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Surrey Bowls History Why not follow the paths of Royalty and the famous at Cobham

Discussion in ‘Sports & Leisure in Surrey‘ started by CobhamBowler, 11 Apr 2015.

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    [​IMG][​IMG][​IMG][​IMG]The history of Lawn Bowling has been traced back as far as Egyptian times when ancient objects were discovered in the grave of a child that resembled an earlier form of the game. It was thought that they would play a game that was similar to what we know as skittles today, with stones that were round in shape. . The game of lawn bowls started ino England in 1299AD where the first recorded game was played in Southampton Bowls turned out a great career move for Sir Francis Drake,and his opponent Sir Walter Raleigh did not fare badly either His . Anne Boleyn was a bowler, as were many noblewomen, including the first Princess Elizabeth and Queen Victoria. The late Queen Mary, and King Edward V enjoyed the game of bowls. Edward VIII, was president of the Royal Household Bowling club of Windsor Castle where the Bowling Green is permanent fixture .His brother, the late George VI, was an enthusiastic bowler and patron of the English Bowling Association. William Shakespear also played this intriguing sport. The legendary W G Grace, England’s finest cricketer, founded and became the first president of the English Bowling Association after finally packing his cricket bag…… and Walt Disney founded a bowls club in Los Angeles which is still thriving to this day

    Have you given up playing football, cricket, rugby, tennis or squash and looking for some new form of competitive pastime? Or are you looking for a sociable and friendly game which you could play with your partner, or friends? Whatever the answer, then how about giving Lawn Bowls a try?A lot of people automaticaly think Bowls is not a game for them but are very suprised when they actually play the game.

    If you liove in the vicinity why not come along to one of two early season Open Days which we are holding at Cobham Bowling Club in Lushington Drive, Cobham (just beyond the village hall and by the tennis courts) on Monday 20th April and Saturday 9th May starting at 2 o’clock. Its open to everyone over the age of 17 and absolute beginners are welcome. Most of members live in Cobham, Byfleet, Fetcham or weybridge It is case of nothing ventured nothing gained. So come alone or with friends and don’t let this chance pass you by. There is no need to book just turn up on one of these day There will be club members to warmly welcome you. Instruction and equipment are provided. It costs nothing.All you need is a pair of flat soled shoes. There is no obligation to join. At Cobham, we have the advantage of a a clubhouse which is big enough to accommodate short mat bowls in the winter months meaning you can play the whole year round. So, whatever the time of year you’ll be able to play in our internal “roll-up” sessions, friendly matches and before long, you’ll be playing league matches too if you want. If you cannot make either of thse dates don’t worry just E Mail us see our website and we will get back tro you to arrange an alternative day for you to visit the club

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