Our annual Inter-club sports Tournament was held on Sunday last. Several local sports club teams took part including Oundle Rugby Club, Oundle Town Rowing Club and Oundle Football Club. A spider competition was held before the start of the match and the bottle of bubbly was won by our own Pam Weatherington – Well done… more
Open Weekend Success
Many thanks to all who supported Oundle Bowling Club on their Open days and Charity Match last weekend. Our recruitment day on the Saturday was busy with many visitors taking the opportunity to try lawn bowling. Our Coaches David Walker & Molly Bostock are now providing additional sessions for those who are interested in taking… more
OBC Open Weekend Saturday 11th May & Sunday 12th May
Its not long now to go before our annual Open Weekend, where we invite everyone to come along and try lawn bowls. This year, in aid of our President’s charity the Air Ambulance, we will be holding our Charity match on the Sunday afternoon. All are welcome to come and watch amateur teams from local… more
Wine and Cheese Tasting Evening
A great evening’s entertainment was enjoyed my nearly 40 members and their guests,who took part in a Wine & Cheese Tasting session presented by Waitrose Wine Specialist, Mark and Cheese expert Bob, last Friday evening at OBC. A variety of wines and cheeses were tasted and much enjoyed by those present. All the club’s wine… more
OBC gains Disability Bowls England Mark
Following on from our recent completion of the Club Development Programme provided by the Bowls Development Alliance, we have now just been advised that we have been successful in obtaining the Disability Bowls England Mark. The award ceremony will take place at our Open Weekend Charity Match on Sunday 12th of May. The DBE Mark… more
Oundle Bowling Club Burns Night
The first social event of the club’s year was the celebration, by some 60 plus club members, partners and friends, of Rabbie Burns the famous Bard of Scotland, who was born 260 years ago. A great Burns Night supper of Haggis and neeps or Steak Pie and veg was provided by our very own Dawn… more
President’s Charity – Sue Ryder
On the 18th of October our President Margaret Walker visited the Sue Ryder Hospice in Peterborough and presented to them a cheque for £400. Each year the Club President chooses a charity to which members can donate. This year the Club was able to donate a total sum of £1,220 to this very worthwhile cause.… more
President’s Tour
This year our President, Margaret Walker, arranged for us to visit Worthing-on-Sea and play three bowls matches. Our hotel, the Chatsworth was located a stones throw from the promenade and provided us with with dinner, bed & breakfast and entertainment on the Saturday evening. It proved to be an ideal base from which to visit… more
OBC in house Competition Finals
Last weekend saw the all the finals played for the in house competitions in glorious weather on a very fast green. Our new Competitions Secretary Michael Daking assisted by Douglas Best and Mike Hamill organised a a great weekend for players and spectators alike – thanks guys! The bacon rolls , tea and cakes supplied… more
Gala Day Success
Oundle Bowling Club held its first Gala Day on Sunday 5th of August. A total of eighteen teams entered the match, eleven being visiting teams and the remainder from OBC. The President, Margaret Walker, welcomed the teams and the match got under way at 9.15 am, each team playing a total of 4 matches of… more
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