Category Archives: News

I have been informed of the passing of Frank Beardsmore who was a member of West Derby Recs for a number of years.  His Funeral will take place at 4p.m. on Friday 29th April 202 at Anfield Crematorium. RIP.   Ron

The greens for the League Individual Competitions have now been sorted and they are : Handicap Monday 6th June – West Derby Recs and ASM.  Final at Grant. Merit Monday 4th July – Larkhill Alder and Calderstones.   Final at Gardeners … Continue reading →

Walton Hall Pensioners report the passing of one of their long standing members, Andy  Tallon.  His Funeral will take place at Sacred Heart Church 12noon on Tuesday 19th April 2022 followed by cremation at Anfield Crematorium.  Refreshments will be provided … Continue reading →

Secretaries and Captains are reminded that if the result of the Tuesday game is not with the League Secretary before 10am the following day then a fine of £2 will be imposed.

Teams in the Second Division are reminded that two teams have changed their green for the coming season.  Walton Hall will revert to their parent green at Walton Hall Avenue Park , L4 and Springwood will play at Cheshire Lines … Continue reading →

Dear All We have booked the large room at the Mossley Hill Athletic Club for Monday 11th April from 7.30pm. We will be there to arrange for those Safeguarding Officers whose DBS Certificates are due for renewal to attend and … Continue reading →

Please click on the link to read the newsletter. BCGBA Newsletter 16

The League season will commence on Tuesday 5th April 2022 and the first fixtures are as follows.  Fixture books will be handed out at the Spring Meeting on Wednesday 23rd March 2022 at the Richmond. DIVISION 1       … Continue reading →

The Invoice and affiliation form for Merseyside and B.C.G.B.A. can be downloaded by clicking on the following link. Merseyside Club Affiliation Form and Invoice

With reference to the previous notice regarding Tommy, sadly I have now been informed that he passed away  whilst in the  Marie Curie Centre at Woolton.  Tommy was a great supporter of  Crown Green  Bowls especially regarding Pensioners.  He sponsored … Continue reading →

I have been informed that Tommy Jamieson has been admitted to the Royal Hospital and from all accounts he is not very well.  Apart from his immediate family no visitors are allowed.   Ron

Sport England have launched a new £5 million fund to mark the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, that aims to use sport and physical activity to bring communities together and tackle inequalities. Using money from the National Lottery, the fund will make … Continue reading →

It has ben decided that the Annual General Meeting due to be held on Monday 10th January 2022 will be postponed to a date yet to be arranged. Ron Holt

I have been informed that Dave Moore of Richmond 2 has passed away whilst in Hospital wth Covid. A true Gentleman he will be sadly missed. RIP. His  funeral will take place at 10.30am on Tuesday 11th January 2022 at … Continue reading →

I have been informed of the passing of  Ken Duff of Halewood BC. His funeral will take place at Widnes  Crematorium at 11am on Monday 13th December 2021 Ron

Advance notice is given that the Annual General Meeting will be held at The Richmond Club at 1.30.p.m. on Monday 10th January 2022.  Any proposed rule changes must be with the League Secretary by the 10th December 2021.

I have been informed of the passing of Bob Schorah who played for a number of years at both  Halewood and Farmers Arms.  His funeral arrangements are not yet to hand.

Are there any teams that require a long tape measure.  I have been offered one for sale, it is 30 metres long in good condition and the price is £10 ono.  Give me a call and I will sort it. … Continue reading →

I have been informed that ASM have been granted a lease of 5 years commencing in November 2021.  Well done to those who are responsible for achieving this.

Roby Pensioners report the passing of John Byrne.  His funeral will take place at 11.30a.m. on Friday 17th September 2021 at Margaret Marys Church, Pilch Lane, Huyton.

The following games have been re-arranged : Calderfield v Olympic – Wednesday 8th September Calderfield v Arrive – Tuesday 5th October. Olympic v Springwood – Tuesday 5th October.

Mossley Hill Athletic Club have run a winter bowls league over the past 7 years, normally we have 8 teams, with 8 a side games . This means a game each week for every team, either on a Monday or … Continue reading →

I have been informed of the passing of Alan Robinson.  Alan was the secretary of the old Wavertree team and on their disbanding joined Larkhill Alder B.  He was also a past member of the League Committee.  Funeral arrangements not … Continue reading →

There is a vacancy for anyone wishing to form a team to play on the long mat at Halewood during the forthcoming winter.  Anyone interested please contact me. Ron Holt 07706661899

BCGBA Newsletter 12 – 09 August 2021

I have been inform of the passing of Bob Beaumont of Larkhill Pensioners BC.  He was 93 years of age.  Funeral arrangements not yet to hand.  Ron Holt

I have been asked by a number of Clubs what the situation is with regards to continuing in 2022 with 2 Divisions or reverting to 3.  The League Committee has discussed this with the following result.  In 2022 we will … Continue reading →

With regards to the Temporary Rule Change there have been a number of situations which have occurred causing confusion in addition to ill feeling. The main problem has been when a team has been short of players the team with … Continue reading →

I have been informed of the passing of Billy Bennett a member of Roby Pensioners.  Billy played for a number of years at the Gardeners.  Hiis funeral will take place at 3.p.m. on Tuesday 10th August 2021 at Springwood Crematorium..  … Continue reading →

With reference to previous insertions regarding rhe 2019 Cup Final this game is now cancelled, Halewood 2 conceding the game due to lack of players.