the annual Curry Evening took place and 60 members were well fed on beef curry, naan bread, poppadums and
mango chutney followed by fresh fruit salad and ice cream. Cottage pie was available for those preferring the more
traditional cuisine.
A great evening was had with the curry just being hot enough to encourage good bar sales!
A couple of days before compiling this, Secretary David Hockney had despatched to members all of the bowling information
for the new season. Summer is on its way!
February 2019
Team Keynsham at Chippenham 9th December 2018
Thank you Chippenham Indoor Bowls Club for a Great Day
KEYNSHAM BOWLING CLUB PRESS RELEASE 12th December 2018
The usual monthly coffee morning took place at Keynsham Bowling Club but on this occasion here were many prizes “up for grabs” in the Christmas Draw. Thanks to the generosity of
those who donated prizes this raised a good sum of money for club funds.
The annual Christmas Party is for many the highlight of the social calendar and this year was no exception. Over 70 members gathered in the Christmas decorated clubhouse to be
entertained by the singing duo, the Two of Clubs. Their rendering of “I am a cider drinker” was well received by the City supporters present, who were equally pleased that they
did not include “Irene Good Night Irene”. Their choice of music was just what was needed by the members – no heavy metal or rap – and they have already been booked for
Christmas 2019. The evening was rounded off with a superb Christmas turkey supper and mulled wine laid on by the Social Committee.
Our picture shows the members having a good time.
A number of members made the trip to Chippenham clad in festive gear to play an indoor game followed by a meal. A week later the ladies of the club gathered for their Christmas
lunch at the Camerley Lodge Hotel in Temple Cloud and as usual the food was first class.
We enter a new year with half of the closed season behind us and plans already in place for bowling in the new season with details of the men’s tour in September 2019 just having
been announced.
KEYNSHAM BOWLING CLUB PRESS RELEASE 22nd November 2018
Whilst it is closed season on the green, the social side of Keynsham Bowls Club continues unabated! Early in November nearly 60 members enjoyed a quiz with a difference - it had
a bingo theme. The Social Committee provided a first class ploughman’s supper.
The next event was the Annual Presentation Lunch that took place at Knowle Golf Club – a great venue and good food enjoyed by nearly 70 members. After the meal came the
presentation of the trophies. At the start of the season 89 members entered competitions in 19 different events which produced a total of 461 separate entries – statistics by
courtesy of our Competitions secretary Martin Moore. A number of members won more than one trophy but pride of place must go to Jan Iles who had to visit the trophy table on five
occasions. There was one little hiccup when the trophy for the winner of the Australian Pairs went astray. It was found later under the table – a case of gone missing “down under”.
The Annual General Meeting which took place in the Club House started with the 70 members present standing in silence to remember those friends that we had lost during the year.
Reports were received from the various club executive members and the managers with the responsibility for the running of the various aspects of the club’s life. The club could not
exist without the hard work put in by these good folk. Towards the end of the meeting the outgoing Captains left the top table and handed over responsibility to the incoming
skippers Mo Dickinson and Carm Riccio. John Mead stood down as the President having held the position for 15 years and he was succeeded by Don Rees. Joan Harvey was made a Life
Member for her work as the ladies Fixture Secretary, a role she held for 20 years.
Our photograph shows the trophy winners at the Presentation Lunch.
KEYNSHAM BOWLING CLUB PRESS RELEASE 13TH OCTOBER 2018
The season finished at Keynsham Bowls Club on the last Sunday afternoon in September when over 50 members gathered for the final roll up of the season.
This was followed by a
fish and chip supper in the clubhouse when nearly 80 folk enjoyed food provided by the Keynsham Fish Bar.
Each year members raise money for a charity chosen at the start of the
season by the ladies and gents captains. In the summer a charity BBQ was held and as is usual when the men go on their close season tour they take the pig with them.
This is a
large collection box which is placed at the end of the rinks during matches and players both tourist and host clubs are asked to chip in to boost the funds.
The charity chosen
this year was the Jessie May Trust based in Kingswood which provides hospice at home care for terminally ill children in Bristol and the surrounding area.
Our picture shows the captains, Ann Newbery and Beresford Parker handing over a cheque for £1,200.00 to Helen Mackie the Community and Events Officer at Jessie May.
In the
background are the well fed club members!
KEYNSHAM BOWLING CLUB PRESS RELEASE 26TH SEPTEMBER 2018
“Pam and Bob Edged Out”
On the first Sunday in September, husband and wife Bob and Pam Edge played in the Ladies and Gents Championship at the clubs Finals Day at Keynsham Bowling Club.
Bob lost by 19 shots to 21 in a closely fought match with Paul Harsant whilst Pam lost by 15 shots to 21 against the defending champion Marlene Tidy.
Our photograph shows Marlene and Paul receiving their trophies from the Club’s Vice-President Margaret Church. As Marlene is one of the shortest ladies in the club and Paul
one of the tallest men, Marlene insisted that Paul knelt to allow the photo to be taken!
A further 12 trophies were contested in a day of enjoyable bowling for both players and those watching. The previous week the men had played in their final fixtures in the
Thursday night Bristol & District League. The A team finished 4th in division 2, the B team 8th in division 3 and the C team 7th in division 4 which means all three teams
will be competing in the same divisions next season.
Unfortunately it was a different tale in the Saturday North Somerset League where the A team finished bottom of Premier 2 and were relegated to the East 1 division where
they will join the B team next season, who finished in 9th position. Had the C team who played in East 2 picked up a few more points they would have been promoted and would
have been in the same division next season as the A and B teams.
Our ladies team playing in the North Somerset League ended the season in pole position and were declared the champions. Well done the ladies in showing the men how to bowl
as well as preparing teas!
On the last Sunday in August the club was due to play host to a touring side from Crediton in Devon but unfortunately the weather wiped out any chance of playing bowls.
During the month the club hosted the Somerset County Finals Day. Many clubs were represented from all parts of the County playing in finals from singles, doubles, triples and
fours in men’s, ladies’ and mixed formats. At all times during the day there were at least 120 players and spectators who enjoyed some outstanding matches.
Last year the club entertained a touring side from Winchmore Hill in north London and so this year a coach load set out from Keynsham to travel to London for a return game.
With the travelling involved it was a long day but the bowling and the hospitality were good and the day was enjoyed by all.
The final club competition of the season took place when ladies and gents competed for the Hazel Waldon Triples Cup in memory of a previous Vice President. After a full day of
bowling the winners were Lynne Pearce, Pete Gibson and Carm Riccio.
A Monday evening is the members night when anyone can turn up for a friendly roll up. Over an 18 week period points are awarded to the three highest scoring sides each week and
at the end of the season the ladies champion was Lindsay Allen and the gents Mike Lambern.
Another season draws to a close as members prepare to pack away their woods until next April. Some however will bowl indoors, whilst others might try their hand at skittles
but for most the next six months cannot pass quickly enough.
KEYNSHAM BOWLING CLUB PRESS RELEASE 22ND AUGUST 2018
As the end of the bowling season approaches the activity on the green at Keynsham Bowling Club becomes even more intense.
In addition to the league and friendly
matches being played, plus the club competitions, there have been a number of “one off” fixtures.
At the start of the month was the annual fixture against the local rivals from Frys playing for the Alsop Trophy which Keynsham lost by 77 shots to 66. We look forward to
gaining our revenge in a year’s time!
This was followed by a club competition the Tom Pells Cup, played between mixed teams of four for a trophy given in memory of Tom by his widow Lyn. The picture shows the
winning team, Tony Bevan, Graham Cavill, Jan Iles and Lyn Dorey receiving the cup from Lyn’s granddaughters, Jessica, Stella and Hattie.
Another Sunday was taken up with the club hosting two semi-finals, firstly the Wedmore Plate when Weston Bath comfortably beat Yatton, followed in the afternoon when Bristol
closely defeated Bath in the Turnbull Cup.
A fixture that club members look forward to is the match between the ladies and gents of the club and the fact that six
rinks are played necessitating twenty four ladies shows the depth of club membership. Whilst the men won it would be inappropriate for me to quote the final score, but the
ladies look forward to an improved performance next year. As is traditional on this occasion the gents relieved the ladies of the catering duties for the day and treated
everyone to a fine tea.
Towards the end of the month the club hosted the ladies county fixture between Somerset and Berkshire when the home side won five of the
six rinks with the shots totalling 133 to 106.
The recent change in weather has resulted in the green receiving a good watering and it promises to bowl well for the
last month of the season.
singing duo, the Two of Clubs. Their rendering of “I am a cider drinker” was well received by the City supporters present, who were equally pleased that they
did not include “Irene Good Night Irene”. Their choice of music was just what was needed by the members – no heavy metal or rap – and they have already been booked for
Christmas 2019. The evening was rounded off with a superb Christmas turkey supper and mulled wine laid on by the Social Committee. 
A further 12 trophies were contested in a day of enjoyable bowling for both players and those watching. The previous week the men had played in their final fixtures in the
Thursday night Bristol & District League. The A team finished 4th in division 2, the B team 8th in division 3 and the C team 7th in division 4 which means all three teams
will be competing in the same divisions next season.
This was followed by a club competition the Tom Pells Cup, played between mixed teams of four for a trophy given in memory of Tom by his widow Lyn. The picture shows the
winning team, Tony Bevan, Graham Cavill, Jan Iles and Lyn Dorey receiving the cup from Lyn’s granddaughters, Jessica, Stella and Hattie. 
Towards the end of the month the club hosted the ladies county fixture between Somerset and Berkshire when the home side won five of the
six rinks with the shots totalling 133 to 106.