Past Events

On Sunday, 7th June some of our members played for the Bluebell Trophy, which was given to the club by Richard and Susan Cowie back in 2002.

Surprisingly nice weather greeted us on the green and a really good afternoons bowling was had by all.

At the half way stage members enjoyed refreshments and cakes.

During the break Martin presented a Silver Anniversary Rose to Vera, the Club Captain as a memento of this year being our 25th year as a Club.

Martin Tomlinson ran out the winner on the day beating Mike Warwick in a well played final. Congratulations to Martin on winning the Trophy for the fourth year in succession.

Many thanks to all those that took part in the Bluebell Trophy Competition, and to those who came along to score. A special thanks to Vera Alderson our Club Captain for organising the afternoon. Thanks also to the Green Keepers for preparing the green.

Vera presenting Martin with the trophy.

Mike receiving his runner up prize.

Martin presenting the Silver Jubilee Rose to Vera for the club.

A great afternoon of bowling!

On Friday 29th May we were honoured to host the area qualifiers for the Jack & Jean Isherwood Competition at Heversham B C.

Bowlers from South Cumbria made up the field and there was some outstanding bowling on the day.

Eventually Martin Gilpin and Ian Mitchell played out a great final with Martin running out a worthy winner. Well done to all.

Good luck to the three from our area in the Championship to be held in Shropshire.

We received high praise for the quality of our hosting/the green and especially our catering.

As Chair I feel very proud of the effort our club members put in on the day. This confirmed our capability of hosting top class events at our club in the future.

A brilliant day was had by all. Once again many thanks for everyone’s input on the day.

Cheers

Martin

Mike Fieldhouse congratulating Martin Gilpin on his win.

Thank you to the members who came along to ‘Boon Day’ this morning. This all helps to maintain the surrounding areas of the green.

Celebrating HBC Silver Jubilee

On Sunday May 10th, our club celebrated its Silver Jubilee.

The event was very well supported by members, family, friends past and present.

Everyone enjoyed catching up with each other over cakes and refreshments. Many thanks to all that supplied them.

After an afternoon of bowling and chatter, glasses were raised to the last and next 25 years.

The day was a resounding success and everyone enjoyed the camaraderie and banter that reflects on what a friendly and sociable club Heversham is.

Cheers everyone, Martin.

In the year 2000 after raising funds from numerous Irish Country Music Concerts, along with other fundraising events and gaining various grants work began at ‘Croft Field’.

After many months of hard work Heversham Bowling Green opened on Bank Holiday Monday, 28th May, 2001, by Sean Cully.

Over the years the club applied to join the Kendal District Bowling League, South Westmorland Seniors Bowling League and the South Lakeland Rural League. We now run five teams across these leagues. Alongside this we hold five in house Competitions, monthly Round Robins and since 2024 an Open Mixed Pairs Competition. The social afternoons on Wednesdays and Sundays have always and continue to be popular with members. Our fundraising events have proved to be very successful and well supported throughout the community.

Heversham Bowling Club would not be possible without the hard work, commitment and support over the years from the Committee, members and friends past and present. A huge thank you to you all. A special mention must go to John Smith, Margaret Nelson and Jean Handley who were the driving force behind the foundation of the club.

Here’s to the next 25 years!

Tom Grindey, HBC Secretary

On Sunday, 3rd May members took part in the Coronation Round Robin.

Due to an equal number of men and ladies, it was drawn as mixed pairs. Members enjoyed refreshments in the club house part way through the afternoon.

Congratulations to the winners Louise Tomlinson & Adrian Tayler, and to the runners up Mavis Anderton & Martin Tomlinson.

Thank you to Joyce, Margaret and George for scoring. Thanks to all those that took part in the competition.

Once again thanks to Colin for organising the afternoon.

Round Robin Sunday, 12th April.

A fun afternoon down on the green for our first Round Robin of the season.

The winning pair were Martin Tomlinson & Mike Warwick. Runners up Colin James & Alan Southwell.

Thanks to all of those that took part in the competition.

Thank you to Colin for organising the afternoon, which as always ran smoothly.

The Kendal League teams Heversham A v Heversham B took place on 26th March. This was enjoyed by all that played, scored, measured and spectated.

On Friday 27th March Heversham Rural had a match with other team players from the club. This was followed by a social evening in the clubhouse.

The Senior A v Senior B played on the 30th March. A lovely Spring afternoon playing bowls.

Good luck to all those playing in our teams this season.

On Tuesday 10th March our ladies met up for lunch at Levens Hall. Good food and great company was enjoyed by all. They are all looking forward to this coming season.

The Dominoes & Hotpot Supper was held at the Athenaeum on Saturday 7th March at 7pm.

Once again this was a well supported evening by members, family and friends.

Thank you to all who attended and to all who helped with the organising and running of the evening.

We are hoping to arrange another later in the year.