NEWS 2019

FRYS CLOSE 2019 WITH PRESENTATION EVENING

Frys closed their 2019 season with a presentation dinner at the start of October, with trophies being handed out to the winners of the club competitions. The trophies handed out were for the Triples competition played in July. Runners-up Mike Barling, Pete Rumble and Roger Loader just missed out in one of the closest competitions ever with Malcolm Hanks, Terry Vickery and Christopher Day taking the title, with Terry securing his 5th Triples title. The Pairs saw a dominant performance as runners-up Ken Stewart and Roger Loader fell a long way behind in the first half of the game, with Steve Buck and Jonathan Day taking an easy win, picking up a maximum 8 shots in the process. The Two Wood final has been delayed due to the green being closed early. In the Novice, Mike Cox played Pete Rumble, with Mike Cox taking his first title. The Handicap was won by Roger Loader, 20 years after his first title, with Jonathan Day taking the runners-up spot. The Championship final was a tight game with Geoff Kershaw taking the title with Stephen Day getting the runners-up trophy. The evening brought an end to the 2019 season. The club would like to thank all our readers who have followed our progress through the season and wish you all a good winter and look forward to a successful 2020 season.

HENLEAZE ROUT FRYS TO AVOID DROP

The curtain came down on the Bristol and District League season with Frys traveling to Henleaze 'A', with the home side needing at least 5 points to avoid relegation. The night got of to a perfect start with Henleaze pulling out big leads in the opening ends on rinks 1 and 2. Frys were able to counter on rink 3, but with rinks 1 and 2 continuing to drop shots, the gap couldn't be overcome. After halfway, rink 2 started to pull a few shots back, and put themselves in positions to quickly close their deficit. However, Henleaze skip was able to minimise the threats and preserve Henleaze lead. Henleaze were able to close out the game from there on, as they picked up 8 points from the 66-41 win, and with Long Ashton losing 9-1 against Yate 'A', Henleaze secured their division 2 status, with Long Ashton joining BAC in division 3. Meanwhile at the top, Knowle 'A' won the division with Yate 'A' joining them in division 1. 2 points for Frys saw them drop to 6th in the league. Scores: Rink 1: 9-30; Rink 2: 11-28; Rink 3: 21-8; Frys 41-66 Henleaze 'A' (2-8).

Frys 2019 season record: Won: 8; Drew: 1, Lost 9: Shots for: 853; Shots against: 812; Shots difference: 41; Points: 93

RINK 1 CONCEDE 1 TO SET UP WIN

Frys final home game of the league season saw them welcome Avonvale 'A'. A tight start saw neither team gain much of an advantage. Both clubs had rinks edge away with picking up singles and twos. Frys got an advantage on rink 2 giving Frys the halfway lead. Rink 1 continued to pull away giving Frys the upper hand. With rink 1 only conceding a single shot in the game, Frys comfortably won the game, with rink 2 holding out after a tight battle and rink 3 not quite completing a late comeback, took 8 points from the 54-33 win. With Yate 'A' picking up 4 points in their game, Frys chances of promotion came to an end. Scores: Rink 1: 24-1; Rink 2: 17-13; Rink 3: 13-17; Frys 54-31 Avonvale 'A' (8-2).

IN MEMORANDUM

It is with sadness that Frys Bowling Club have learned of the passing of former club member Tom Clifford after a long illness. Tom was a member of the club though 1980's to the early 2000's. The clubs thoughts are with his family.

PROMOTION CHANCES HIT AT IMPERIAL

The artificial surface of Imperial was the venue for the 16th game of Frys league season. Both teams got good starts on rinks 1 and 2, with rink 3 remaining tight. the game remained close, but rink 2 lost the final 4 ends and a poor night on rink 3 cost Frys the win with Imperial coming away 54-50 winner, with 4 points dropping Frys to 5th in the table. Scores: Rink 1: 4-30; Rink 2: 27-10; Rink 3: 19-14; Frys 50-54 Imperial (4-6).

FRYS RETAIN ALSOP SHIELD IN 50th ALSOP SHIELD

The first Friday in August saw the 50th edition of the annual Alsop Shield between Frys and Keynsham. Last years winners Frys hosted the game, but a poor start from rink 3 gave the visitors the early lead. With the other rinks holding close, Frys were able to hold the deficit at the halfway point. Rink 3 were able to stop Keynsham pulling away and picking up a few useful shots. With the game entering the final 20 ends, Keynsham still held the lead. However rinks 1 and 4 combined for 21 shots in 8 combined ends turning the game in favour of the home side. Frys entered the final 2 ends of the game 10 shots up. The drama wasn't over as Frys debated a possible measure for the second shot on Rink 2. Frys decided to play the final shot, which the skip drew, jamming the jack between Keynsham's shot bowl and Frys bowl, with the tied end securing the game for Frys. Rink 1 finished the game conceding a single giving Frys a 75-66 win, retaing the Alsop Shield. Score: Rink 1: 21-16; Rink 2: 17-16; Rink 3: 10-24; Rink 4: 27-10; Frys 75-66 Keynsham.

LACK LUSTRE PERFORMANCE SEES FRYS LOOSE GROUND

Bottom club BAC travelled to Frys, with the home side looking for the win to keep up the promotion push. A poor start on rinks 1 and 3 saw BAC pull out an early lead. Rink 2 were able to pull a lead for the home side, but Frys still found themselves trailing. Despite Frys holding the game in touching distance, a lack lustre performance from Frys saw BAC come away 48-43 winners with Frys only picking up 2 points from rink 2's win. Scores: Rink 1: 14-18; Rink 2: 16-12; Rink 3: 13-18; Frys 43-48 BAC (2-8).

FRYS PICK UP 8 AT LONG ASHTON

The 14th game of the league season saw Frys travel to Long Ashton. Frys were able to take a lead, but with rink 2 falling behind, the game remained tight. The game got even tighter when Long Ashton pulled back on rink 3. Some crucial shots late from rink 2 helped keep Frys in front. Rink 3 were able to hold out to get Frys 2 points, and with Frys comfortably winning rink 1 and picking up 4 shots on their last end, Frys came out 49-41 winners with 8 points moving them into 3rd in the table, 11 points of second with 4 games left. Scores: Rink 1: 22-9; Rink 2: 12-19; Rink 3: 15-13; Frys 49-41 Long Ashton (8-2).

POOR START SEES FRYS OUT OF CLARENCE DAVEY

Wednesday night was Frys second game in the City and County of Bristol Clarance Davey with Redland Green hosting. A poor start on rink 4 set Frys on the back foot. The other rinks were able to stay in touch, but unable to pull back much ground. After halfway, rink 1 also started losing multiple shots, and with rink 1 not able to improve much, Redland Green won comfortably putting up 98 shots to Frys 54 bringing Frys cup runs to an end. Scores: Rink 1: 9-29; Rink 2: 22-13; Rink 3: 16-21; Rink 4: 7-35; Frys 54-98 Redland Green.

FRYS OUT OF TURNBULL

The last 16 of the Somerset Bowls Association Turnbull Cup game saw Frys make the short trip to Keynsham. Keynsham made the better start but Frys were able to stick with them, with rink 4 getting Frys a rink lead. After halfway, the game changed with Keynsham pulling away on rinks 1 and 2 rink 4 pulling back, put Keynsham into a good lead. Rink 3 weren't done yet, and pulled back their rink keeping Frys with a slim chance. With rink 3 a few ends behind, it meant they could go on the attack knowing they needed to overturn a 20+ shot difference. Despite a good effort, they fell short with 2 ends left to play with 20 shots too much to get with Keynsham coming away 88-68 winners. Scores: Rink 1: 13-28; Rink 2: 11-24; Rink 3: 24-23; Rink 4: 20-13; Frys 68-88 Keynsham.

TEN FOR FRYS

Canford travelled to Frys last Thursday for the latest game of the Bristol and District League. Rink 2 got off to a flying start putting up 17 unanswered shots in the opening ends. Canford were able to counter on rinks 1 and 3. As the game went Frys pulled back on rinks 1 and 3, and with rink 2 continuing to pull away, it set up a comfortable win for Frys. Rink 3 were able to take a late lead and held on for their win. Rink 1 came down to the final end with Frys 2 shots up. With Frys skip able to hold Canford to a single shot to win their rink giving Frys a maximum 10 points from the 61-33 win. Scores: Rink 1: 14-13; Rink 2: 28-6; Rink 3: 19-14; Frys 61-33 Canford (10-0).

FIRST WIN IN 4 FOR FRYS

Frys looked for their 1st win in 4 league games at Keynsham 'A' on Thursday night. A balanced start soon became and advantage to Keynsham as rink 3 won 6 ends in row to leave Frys trailing by 10 on the rink. With the other rinks close, Keynsham a small lead at halfway. Desipte the setback, rink 1 hit back with 12 shots in 3 ends to turn the game back to Frys. With rink 3 opening a small gap, Frys held to advantage to the closing ends. Rink 3 was tied into their final end. While holding shot, Frys skip clipped the jack over to Keynsham giving Keynsham the 2 points. Rinks 1 and 2 were able to hold out to win their rinks giving Frys 8 points from the 51-44 win. Scores: Rink 1: 18-12; Rink 2: 15-13; Rink 3: 17-18; Frys 51-44 Keynsham 'A'.

FRYS ADVANCE TO TURNBULL 3rd ROUND

Paulton were the hosts for Frys in the 2nd round of the Somerset Bowls Association Turnbull Cup. Frys got a flying start with rink 3 racing away to a 21-0 lead after 8 ends. Rink 2 also took a fair lead which put Frys in the driving seat. Paulton resisted with rink 1 tight, and rink 4 pulling out the lead. Frys were able to maintain a comfortable lead throughout the game, winning 3 rinks in 87-68 win to set up a 3rd round meeting with Keynsham. Scores: Rink 1: 18-17; Rink 2: 24-17; Rink 3: 34-10; Rink 4: 11-24; Frys 87-68 Paulton

TON UP FOR FRYS

The City and County of Bristol Bowling Association Clarence Davey Cup Preliminary Round started last Monday with Frys traveling to Severnvale. A quick start on rink 3 along with rink 4 also getting away gave Frys the early lead. Rinks 1 and 2 were much closer, keeping Severnvale in the game to the halfway point. After halfway, rinks 3, 4 and rink 1 continued to pull Frys away. With Severnvale having no answer, Frys won all 4 rinks in a 105-59 win to advance to the 1st round. Scores: Rink 1: 23-12; Rink 2: 22-19; Rink 3:31-11; Rink 4: 29-17; Frys 105-59 Severnvale

CAPTITULATION COSTS FRYS WIN

Knowle 'A' travelled to Somerdale last Thursday. A close start set the tone for the game. Rink 1 helped Frys to a small lead, but Knowle were able to pull the gap back. As the game neared the end, Frys held a small lead. A poor last 6 ends on rink 2 saw Knowle score 16 shots over their last 6 ends, leaving Frys needing 8 shots off the final end. With rink 1 electing to secure their points, along with the win on rink 3, Frys took 4 points from the 46-52 loss. Scores: Rink 1: 16-12; Rink 2: 14-26; Rink 3: 16-14; Frys 46-52 Knowle 'A' (4-6).

TURNBULL CUP SUCCESS FOR FRYS

Frys hosted Alexandra Tuesday night in the 1st round of the Somerset County Bowls Association Turnbull Cup. A tight start continued through to the halfway point. After falling behind early, rink 1 were able to close the gap to Alexandra, and with rink 2 and 3 continuing to pull Frys away. Rink 4 remained close throughout, but over 20 shots was too much for Alexandra to pull back. Frys came away with a comfortable 87-61 win to set up a 2nd round match against Paulton.

YATE DOMINATE POOR FRYS

The second half of the league season started with a trip to league leading Yate 'A'. A poor night from Frys saw Yate run away with the game, with Frys not taking advantage of closer deficits early in the game. Only rink 1 put much resistance scoring a disputed 2 on the last end to rescue a point from a 59-37 loss. Scores: Rink 1: 16-16; Rink 2: 12-25; Rink 3: 9-18; Frys 37-59 Yate 'A'.

FRYS MISS OUT BY MILLIMETRES AT BRISTOL IN CUP THRILLER

Frys began this seasons cup games with a Bristol and District League Lloyd Trophy match Tuesday against Bristol. An attacking start from Frys on rink 1 saw them move the mat up on the opening end, with Frys winning the opening end all 3 rinks. Not long later, Bristol got into their stride opening up a 16 shot lead, with rinks 1 and 2 gaining good advantages. However, Frys were not done yet, with rink 3 holding tight, Frys were able gain the rink lead, and with rink 1 pulling back their deficit. Rink 2 also pulled shots back closing the game up. Some big shots from the skips on both sides, kept the game in the balance. The game came down to the final end, with Frys 4 shots back. Frys number 2 covered the jack, and a second shot put, in left the game to the skips. With Frys final bowl, the skip knocked a short bowl into the head, and followed through with his own bowl, looking like Frys held the required shots to take the game into an extra end. With Bristol's skip not changing anything with the last bowl, the number three's agreed 3 shots to Frys, but the measure for the 4th shot went in Bristol's favour with Frys missing out by a few millimetres in what was a great advert for the game of bowls. Score: Frys 50-51 Bristol

LATE COMEBACK RESCUES DRAW FOR FRYS

The first half of the Bristol and District came to an end Thursday night as Frys hosted bottom club Henleaze 'A'. Henleaze dominated most of the finding themselves 12 shots up at the halfway point. After falling behind, rink 3 were able to stall Henleaze and eventually taking the rink lead. With rinks 1 and 2 also gaining a few shots, Frys closed the gap to 3, but loose ends on rinks 1 and 2 gave Henleaze the 12 shot lead back. This did not deter Frys as they gradually pulled it back. Set up with rink 3 winning by 9, Frys were 5 shots back with rink 2 still with 3 ends to play. Frys skip found a way through with the last bowl on the 15th end, saving 3 shots to Henleaze, closing the gap to 4. 3 shots were picked on the 16th end, leaving Frys needing 1 to tie. Frys number 3 trailed the jack to lie shot. Henleaze were unable to change the shot, and with Frys skip missing the line, it left the score tied at 49, with Frys taking 4 points leaving Frys 5th at the halfway point. Scores: Rink 1: 13-20; Rink 2: 14-16; Rink 3: 22-13; Frys 49-49 Henleaze 'A' (4-6).

AVONVALE GRAB LAST END DECIDER

Avonvale 'A' were Frys opponents last Thursday. Avonvale got early leads, but it was Frys on rink 2 who jumped away to an 18-0 lead after 9 ends with the help of a 7 shot end. With Avonvale holding the other 2 rinks, a small lead was held by Fry's. Avonvale gradually pulled the lead back and crucially slowed Fry's on rink 2. With Avonvale taking a win on rink 3, it left the game tied with rinks 1 and 2 both having one end each to complete. A good bowl from Avonvale's front end on rink 2 saw the jack covered. Fry's were unable to get the shot leaving Avonvale 1 shot up. The game finished with Avonvale taking two shots on rink 1 leaving a final result of 48-45 in favour of Avonvale, with Frys only taking 2 points from the night. Scores: Rink 1: 11-20; Rink 2: 24-7; Rink 3: 10-21; Fry's 45-48 Avonvale (2-8).

ANOTHER CLOSE GAME AS FRYS WIN

Frys hosted Imperial last Thursday and made the better start with rink 2 getting a sizable advantage. Imperial countered gaining leads on rinks 1 and 3. Just as Imperial looked to be getting back into rink 2, Frys were able to prevent the progress and continued to pull away. Rink 1 were able to pull back their deficit making the game close, with Imperial still holding a comfortable lead on rink 3. In the closing ends, rink 1 picked up a number of shots, and along with key shots being picked up on other rinks, gave Frys a 4 shots lead with rink 3 to play their last end. A great draw from the Frys number 3 went unchanged giving Frys a 47-42 win taking 8 points to move into 2nd in the table. Scores: Rink 1: 20-13; Rink 2: 21-11; Rink 3: 6-18; Frys 47-42 Imperial (8-2).

FRYS LOSE IN CLOSE ENCOUNTER AT BAC

Frys travelled to bottom club BAC for the 6th game of the league season. BAC took a small lead early, but Frys kept them close, with neither team getting away. A loose end from rink 3 saw BAC open a gap, but Frys were able to get back some shots, but it would be too much for Frys with BAC holding out the overall lead. A close finish on rinks 1 and 2 saw both clubs picking up shot each with Frys tying rink 1 and BAC taking rink 2 saw BAC taking a narrow 40-43 win for their first win of the season, with Frys only managing one point from the loss. Scores: Rink 1: 14-15; Rink 2: 11-11; Rink 3: 15-17; Frys 40-43 BAC (1-9).

FRYS RETURN TO WINNING WAYS

Long Ashton visited Somerdale last Thursday on a sunny evening. Frys got off to a great start with rink 3 quickly pulling out an early lead. Long Ashton got a small lead on rink 1, but Frys were able to slow their progress. As Long Ashton started to pull back on rink 3, rink 2 saw Frys race away with Long Ashton unable to respond. Long Ashton continued to pull away slowly on rink 1, but rink 3 saw Frys pull away just as Long Ashton closed the gap. That set up Frys for the win scoring 60 shots to Long Ashton's 33, with 8 points taken from the night. Scores: Rink 1: 8-19; Rink 2: 33-4; Rink 3: 19-10; Frys 60-33 Long Ashton (8-2).

CLUB CELEBRATE 60th YEAR OF MEMBERSHIP FOR BRIAN HILL

On Saturday 18th May, Frys Bowling Club held their club match as the Brian Hill Celebration Match to celebrate club member Brian Hill's 60th year as a member of the club. Brian captained one team with club captain Stephen Day captaining the other team. After falling behind early on, Brian's team pulled away towards the end to claim victory winning 2 of the 3 rinks. Brian joined the club in 1959 after twice winning the Fry's Chocolate Factory interdepartmental tournament in 1957 and 1959. Brian has served the club as an officer in various roles, as well as carrying out practical jobs around the facilities. Brian was made a life member in 1997 for his service to the club, and has continued to help the club since then. A presentation was made by Club Secretary Christopher Day to thank Brian for his 60 years at the Club.

FRYS LET CANFORD IN TO TAKE WIN

Frys travelled to Canford for the fourth game of the league season. After a close start, Canford went into the lead, but Frys soon pulled back at the halfway point and continued to pull away, with rinks 2 and 3 gaining leads. After finding themselves 14 shots up into the closing ends. Canford didn't give and soon pulled the deficit back, with rink 1 losing shots quickly and some saved shots on other rinks giving Canford a 1 shot lead with 2 ends to finish. Frys levelled the game with the final end on rink 1, but despite holding shot on rink 2, Canford's skip trailed the jack to give Canford 3 shots and a 45-42 win with Frys only taking home 2 points leaving Frys 4th in the table. Scores: Rink 1: 11-17; Rink 2: 16-10; Rink 3: 15-18; Frys 42-45 Canford (2-8).

FRYS DEFEAT KEYNSHAM IN LAST END DECIDER

Keynsham 'A' made the short trip across to Somerdale on a sunny but windy night. A close start set the tone as Frys slowly edged ahead, with rinks 1 and 2 getting out to a lead. Keynsham slowly pulled back the lead on rink 2 closing the game right up. With all rinks playing the last end at the same time, scores were tied. Rink 1 picked the win and two shots, with rink 3 losing the rink and dropping a single, it left Frys one shot up, with rink 2 left to finish, needing two shots to win the rink. A loose final end left Frys 3 shots down, with the skip having one bowl left. With options at the back, a forehand runner saw the jack clipped out for a dead end. A better replayed end saw Frys with bowls surrounding the Keynsham shot. A controlled backhand from the skips first bowl removed the Keynsham bowl to leave Frys with 3 shots. With Keynsham skip not able to change anything with his final bowl, Frys wrapped up a 45-41 win taking 8 points from the night. Scores: Rink 1: 19-12; Rink 2: 15-13; Rink 3: 11-16; Frys 45-41 Keynsham 'A' (8-2).

FRYS GAIN FIRST WIN

The second game of the league season saw Frys travel to Knowle 'A'. Early rain soon relented and Frys were able to get an early lead. Knowle came back on rinks 2 and 3 closing the game up. Frys were able to keep pulling away on rink 1 which gave a good lead. Rink 3 found themselves 4 shots down in the closing ends, but a good last few ends saw Frys close to within one shot. A good final end saw Frys pick up 4 shots to take the rink and allow rink 1 to close out the game with rink 2 having one end to finish. Going into the final end, Frys were 2 shots up, but needed the skip to remove one Knowle's 3 shots with his final bowl to secure a draw leaving Frys with 9 points from a 51-40 win and currently sit third in the table. Scores: Rink 1: 17-9; Rink 2: 17-17; Rink 3: 17-14; Frys 51-40 Knowle 'A' (9-1).

EDGE LEAVES FRYS TRAILING IN LEAGUE OPENER

Last Thursday saw the start of the Bristol and District League Division 2 with Frys hosting Yate 'A' on a sunny but windy evening. A close start continued into the halfway point with no team really getting too far ahead. A few loose ends from Frys saw Yate start to take a lead. Just as it looked like Yate would go on to take the match, Frys came back. After falling 8 shots back, Rink 1 pulled back the deficit. Yate were able to stay ahead on rink 2, with Frys just keeping ahead on rink 3. With rinks 2 and 3 keeping their final ends tight, the penultimate end on rink 1 saw a Frys pack in 5 shots to take the rink lead, but also closed the match to 3 shots with 2 ends left. With rink 2 dropping a single on the last end to hold on by one shot, it left Frys 4 behind. With the skips on rink 1 left to play, Frys found themselves shot down, but with 3 seconds. With Frys skip looking to play a hit and stay shot to get the 4 to draw, the bowl looked good, but caught the edge of Yate's bowl taking it out the head, but Frys bowl ran out the head, leaving Frys 1 shot short, but took 4 points from the 2 rink wins. Scores: Rink 1: 20-15; Rink 2: 9-16; Rink 3: 13-12; Frys 42-43 Yate 'A' (4-6).

In Memorandum

It is with deep regret and sadness that Frys Bowling Club reports the passing of club member Cyril Vigor last month after battling cancer for that last few years. Cyril joined the club about 10 years ago and was a regular in the Wednesday friendlies. The clubs thoughts are with his family and close friends.

CLUB AWARDS LIFE MEMBERSHIP TO TWO CLUB MEMBERS

At the club AGM at the beginning of October, Frys Bowling Club awarded Life Membership to two club members. Roger Loader joined the club in the mid-ninties from Eastville Park, who sadly folded a number of years ago. Roger served as Club Captain between 2002 and 2008 and 10 years as league captain until 2015, with the highlights included leading the club to the Somerset Bowls Association Wedmore Plate Semi-Final and taking the club from Division 4 to Division 2 of the Bristol and District League. Roger has spent many hours carrying out and organising DIY tasks round the bowls facility.

Honorary Secretary Christopher Day joined the club in 1996 from Perivale in London, who also folded many years ago. In 2001, he took on the role of Fixtures Secretary, a role which he held until 2015. In 2005, he took on the role of Club Secretary, a role which he continues to fulfil. He has also served as Club and League Vice Captain at various times, as well as caryying out many other jobs around the club. He continues to represent the club at Somerset Bowls Association representative matches.

Frys Bowling Club would like to thank both members for their commitment to the club.

HILLER GARDEN CENTRE DONATE TO CLUB

Frys Bowling Club are pleased to announce a sponsorship deal with Hiller Garden Centre. Hiller have agreed to provide the club with garden supplies for the surrounds of the green, which have been worked on by members during the off season. The Hiller logo will be displayed on the website.

Hiller are a national garden centre company founded in the 1860's, the company has stores across the country with the nearest store to Frys being in Bath.

For more information please visit Hiller's website at http://www.hillier.co.uk/

SPONSORSHIP AVAILABLE

Frys Bowls Club are currently looking for new sponsors for the 2017 season. Sponsorship of the bowls club will allow you to display a company banner at the club throughout the season. This will be seen by bowlers from the Bristol and Somerset area at matches throughout the season.

Frys Bowls Club can also offer you advertising space on our website. This will allow you to display your company logo on a page of the website and also a link to your very own website. Our website is viewed by people from all over the country and the occasional visit from overseas!

If you would like to find out more information about sponsorship of Frys Bowls Club or to become a sponsor of Frys Bowls Club, please contact club Secretary Christopher Day on 01225 872959, e-mail: frysbowlsclub@gmail.com.

Looking for a new sport to try this summer. Perhaps bowls is the sport for you. Frys Bowls Club are looking for new members of all ages and abilities. We are a friendly club open to male and female members. It doesn't matter if you have been playing for years or have never played before, you are welcome to join. We play our home matches in the grounds of the old Cadbury's factory in Keynsham. We have a variety of league and friendly matches, as well as club competitions running from mid April to September. If you are a leader of a youth/social group, Frys Bowls Club are offering your group the chance to come and try bowls as part of your summer activities, free of charge. All equipment will be provided. If this is of interest to you, please contact our Secretary (below) to book a date. For more information about Frys Bowls Club or if you wish to apply for membership, please contact our Secretary, Christopher Day, on 01225 872959, e-mail: frysbowlsclub@gmail.com. You can also find more information of our website or come down to the club and give bowls a try on Tuesday nights from the 18th April. Training and equipment can be provided. You can also follow Frys Bowls Club on Twitter: @FrysBowls.