Having steadily increased membership over the past year, East Harling Bowls Club is once more offering a series of free informal lessons in their short mat room to anyone (of any age) interested in this popular national sport, which is easy to learn, friendly and sociable.

Having steadily increased membership over the past year, East Harling Bowls Club is once more offering a series of free informal lessons in their short mat room to anyone (of any age) interested in this popular national sport, which is easy to learn, friendly and sociable.

The first lesson will be from 6-8pm on Wednesday, September 8 at the club, opposite the church.

Bowls will be provided, but please wear soft, flat-soled shoes (or just socks).

Please call either Pauline on 01953 717275 or Arthur on 01953 717482 to reserve a place or just turn up at the clubhouse on the night.

Another very satisfactory outdoor season will draw to an end with the final closing-down drive on Saturday September 18, followed by the presentation of trophies to all winning bowlers.

Both the men's County League team and the Ashill Mixed Triples League team have been used to encourage new bowlers to play at a higher competitive level this year - with encouraging results. This augurs well for next year when the competition for team places will be very keen.