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First Match

Posted on April 1, 2016 by iangilly66

It is cold and wet so it must mean the season is starting. Our Club’s first ever match is happening tonight, where we play away at Aughton Institute in the Westhead League. Good luck everyone.

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Works Update

Posted on April 1, 2016 by iangilly66

The base for the pavilion, which will arrive on Monday, is now in. We will need some volunteers Monday and Tuesday evenings to help treat it. The grass green is shaped and now nearly ready for seeding.

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Bowls in the Park

Posted on March 29, 2016 by iangilly66

There will be a coaching session in Coronation Park, Ormskirk, this Saturday at 10am. Anyone is welcome to attend to have a go.  Coaching sessions will be held on our new green for members as soon as it is ready.

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Help needed on Sunday

Posted on March 29, 2016 by iangilly66

We are intending to put up the small pavilion we brought from the Windmill this weekend on Sunday at 10am.  We need as many strong men and women to attend as possible.  Please come and help if you can otherwise … Continue reading →

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On the move and progress update

Posted on March 26, 2016 by iangilly66

All the tools and equipment have now been moved from the Windmill to our new storage container at the new greens.  The old benches have also been moved but will require some renovation.  All those with any woodworking skills please … Continue reading →

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Great meeting

Posted on March 23, 2016 by iangilly66

Last night when we met to give out fixtures and an update to members it was really pleasing to see 7 new people (all beginners) turn up wanting to join and come along to get some coaching. This club will grow … Continue reading →

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Instagram

Posted on March 20, 2016 by iangilly66

The Club now has an Instagram account. If you want to follow us our user name is ormskirkbowler. Pictures will be displayed on the right hand column of this site when first posted, under the Twitter feed. As a reminder … Continue reading →

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Halton Castle in trouble

Posted on March 20, 2016 by iangilly66

Marstons pub company are looking to sell the Halton Castle in Westhead (near Ormskirk) and, because they want to sell it with vacant possession,  they are giving the bowling club notice to quit.  We should all get behind the Halton … Continue reading →

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New British Crown Green Website launched

Posted on March 20, 2016 by iangilly66

The British Crown Green Bowling Association (BCGBA) today launched its new website http://www.bcgba.org.uk . Take a look, although it is still a work in progress.  You can also follow the BCGBA on twitter and facebook.

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Fixtures and Fees

Posted on March 17, 2016 by iangilly66

All Club Members and Prospective Members, if you still have to pay your fees please come along on Tuesday night (22nd March) to the cricket club pavilion anytime between 7.30 and 8.15pm.  If you are interested in joining a team (Tues, Wed and/or … Continue reading →

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