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 We flirted with the weather but just about got away with it. The rain cleared a few minutes before we were due to start and when a shower passed over later it coincided with our break for the usual delicious sandwiches, tea, scones and cakes.
So, pleasantly warm and mostly dry, it was another good afternoon’s bowling.
The winners were Mo Kellett and Mike Greatbatch, pictured here being presented with their prizes by Jilly Hopewell-Taylor. Runners up were Luke Atherton and Mike Griffin, with the bowl-of-the-day being made by Tony Gray.
Another excellent afternoon, with many thanks to Jilly and friends for all their efforts in organising the event.
More pictures of this and other events can be seen via the Membership Area - click on Photos, open the link and select Albums to see what’s available.
15 September 2016
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| Fundraising |
Many thanks to everyone who has supported our fund raising efforts over the last few months.
We have raised the following amounts:
For Claire House Children's Hospice
| Homemade greeting cards (Brenda) |
£225 |
| Secondhand books (George) |
£100 |
| Collection box |
£63.70 |
| Total |
£388.70 |
For Motor Neurone Disease
| Bridge competition, raffle and donations |
£550 |
25th January 2016
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| Newsletter |
The latest edition of our newsletter has now been issued.
Please click on the link January Newsletter to view the contents.
11th January 2016 |
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| AGM 2015 |
The minutes of this year's AGM and the Chair Report are now available to view (click on the links to open them).
18 September 2015
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| Macmillan Big Coffee Morning |
Many thanks to all those who gave their time and generous support to this event.
A total of £730+ was raised.
We all know someone, family or friends, who has benefited from Macmillan care.
Well done everyone.
18 September 2015
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| Bowling Competition 2015 |
 It was a bright and breezy day for this year’s fun at Oxton Cricket, Tennis and Bowling Club. Very pleasant in the sunshine, but the brisk wind was felt when the sun went behind the clouds.
Not that there was much chance for sitting in the sun, it was a very busy afternoon with all the pairs playing at least four matches, challenging the stamina of some. The half time break was certainly appreciated, with everyone tucking into the excellent selection of sandwiches, tea and cream scones.
Suitably fortified the bowling continued to find the best two pairs for the final.
Congratulations to this year's winners, Bernard Moore and Mo Kellett, pictured here with event organiser Jilly Hopewell-Taylor. In a very close final they just pipped Jean Gregory and stand-in Kevin Owens, with an extra end being required to split the pairs.
It was another perfect social afternoon. Many thanks to Jilly and all the helpers.
You really should come along next year.
Members can see more pictures by logging in under Membership/Member Area - then click on Photos, open the link and select Albums to see what is available.
17 July 2015
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| Well done Liz! |
Congratulations to Liz Commins who was a member of the winning Wales team in this year’s Lady Milne competition.
The Lady Milne is a prestigious annual Ladies competition with teams from the home nations and Ireland taking part.
Full details can be found here on the EBU site.
Very well done Liz.
April 2015
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| Fundraising |
Many thanks to everyone who has supported our fund raising efforts over the last few months.
We have raised the following amounts:
For Claire House Children's Hospice
| Homemade greeting cards (Brenda) |
£200 |
| Secondhand books (George) |
£130 |
| Collection box |
£96 |
| Christmas cards |
£114 |
| Total |
£540 |
For Shaftesbury Youth Club
| Bridge competition, raffle and donations |
£653 |
27th January 2015
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| AGM 2014 |
The minutes of this year's AGM and the Chair Report are now available to view (click on the links to open them).
8th September 2014
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| Bowling Competition 2014 |
 For the second year running it was a gloriously hot summer's day at Oxton Cricket, Tennis and Bowling club for the annual bowling competition.
Some basked in the sun while others thought it all too hot, but everyone was kept well supplied with iced drinks to keep up the hydration levels.
Together with the tea, sandwiches, scones and cakes no one could complain about being fed and watered – far from it!
It was another perfect social afternoon that you really should come along to next year.
Many thanks to Jilly and all the helpers who make this event what it is.
There was even time for some bowling, so congratulations to this year’s well deserved winners, Michael Ellis and Jean Gregory – pictured here with Chairperson Jill Oddie, who presented the prizes, and Jill Hopewell-Taylor.
More pictures can be seen in the Member Area - click on Photos, open the link and select Albums to see what is available.
25th July 2014
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| Claire House Annual Appeal |
Many thanks to those who contributed towards our annual appeal.
We raised a total of £344.75 which came from the following sources:
- Sale of books organised by George Roberts £95.00
- Sale of cards made by Brenda Gray £160.00
- Collection Jar £89.75.
Thanks also to those who contributed goods that were sold in the Claire House charity shop.
8 January 2014
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| Macmillan Big Coffee Morning |
Many thanks to all those who gave their time and generous support to this event.
A magnificent total of £826 was raised.
Well done everyone. You have shown that you can make a difference!
27 September 2013
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| Bowling Competition 2013 |
It was a gloriously hot summer's day at Oxton Cricket, Tennis and Bowling club that awaited the entrants, and spectators, for this year's competition.
All the teams played two matches of fifteen ends with the two highest scoring teams meeting in the final. In the heat that was quite enough for everyone!
The final couldn't have been closer with Mo Kellett and Colin Nugent losing on an extra end to winners Jilly Hopewell-Taylor and John Griffith – pictured here with Chairperson Jill Oddie who presented the prizes (and also took part).
Many congratulations to Jilly and John.
Oh, and the sandwiches, scones and cakes were as delicious as ever.
It all makes for the perfect afternoon, put it in your diary for next year.
19th July 2013
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| Annual Charity Appeal |
Many thanks to all who contributed towards our appeal. We are delighted that we raised the magnificent sum of £430.45.
This sum is made up from the following sources:
Handmade cards by Brenda Gray £175
Sale of books organised by George Roberts £130
Collection jar £125.45
Many of you also purchased Claire House Christmas cards which raised a further £273.40.
8th January 2013
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| Bowling Competition 2012 |
After the disappointment of last week’s rain postponement it was a relief when the event finally took place in very pleasant summer sunshine.
The initial games were followed by a break for afternoon tea which was much enjoyed by all - the delicious scones being as popular as ever.
On resuming, the top pairs continued, resulting in a closely fought final with Chris Wentworth and Pat Arthur narrowly losing to the winners Chris Griffin and Mo Kellett – pictured here with the event organiser Jilly Hopewell-Taylor.
Many congratulations to Chris and Mo.
A very enjoyable afternoon for all - roll on next year!
20th July 2012
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