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The 2025 Fixture List is now available under the Activities Menu > Fixtures
The 2025 Fixture List is now available under the Activities Menu > Fixtures
Below you'll find many photos and stories of our enjoyable competitions during the 2024 season. Not only do we have a beautiful green, as seen in the photos, but we also have an array of eye-catching flowers throughout the season; see the photo-collage here. Many thanks to all who maintain the green and the flowers - it's appreciated.
CLUB NEWS
Well done to all our Club Finalists.
Club Finals Results
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Club Finals Results
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A great weekend for Harpenden BC as we hosted the SADBA men’s Finals day and our Ladies and Men secured District titles.
Firstly, Carol Glanfield won the Champion of Champions Final when she overcame Alison Hall of Hatfield at Potters Bar in the Saint Albans & District Ladies Bowling Association Final. After three rounds of tough competition our ladies Pairs team of Linda Brooks and Viv Dale met a strong Leamington experienced team of Alison Hall and Mary Banks. Despite sterling efforts, on this occasion, they had to give way to their opponents.
Secondly, Harpenden BC were proud to host the men’s Saint Albans & District Bowling Association finals for the second year in a row and enjoy a title win in the Herts Advertiser Pairs Trophy.
Nine Finals were held against a backdrop of mostly sunny and warm weather. All challenges and opponents had their own numerous supporters who enjoyed seeing their own club performing well and in two cases, Townsend and Welwyn and District, winning two titles. Supporters enjoyed tasteful food throughout the day starting with bacon rolls, through to a ham salad lunch and finishing with cake in the afternoon. To add to the occasion for Harpenden, they had a win when they won the ‘Herts Advertiser’ Pairs Trophy. John Osborn and Nick Muir took the 2024 title by overcoming Andy Bradford and James Avery of WGC BC. A competitive start lead to a WGC impressive lead but gradually Harpenden chipped away and eventually gained the title. In the Champion of Champions Final, Nick came up against a player playing right on top of his game. A thrilling game including a replayed end when the jack went across two rinks finished with Gary Walton of Welwyn Garden City clinching victory. Overall a Finals day of skilful and competitive performances appreciated by numerous spectators from all clubs. A highly enjoyable and entertaining advertisement for sport at local level.
Firstly, Carol Glanfield won the Champion of Champions Final when she overcame Alison Hall of Hatfield at Potters Bar in the Saint Albans & District Ladies Bowling Association Final. After three rounds of tough competition our ladies Pairs team of Linda Brooks and Viv Dale met a strong Leamington experienced team of Alison Hall and Mary Banks. Despite sterling efforts, on this occasion, they had to give way to their opponents.
Secondly, Harpenden BC were proud to host the men’s Saint Albans & District Bowling Association finals for the second year in a row and enjoy a title win in the Herts Advertiser Pairs Trophy.
Nine Finals were held against a backdrop of mostly sunny and warm weather. All challenges and opponents had their own numerous supporters who enjoyed seeing their own club performing well and in two cases, Townsend and Welwyn and District, winning two titles. Supporters enjoyed tasteful food throughout the day starting with bacon rolls, through to a ham salad lunch and finishing with cake in the afternoon. To add to the occasion for Harpenden, they had a win when they won the ‘Herts Advertiser’ Pairs Trophy. John Osborn and Nick Muir took the 2024 title by overcoming Andy Bradford and James Avery of WGC BC. A competitive start lead to a WGC impressive lead but gradually Harpenden chipped away and eventually gained the title. In the Champion of Champions Final, Nick came up against a player playing right on top of his game. A thrilling game including a replayed end when the jack went across two rinks finished with Gary Walton of Welwyn Garden City clinching victory. Overall a Finals day of skilful and competitive performances appreciated by numerous spectators from all clubs. A highly enjoyable and entertaining advertisement for sport at local level.
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PLAYING NEWS, update 1st September 2024
Harpenden ladies finish the season with a flourish to secure two Saint Albans and District Ladies Bowls Association (SADLBA) Finals
Harpenden Ladies will be represented in two SADLBA Finals! Firstly, Viv Dale and Linda Brooks won their District Pairs semi-final on Wednesday 28 August, 17 to 8 against June Worman and Sue Knight from WGC. Secondly, to add to the good news, Carol Glanfield, who qualified by winning her Harpenden Singles Final last year, overcame Martine Underwood from Hatfield in her Champion of Champions match to also reach a Final. Congratulations! The SADLBA District finals will be held on Sunday, 8 September at North Mymms BC.
Harpenden ladies finish the season with a flourish to secure two Saint Albans and District Ladies Bowls Association (SADLBA) Finals
Harpenden Ladies will be represented in two SADLBA Finals! Firstly, Viv Dale and Linda Brooks won their District Pairs semi-final on Wednesday 28 August, 17 to 8 against June Worman and Sue Knight from WGC. Secondly, to add to the good news, Carol Glanfield, who qualified by winning her Harpenden Singles Final last year, overcame Martine Underwood from Hatfield in her Champion of Champions match to also reach a Final. Congratulations! The SADLBA District finals will be held on Sunday, 8 September at North Mymms BC.
Congratulations to our men’s team who have won this year’s prestigious SADBA Bob Vise Trophy!
What a fantastic Final to enjoy on August Bank Holiday Monday between Batchwood BC and Harpenden BC at Potters Bar BC.
The format was ten players per side playing singles, pairs, triples and rinks. The game was hotly contested all morning and only decided on the last few woods put up on two rinks. Harpenden were the winners by 5 points to 3 points but that does not reflect how close it was. Total shots were Batchwood 64 & Harpenden 68: Ends won Batchwood 37 & Harpenden 35. It could not have been closer.
In future when looking at the final score, it would be easy to forget how tense the play was right up until the last ends but its great credit to our ten players who stuck to the task and got us over the line.
Well done to both Harpenden and Batchwood for giving us such a fantastic morning of great bowling. The Harpenden side, as seen in the photograph below, comprised of - in alphabetical order: David Brookes, Joe Festa, Trevor Glanfield, Neil Herrington, Stephen Maynard, Brian Moores, Nick Muir, Roy Polley, Tony Redford, and Trevor Tharby. (Thanks to Michael Scandrett, SADBA for supplying details of the match and the photograph).
What a fantastic Final to enjoy on August Bank Holiday Monday between Batchwood BC and Harpenden BC at Potters Bar BC.
The format was ten players per side playing singles, pairs, triples and rinks. The game was hotly contested all morning and only decided on the last few woods put up on two rinks. Harpenden were the winners by 5 points to 3 points but that does not reflect how close it was. Total shots were Batchwood 64 & Harpenden 68: Ends won Batchwood 37 & Harpenden 35. It could not have been closer.
In future when looking at the final score, it would be easy to forget how tense the play was right up until the last ends but its great credit to our ten players who stuck to the task and got us over the line.
Well done to both Harpenden and Batchwood for giving us such a fantastic morning of great bowling. The Harpenden side, as seen in the photograph below, comprised of - in alphabetical order: David Brookes, Joe Festa, Trevor Glanfield, Neil Herrington, Stephen Maynard, Brian Moores, Nick Muir, Roy Polley, Tony Redford, and Trevor Tharby. (Thanks to Michael Scandrett, SADBA for supplying details of the match and the photograph).
PLAYING NEWS, update 26 August 2024
Bank Holiday Gala
A very good number of members gathered to support an essential cause – the Rennie Grove Peace Hospice. Funds were raised by playing, being nearest the ‘spider’ and a raffle. The Gala format was four matches of four ends each, with the jack and mats fixed in position with temporary markers to speed up play. The weather of sun and a light breeze provided a perfect backdrop to skilful and amusing play. Before play, the Spider provided a fun opportunity for each player to bowl one wood to be nearest the spider - the winner being Viv Dale. The day was completed by an exceptional meal comprising of a very tasty main course and desert.
Bank Holiday Gala
A very good number of members gathered to support an essential cause – the Rennie Grove Peace Hospice. Funds were raised by playing, being nearest the ‘spider’ and a raffle. The Gala format was four matches of four ends each, with the jack and mats fixed in position with temporary markers to speed up play. The weather of sun and a light breeze provided a perfect backdrop to skilful and amusing play. Before play, the Spider provided a fun opportunity for each player to bowl one wood to be nearest the spider - the winner being Viv Dale. The day was completed by an exceptional meal comprising of a very tasty main course and desert.
PLAYING NEWS, update 12 August 2024
Ladies District Double Rink – Harpenden Ladies won their quarter final match against Clarence Park. The away team of Denise Moores, Alison Low, Jenny McEvoy and Linda Brooks won a very close game by 1 shot and the home team of Beryl Driscoll, Lyn Roberts, Carol Glanfield and Jennie Redford won 25 shots to 7.
London & Southern Counties Mixed Pairs – In the area final, Nick Muir and Jennie Redford played a pair from Newport Pagnell. It was a closely fought game which finished in the dark at 9.45pm. With the only light spilling out from the Club House onto the green it went to an extra end which Newport Pagnell won on a measure.
Ladies County League – South Area – the Harpenden rink of Denise Moores, Alison Low, Carol Glanfield and Jennie Redford lost their last game of this league to an excellent four from Hatfield – Martine Underwood, Sue Mayhew, Mary Banks and Alison Hall. However, both teams still qualify for the South Area Finals’ day to be held at Harpenden BC on Sunday 1 September.
A great end of season match to look forward to as Harpenden reach the SADBA Bob Vise Final. Harpenden won three out of the four disciplines to clinch a final place against Batchwood at 10:00 am on Monday, 26 August at Potters Bar BC. They won singles, pairs and triples to make it a final total of six points vs two and shots scored 66 – 50. They will be hoping to repeat their last Final win in 2019 and the club would like to see as many members as possible to lend their support for this important match.
Ladies District Double Rink – Harpenden Ladies won their quarter final match against Clarence Park. The away team of Denise Moores, Alison Low, Jenny McEvoy and Linda Brooks won a very close game by 1 shot and the home team of Beryl Driscoll, Lyn Roberts, Carol Glanfield and Jennie Redford won 25 shots to 7.
London & Southern Counties Mixed Pairs – In the area final, Nick Muir and Jennie Redford played a pair from Newport Pagnell. It was a closely fought game which finished in the dark at 9.45pm. With the only light spilling out from the Club House onto the green it went to an extra end which Newport Pagnell won on a measure.
Ladies County League – South Area – the Harpenden rink of Denise Moores, Alison Low, Carol Glanfield and Jennie Redford lost their last game of this league to an excellent four from Hatfield – Martine Underwood, Sue Mayhew, Mary Banks and Alison Hall. However, both teams still qualify for the South Area Finals’ day to be held at Harpenden BC on Sunday 1 September.
A great end of season match to look forward to as Harpenden reach the SADBA Bob Vise Final. Harpenden won three out of the four disciplines to clinch a final place against Batchwood at 10:00 am on Monday, 26 August at Potters Bar BC. They won singles, pairs and triples to make it a final total of six points vs two and shots scored 66 – 50. They will be hoping to repeat their last Final win in 2019 and the club would like to see as many members as possible to lend their support for this important match.
PLAYING NEWS, update 1 August 2024
A very competitive win secured by our ladies against Kings Langley
Harpenden ladies won against King's Langley in the preliminary round of the double rink competition. At home we won by 25 ends to 5 and away after a quite close match we fought our way to victory by 15 to 11. A good win against strong opposition.
A friendly mixed triples against Shire Park with great company and superb weather
Played in continuous sunny conditions, this was an ideal chance to enjoy 18 ends of pleasant play against convivial visitors. After a break at nine ends for much needed refreshments, we went on to secure a win on all four rinks with a final score of 77 – 51 points. Our team was sprinkled with newcomers of one to two years’ experience and was a perfect opportunity for them to enjoy competitive play.
A very competitive win secured by our ladies against Kings Langley
Harpenden ladies won against King's Langley in the preliminary round of the double rink competition. At home we won by 25 ends to 5 and away after a quite close match we fought our way to victory by 15 to 11. A good win against strong opposition.
A friendly mixed triples against Shire Park with great company and superb weather
Played in continuous sunny conditions, this was an ideal chance to enjoy 18 ends of pleasant play against convivial visitors. After a break at nine ends for much needed refreshments, we went on to secure a win on all four rinks with a final score of 77 – 51 points. Our team was sprinkled with newcomers of one to two years’ experience and was a perfect opportunity for them to enjoy competitive play.
PLAYING NEWS, update 27 JULY 2024
Congratulations to John Osborn for a special win and reaching the home of lawn bowls, Leamington Spa!
Harpenden's John Osborn qualified for the National Finals in the senior singles with a dramatic win against Buntingford's Dave Murphy in the Area Final. With the score tied at 20-20, John drew shot with his final bowl to secure a 21-20 win. John now progresses to the Bowls England National Finals at Leamington Spa.
ALSO, DON’T FORGET. Fingers crossed for the our team playing in the County Club Championship semi-final and final next Saturday 3rd August at Royston. Not a short journey but all support welcome for the team.
Congratulations to John Osborn for a special win and reaching the home of lawn bowls, Leamington Spa!
Harpenden's John Osborn qualified for the National Finals in the senior singles with a dramatic win against Buntingford's Dave Murphy in the Area Final. With the score tied at 20-20, John drew shot with his final bowl to secure a 21-20 win. John now progresses to the Bowls England National Finals at Leamington Spa.
ALSO, DON’T FORGET. Fingers crossed for the our team playing in the County Club Championship semi-final and final next Saturday 3rd August at Royston. Not a short journey but all support welcome for the team.
PLAYING NEWS, update 23 JULY 2024
Harpenden men make it to the last four in Hertfordshire County Club Championship!
After beating traditionally strong opposition - Potters Bar and Welwyn Garden City, Harpenden took on Welwyn & District in the Divisional Final of the Men's County Club Championship hosted at St Albans Townsend. This is a three rink format with the cumulative score across all three rinks determining the winning team.
Harpenden's rink of Roy Polley, David Brooks, Steve Maynard and John Osborn were first to finish, posting a 23-9 win and putting Harpenden in a strong position. With the other two rinks closely contested, the combination of Nick Muir's rink picking up a three and Neil Herrington's rink picking up a five on their penultimate ends secured the win for Harpenden. The overall semi-finals and final take place at Royston on 3 August.
We will play the winners of the West division (almost certainly Garston) in the semi-final and the winners then play either the North or East winners.
Harpenden men make it to the last four in Hertfordshire County Club Championship!
After beating traditionally strong opposition - Potters Bar and Welwyn Garden City, Harpenden took on Welwyn & District in the Divisional Final of the Men's County Club Championship hosted at St Albans Townsend. This is a three rink format with the cumulative score across all three rinks determining the winning team.
Harpenden's rink of Roy Polley, David Brooks, Steve Maynard and John Osborn were first to finish, posting a 23-9 win and putting Harpenden in a strong position. With the other two rinks closely contested, the combination of Nick Muir's rink picking up a three and Neil Herrington's rink picking up a five on their penultimate ends secured the win for Harpenden. The overall semi-finals and final take place at Royston on 3 August.
We will play the winners of the West division (almost certainly Garston) in the semi-final and the winners then play either the North or East winners.
Harpenden had an enjoyable mixed friendly triples against Baldock 23 July pm. We drew on 1 rink and lost on the other 2. The overall score was Harpenden 43 - Baldock 54.
PLAYING NEWS, update 14 JULY 2024
An excellent week for both Harpenden ladies and men who achieve impressive results!
It’s been a good week for Harpenden ladies. Firstly, they secured a good result against North Mymms in a District League match. Both rinks played well with one winning 22-14 and the other narrowly losing 19-20. Due to the high overall total of both our two teams it meant Harpenden won by 20 -10 points. Made up of 10 points for a winning rink and 10 points for an overall winning score.
Secondly, the County Senior 4's team of Rachel Stephenson, Deidre Smith, Alison Lowe and Jenny McEvoy played well against Sawbridgeworth and are through to the semi-final which is to be played at Hatfield Bowls Club at 6 pm, Tuesday 16 July. It was a nail biting match, nip and tuck and at the start of end 17 Sawbridgeworth were holding 3. Harpenden then reduced it to one and on end 18 scored one more point to level the match necessitating an extra end. As the head built up there was a circle of bowls approximately 6 inches around the jack. Jenny had to make a decision whether to bowl - with a risk of giving the match to them, but she took an educated guess that our bowls were nearest. That judgement proved correct as our woods were closer and we won by two points 16-14!
Harpenden overcame North Mymms in this St Albans district “Top 10” format competition on Saturday. Nick Muir got us off to a good start winning the singles 21-8. Joe Festa and Neil Herrington narrowly lost the pairs 19-18 on the last end, but the Triples of Trevor Tharby, Trevor Glanfield and Tony Redford went on to win 16-14 and the fours of Brian Moores, Glen Cuthbertson, David Brooks and Steve Maynard comfortably won 27-7 to clinch an 8-2 win for Harpenden who now play St Albans in the semi-final.
It’s now two wins in a row in for the Men’s District League squad. Against a North Mymms side who traditionally do well in this competition, they won by 60 points - 20 points. In terms of shots. Harpenden won by 64-49. Harpenden reached the area final of the Men's County Club Championship with a narrow victory against Welwyn Garden City. Harpenden's rink of Trevor Tharby, John Millins, Kevin Brazier and Nick Muir won by an impressive 23-5 to beat the combined 15 shot deficit on the rinks skipped by Neil Herrington and John Osborn by 3 shots. Harpenden will play Welwyn & District in the area final (on Monday 22 July at a neutral venue, St Albans Townsend).
Harpenden players are closing in on qualification for the Bowls England National Finals at Leamington Spa. Rachel Stephenson and Carol Glanfield will contest the County Semi-Final in the Ladies' Pairs whilst John Osborn and Nick Muir will contest the County Semi-Final of the Men's Pairs. With both finalists qualifying for the National Finals, Harpenden's pairs are one win away from securing qualification.
John Osborn has also reached the Area Final of the National Senior Singles, (having defeated Harpenden's Steve Maynard in the Area Semi-final) with the winner also qualifying for the Bowls England National Finals at Leamington Spa.
An excellent week for both Harpenden ladies and men who achieve impressive results!
It’s been a good week for Harpenden ladies. Firstly, they secured a good result against North Mymms in a District League match. Both rinks played well with one winning 22-14 and the other narrowly losing 19-20. Due to the high overall total of both our two teams it meant Harpenden won by 20 -10 points. Made up of 10 points for a winning rink and 10 points for an overall winning score.
Secondly, the County Senior 4's team of Rachel Stephenson, Deidre Smith, Alison Lowe and Jenny McEvoy played well against Sawbridgeworth and are through to the semi-final which is to be played at Hatfield Bowls Club at 6 pm, Tuesday 16 July. It was a nail biting match, nip and tuck and at the start of end 17 Sawbridgeworth were holding 3. Harpenden then reduced it to one and on end 18 scored one more point to level the match necessitating an extra end. As the head built up there was a circle of bowls approximately 6 inches around the jack. Jenny had to make a decision whether to bowl - with a risk of giving the match to them, but she took an educated guess that our bowls were nearest. That judgement proved correct as our woods were closer and we won by two points 16-14!
Harpenden overcame North Mymms in this St Albans district “Top 10” format competition on Saturday. Nick Muir got us off to a good start winning the singles 21-8. Joe Festa and Neil Herrington narrowly lost the pairs 19-18 on the last end, but the Triples of Trevor Tharby, Trevor Glanfield and Tony Redford went on to win 16-14 and the fours of Brian Moores, Glen Cuthbertson, David Brooks and Steve Maynard comfortably won 27-7 to clinch an 8-2 win for Harpenden who now play St Albans in the semi-final.
It’s now two wins in a row in for the Men’s District League squad. Against a North Mymms side who traditionally do well in this competition, they won by 60 points - 20 points. In terms of shots. Harpenden won by 64-49. Harpenden reached the area final of the Men's County Club Championship with a narrow victory against Welwyn Garden City. Harpenden's rink of Trevor Tharby, John Millins, Kevin Brazier and Nick Muir won by an impressive 23-5 to beat the combined 15 shot deficit on the rinks skipped by Neil Herrington and John Osborn by 3 shots. Harpenden will play Welwyn & District in the area final (on Monday 22 July at a neutral venue, St Albans Townsend).
Harpenden players are closing in on qualification for the Bowls England National Finals at Leamington Spa. Rachel Stephenson and Carol Glanfield will contest the County Semi-Final in the Ladies' Pairs whilst John Osborn and Nick Muir will contest the County Semi-Final of the Men's Pairs. With both finalists qualifying for the National Finals, Harpenden's pairs are one win away from securing qualification.
John Osborn has also reached the Area Final of the National Senior Singles, (having defeated Harpenden's Steve Maynard in the Area Semi-final) with the winner also qualifying for the Bowls England National Finals at Leamington Spa.
PLAYING NEWS, update 7 JULY 2024
Three players reach the last 16 in County Singles
Another week of successful play for the Club sees Joe Festa, Steve Maynard and Nick Muir reach the last 16 of the County Singles.
Harpenden guaranteed a Herts Area County final place. Great credit to Harpenden’s Steve Maynard and John Osborn who will be battling it out to secure a Hertfordshire Senior Singles Area final (over 55) place when they face each other in a semi-final. To get this far, it has been a very competitive series of rounds against very skilful players from the southern area of Hertfordshire.
A men’s Club Rink League District match against Potters Bar goes with Harpenden
Known colloquially as the District League. Three rinks were played and three rinks of tightly contested play finished with a 2-1 victory to Harpenden. With the leads of all matches constantly changing hands, and normally just a few points separating the sides, it all came down to the final woods on the last end to decide each match. An exciting match to enjoy with every player giving it everything and played with great sportsmanship. The final result being 51 shots to 49. Translating that into points, it was 60 -20 point victory. As Match Captain Angus Low commented: “Well played everyone!”
Mark Royal pitches up to display a complete cross section of bowls equipmentAs in previous years, the Mark Royal Roadshow came to our Club to show off his range of bowls, clothes of all descriptions, bowls bags and numerous accessories such as measures, gripper etc. It provided a unique opportunity for players to try out a variety of potential new woods on grass and not an indoor carpet.
Strawberry Tea
Traditionally one of the highlights of the Club’s social season, a strawberry tea took place on 4 July. After an enjoyable 12 end match of mixed triples, a delightful tea of strawberries, cream, scones and jam was served and completed the occasion.
Three players reach the last 16 in County Singles
Another week of successful play for the Club sees Joe Festa, Steve Maynard and Nick Muir reach the last 16 of the County Singles.
Harpenden guaranteed a Herts Area County final place. Great credit to Harpenden’s Steve Maynard and John Osborn who will be battling it out to secure a Hertfordshire Senior Singles Area final (over 55) place when they face each other in a semi-final. To get this far, it has been a very competitive series of rounds against very skilful players from the southern area of Hertfordshire.
A men’s Club Rink League District match against Potters Bar goes with Harpenden
Known colloquially as the District League. Three rinks were played and three rinks of tightly contested play finished with a 2-1 victory to Harpenden. With the leads of all matches constantly changing hands, and normally just a few points separating the sides, it all came down to the final woods on the last end to decide each match. An exciting match to enjoy with every player giving it everything and played with great sportsmanship. The final result being 51 shots to 49. Translating that into points, it was 60 -20 point victory. As Match Captain Angus Low commented: “Well played everyone!”
Mark Royal pitches up to display a complete cross section of bowls equipmentAs in previous years, the Mark Royal Roadshow came to our Club to show off his range of bowls, clothes of all descriptions, bowls bags and numerous accessories such as measures, gripper etc. It provided a unique opportunity for players to try out a variety of potential new woods on grass and not an indoor carpet.
Strawberry Tea
Traditionally one of the highlights of the Club’s social season, a strawberry tea took place on 4 July. After an enjoyable 12 end match of mixed triples, a delightful tea of strawberries, cream, scones and jam was served and completed the occasion.
PLAYING NEWS, update 3 JULY 2024
Determined and skilful play is rewarded with a Herts Country semifinal - a great achievement.
After four long and exciting rounds in the Ladies County pairs competition, Rachel Stephenson and Carol Glanfield are through to the semi finals to be played at Shire Park on July 18th at 6pm. Travelling to Royston Bowls Club, they played with determination and patience, winning by 4 shots.
PLAYING NEWS, update 27 JUNE 2024
A top class District Pairs result against consistently very strong and competitive opposition.
Doug Hall and Doug Rodger (substituting for Geoff Johns) beat two former champions from Townsend, Peter Thomson and Alan Sharron, 18 – 11. It was a very competitive but enjoyable match which we led throughout and they conceded after 17 ends.
PLAYING NEWS, update 25 JUNE 2024
Harpenden sit on top of the County League (Mens South Area) after a convincing win.
Harpenden continued their perfect start in the County League (Men's South Area) with a convincing 6-0 win at Harperbury. Harpenden's Kevin Brazier, Roy Polley, Trevor Glanfield and Neil Herrington (skip) won 23-10 whilst Harpenden's Joe Festa, David Brooks, Steve Maynard and John Osborn (skip) bettered that with a 27-5 win. Harpenden sit top of the table with a maximum 12 points from their first two games and an impressive shot difference of plus 47. Harpenden host Oak Hill next.
PLAYING NEWS, update 22 JUNE 2024
Harpenden men secure a place in an Area Final!
Harpenden secured their place in the Area Final of the Men’s National Top Club competition with a convincing 4-1 semi-final win against Bushey. John Osborn got the first point on the board for Harpenden with an 18-11 win in the two-bowl singles leg and Joe Festa made it 2-0 with a 21-5 win in the four bowl singles. Harpenden’s Trevor Tharby and Nick Muir won the pairs 24-11 to secure the win with Harpenden’s four (Brian Moores, Roy Polley, David Brooks and Steve Maynard) leading 19-8 and Harpenden’s triple (Andy Stephenson, Tony Redford and Neil Herrington) trailing 12-15. Harpenden play Buntingford in the National Area Final to be played on a neutral green. (Pictured: Joe Festa on his way to his convincing win).
Determined and skilful play is rewarded with a Herts Country semifinal - a great achievement.
After four long and exciting rounds in the Ladies County pairs competition, Rachel Stephenson and Carol Glanfield are through to the semi finals to be played at Shire Park on July 18th at 6pm. Travelling to Royston Bowls Club, they played with determination and patience, winning by 4 shots.
PLAYING NEWS, update 27 JUNE 2024
A top class District Pairs result against consistently very strong and competitive opposition.
Doug Hall and Doug Rodger (substituting for Geoff Johns) beat two former champions from Townsend, Peter Thomson and Alan Sharron, 18 – 11. It was a very competitive but enjoyable match which we led throughout and they conceded after 17 ends.
PLAYING NEWS, update 25 JUNE 2024
Harpenden sit on top of the County League (Mens South Area) after a convincing win.
Harpenden continued their perfect start in the County League (Men's South Area) with a convincing 6-0 win at Harperbury. Harpenden's Kevin Brazier, Roy Polley, Trevor Glanfield and Neil Herrington (skip) won 23-10 whilst Harpenden's Joe Festa, David Brooks, Steve Maynard and John Osborn (skip) bettered that with a 27-5 win. Harpenden sit top of the table with a maximum 12 points from their first two games and an impressive shot difference of plus 47. Harpenden host Oak Hill next.
PLAYING NEWS, update 22 JUNE 2024
Harpenden men secure a place in an Area Final!
Harpenden secured their place in the Area Final of the Men’s National Top Club competition with a convincing 4-1 semi-final win against Bushey. John Osborn got the first point on the board for Harpenden with an 18-11 win in the two-bowl singles leg and Joe Festa made it 2-0 with a 21-5 win in the four bowl singles. Harpenden’s Trevor Tharby and Nick Muir won the pairs 24-11 to secure the win with Harpenden’s four (Brian Moores, Roy Polley, David Brooks and Steve Maynard) leading 19-8 and Harpenden’s triple (Andy Stephenson, Tony Redford and Neil Herrington) trailing 12-15. Harpenden play Buntingford in the National Area Final to be played on a neutral green. (Pictured: Joe Festa on his way to his convincing win).
This year’s clubhouse hanging baskets take centre stage
Carefully organised and displayed to their best by Pauline Taylor, the displays can only get even more colourful as the summer proceeds.
Carefully organised and displayed to their best by Pauline Taylor, the displays can only get even more colourful as the summer proceeds.
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