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We are looking for new members
No experience necessary
Come along and enjoy a friendly game in good company
£2 per session
For further information, phone
Bob Marriott on 01299 832560
What is short mat bowls?
Although played on specially made mats that can
easily be put down on the floors in village halls
and the like, short mat bowling is very similar to
the original form of lawn bowling enjoyed by a great
number of people over the centuries. (It should not
be confused with 10-pin bowling.) The special mats
for short mat bowling are about half the length of
lawn bowling greens, allowing the sport to be played
indoors. To compensate for any supposed advantage
that might give to the playing of the game, a wooden
block is placed in the middle of the short mat,
which players have to avoid when delivering their
bowls. You will have noticed bowling being played on
outdoor greens in the summer with players often in
their whites. Short mat bowling is more informal and
does not have a dress code for club sessions. What
is more, the cost of playing short mat is very
modest indeed.
Short mat bowling is a challenging but thoroughly
enjoyable sport for persons of all ages. As many
ladies play as men, and they do well at the game.
Because it takes place indoors, the game is played
throughout the year. This becomes a distinct
advantage, as it is easy to get hooked! Like most
sports, bowls clubs play in leagues, thus there are
many opportunities to travel to play other clubs,
and there are various other fixtures and
competitions in which members can take part.
The Rock Village Short Mat Bowls Club is very
friendly and is developing its social side. New
members are always welcome. Anyone who wants to find
out if they like the game can simply come along just
before the start of the regular bowling
session listed above. Better still, talk to Bob
Marriott first who will gladly answer any
queries you might have and arrange for you to be
introduced at your first session. It's much easier
than just walking in to a strange venue.
You can also find out more about short mat bowls by
visiting the following sites:
http://www.shortmatbowls.com/
http://www.esmba.org.uk/
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