TESTIMONIALS

READ WHAT OUR MEMBERS THINK . . .

Just an update on our progress. . . 
We are still playing, some games are better than others, but  practice makes perfect. That is where the easy access to the coaches, extra coaching sessions and “roll ups” come in. We have, so far played in two summer leagues and are at present playing in the winter league as a “mixed triples” team. Belinda is also playing in a ladies triples team. During these matches we have played against other members, young and old, (oldest being 90 years young and the youngest under 20, some being even younger).  It is NOT as some people think a “senior citizens” game at all, but it is a friendly one. We play for exercise and fun.  Not to say that we do not like to win sometimes!
The social side is very good – we have had a Christmas Fayre, Christmas Carol Concert (with brass band), Jake Ward, singer and entertainer, and we’re looking forward to the Race Night and the Quiz. Being disabled myself (although I have said before that I do not class myself as so) the facilities that the club offers are superb and you are made very welcome and given every respect.
Bill and Belinda January 2024 – progressing, reasonably new bowlers

We played Indoor Bowls for the first time nearly five years ago when we attended a coaching course. We quickly got to know the people we were training with and after a while it seemed that we enjoyed it a little bit more every week. The existing members were also very friendly and keen to help us, and the skill level ranges from new starters right up to a few people who play in national competitions. The facilities are excellent, including a lounge bar where you can get a pint of beer or great value coffee.

We would encourage anyone of any age or fitness level to come along and have a go.

Jenny and Baden Morton

BOWLS AT THE COMMONWEALTH GAMES 2022

If you’ve watched bowls at the Commonwealth Games and fancy having a go, come along to West Berks Indoor Bowls Club on Saturday, 3rd September at 9 am and enjoy a FREE TASTER SESSION.

Indoor bowls is basically the same game as that played outdoors but indoors you can play all year round in superb air conditioned premises.

Please note: our coaches are having a break, so this will be the last summer season coaching session before Open Weekend on 24th and 25th September.

Interested? Call Angela on 07729 183373 or email email hidden; JavaScript is required for more information.

AN IDEAL FATHERS DAY GIFT?

Are you looking for an unusual present for your father? Why not treat your dad (or mother) to a 10 session Beginners coaching course at West Berks Indoor Bowls Club for just £25. Bowling is an ideal way to exercise and socialise in superb air conditioned premises and you can play all year round. Coaching Saturday mornings from 9 – 11 am or Mondays from 5- 7 pm.

All welcome, whatever age or ability. For details call Angela on 07729 183373.

VICTORY FOR WEST BERKS PLAYERS

EIBA NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS 2021-22
The Final stages of the Men’s Over 60s Fours National Championships took place at Nottingham IBC on Friday, 1st April 2022.
Congratulations to Derek Parsonson, Tony Aubrey, Richard Kozlowski, Fred Brown and Graham Bradley (sub for lead) on their victory to become Men’s Over 60s Fours National Champions.
It was a hard fought Final match against T. Mould’s team from Chigwell with a nail biting score of 19-19 after 17 ends, but the West Berks team dug deep and secured a 19-20 win.

Well done Team!

WBIBC FINALS WEEK & AGM

Most of the Club Competitions are now at the final stages, so congratulations to those members who are still competing. The WBIBC Finals Week takes place from Monday, 4th April culminating in the Presentation Evening on Friday, 8th April.  Full details will be posted in the Club.

Members are reminded that the Bowls AGM will take place on Monday, 11th April at 7 pm to which all Members are invited.

As always, we hope you will support your club.

OPEN SINGLES CIRCUIT (OSC)*

A not to be missed event . . . .
WBIBC has great pleasure in hosting this ever popular 2-day national singles competition for the fourth time on Saturday, 18th and Sunday, 19th February 2023.
This is a great opportunity for all members to see some first class singles play by top bowlers from all over the country performing on our green.
Drop in any time over the weekend. The kitchen and bar will be open on both days.
THE BOWLSWEAR DIRECT BOWLS SHOP IS VISITING THE CLUB ON SATURDAY, 18TH FEBRUARY FROM 10.30 am – 2.00 pm! (See details on this page)
*The OSC, run by the EIBA, is a circuit of club owned and run open singles events throughout the UK, where all the results from all the events earn the players ranking points which then contribute to the OSC Rankings List, culminating in the OSC Finals to be held at Potters Leisure Resort in November.

FEELING THE HEAT?

TOO HOT TO EXERCISE OUTSIDE?

Have you thought of taking up indoor bowls? A great game of skill you can play all year round in superb air conditioned premises.

You don’t have to be an athlete, anyone can play bowls regardless of age or ability. Taking up bowls is a great way of making new friends whilst enjoying gentle exercise. Or maybe you can no longer play your chosen sport but you are still competitive and enjoy a challenge? Whatever the reason, you can play indoor bowls at a time and level to suit you. Indeed we have recruited over 80 new members since re-opening after the pandemic in May 2021.

So why not come to the club, have a look round, see what we have to offer and have a go for FREE!

Update: Our coaches are having a break so the last Saturday morning coaching session of the summer season will be on 3rd September.

A new Beginners 10 session course starts on 1st October after Open Weekend on 24th and 25th September, 2022.

Further details: email hidden; JavaScript is required or call Angela on 07729 183373

WORLD INDOOR BOWLS CHAMPIONSHIPS 2022

The highlight of the indoor bowls calendar, the 2022 World Indoor Bowls Championships, is currently taking place at Potters Leisure Resort, Hopton-on-Sea, Great Yarmouth from 7–23 January 2022 when the world’s best players compete for the most prestigious titles in the sport.
We now go into the final week of this world event and you can follow all the action on BBC Two, the BBC Red Button, BBC iPlayer and the BBC Sport website. Coverage times on www.bbc.co.uk/sport/bowls.  The event continues to be streamed on YouTube/Facebook.