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The Club Open Days take place on Sunday 10th May and Sunday 17th May from 10.00am until 4.00pm.
Please come along and help introduce would be Bowlers to the Wonderful Game.
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Tuesday 28th April NFBA Men's 1st Team at Home versus Waterside. On a cold and windy evening, the 1st Team start their League Season with a great win.Rinks 3 - 1. Shots 86 - 53. Points 7 - 1.
Thursday 30th April. NFBA Men's A Team Away versus Lyndhurst A. Also, a very good win for the A Team, in a very close game, that could have gone either way.Rinks 1 - 3. Shots 55 - 59. Points 1 - 7.
Saturday 2nd May. B&DBA Morning Mixed B Team at Home versus Poole Park Mallards. Sadly, this game was not played as Ringwood could not raise a side and had to concede the match.Rinks 0 - 0. Shots 0 - 10. Points 0 - 6.
Saturday 2nd May. B&DBA Mixed 1st Team at Home versus New Milton A. Played on a very wet afternoon with, at times, strong gusts of wind, the 1st team battled through the tough conditions to get a good win.Rinks 2 - 1. Shots 64 - 38. Points 8 - 2.
Saturday 2nd May. B&DBA Mixed A Team at Home versus Poole Park B. Suffering the same conditions as the 1st team, this match was cut down to 12 Ends. A very close game but the A Team just fell short by 3 shots. Rinks 1 - 2. Shots 26 - 29. Points 2 - 8.
Coming Up in the Next 4 Weeks
Tuesday 5th May. NFWBA Ladies Team Away versus New Milton Foxes. 2.00pm start.
Tuesday 5th May. NFBA Men's 1st Team Away versus Totton & Eling. 6.00pm start.
Thursday 7th May. B&DWBA Ladies Team at Home versus Braeside Butterflies. 2.00pm start.
Thursday 7th May. NFBA Men's A Team Away versus Milford on Sea. 6.00pm start.
Saturday 9th May. B&DBA Morning Mixed B Team at Home versus Pelham's Sea Horses. 10.00am start.
Saturday 9th May. B&DBA Mixed 1st Team Away versus Wimborne. 2.00pm start.
Saturday 9th May. B&DBA Mixed A Team at Home versus New Milton B. 2.00pm start.
Sunday 10th May. Club Open Day 1. 10.00am - 4.00pm.
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Monday 11th May. Delayed Green Opening. 1.00pm.
Monday 11th May. BE Men's Top Club Away versus Bournemouth. 6.00pm start.
Tuesday 12th May. NFWBA Ladies Team at Home versus Waterside 2. 2.00pm start.
Tuesday 12th May. NFBA Men's 1st Team Away versus New Milton. 6.00pm start.
Thursday 14th May. B&DWBA Ladies Team Away versus Moordown. 2.00pm start.
Thursday 14th May. NFBA Men's A Team at Home versus Lymington A. 6.00pm start.
Saturday 16th May. B&DBA Morning Mixed B Team Away versus West Moors Bees. 10.00am start.
Saturday 16th May. B&DBA Mixed 1st Team Away versus Kings Park. 2.00pm start.
Saturday 16th May. B&DBA Mixed A Team at Away versus Argyll B. 2.00pm start.
Sunday 17th May. Club Open Day 2. 10.00am - 4.00pm.
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Tuesday 19th May. NFWBA Ladies Team at Home versus New Milton Bees. 2.00pm start.
Tuesday 19th May. NFBA Men's 1st Team at Home versus Fordingbridge A. 6.00pm start.
Wednesday 20th May. BE Club Two Fours Away versus Boscombe Cliff. 6.00pm start.
Thursday 21st May. B&DWBA Ladies Team. No Match, BYE.
Thursday 21th May. NFBA Men's A Team at Home versus West Moors A. 6.00pm start.
Saturday 23rd May. B&DBA Morning Mixed B Team at Home versus Lyndhurst Lightining. 10.00am start.
Saturday 23rd May. B&DBA Mixed 1st Team at Home versus West Moors. 2.00pm start.
Saturday 23rd May. B&DBA Mixed A Team Away versus Boscombe Cliff B. 2.00pm start.
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Monday 25th May. Harry Wright Trophy. 5.30pm Start.
Tuesday 26th May. NFWBA Ladies Team Away versus Brockenhurst. 2.00pm start.
Tuesday 26th May. NFBA Men's 1st Team Away versus Lyndhurst. 6.00pm start.
Thursday 28th May. B&DWBA Ladies Team at Home versus Swanage. 2.00pm start.
Thursday 28th May. NFBA Men's A Team Away versus Fordingbridge B. 6.00pm start.
Saturday 30th May. B&DBA Morning Mixed B Team Away versus Argyll C. 10.00am start.
Saturday 30th May. B&DBA Mixed 1st Team Away versus Fordingbridge A. 2.00pm start.
Saturday 30th May. B&DBA Mixed A Team at Home versus Electric Electrons. 2.00pm start.
Sunday 31st May. BH Mixed Top Club at Home versus Fordingbridge. 10.00am start.
If you are not playing and have a bit of time on your hands, go along and support a match.
The season got off to a wonderful start in terms of both bowls and weather.
On Wednesday evening, 22nd April, Club Captain Lee Croad's Roll Up Triples was well supported with 24 players, including some of our new members, taking part.
The 4 Rinks of, 15 End, friendly and competitive matches were played in good weather on a speedy, for this time of year, green.
Special thanks to Lee Croad for organising the event and to Paul Wright and his team for producing a great playing surface.
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Well done and congratulations to Patricia Reeves, who was part of the Dolphin Indoor Bowls Club's Ladies Fours Team who are The Vivienne Trophy Champions for 2026. At the EIBA National Finals, played at Nottingham on Wednesday 22nd April, Dolphin defeated Lincoln 71-51 to lift the Trophy, with Patricia's Rink winning 21-5.
Click HERE to view the Winning Team Picture. Patricia is furthest left on the back row.
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On Saturday, with the brilliant weather continuing, two friendly but competitive matches were played at Ringwood. The results were as follows.
1st Team versus Knyveton Gardens, Rinks 1 - 2. Shots 48 - 51. - 'A' Team versus Argyll, Rinks 0 - 3. Shots 34 - 63.
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On Sunday, the second B&DBA Annual Tournament took place at New Milton Bowling Club.
Ringwood Bowling Club played well but unfortunately, just missed out on qualifying for the Finals Stages by just one point.
Final Results: Winners: Branksome Park. Runners Up: Boscombe Cliff. 3rd Place: Poole Park. 4th Place: New Milton.
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Paul Wright has published his latest 'Green Side Up' report, for April 2026 which is available to download from the Club Website or Click HERE to read.
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If you are Visiting West Moors Bowls Club, please be aware that West Moors Bowls Club bar will no longer be accepting cash payments.
Chris Campion, Bar Manager, West Moors Bowls Club
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Coming Up Events
Tuesday 28th April. NFBA Men's 1st Team at Home versus Waterside. 6.00pm start.
Thursday 30th April. NFBA Men's A Team Away versus Lyndhurst A. 6.00pm start.
Saturday 2nd May. B&DBA Mixed B Team at Home versus Poole Park Mallards. 10.00am start.
Saturday 2nd May. B&DBA Mixed 1st Team at Home versus New Milton A. 2.00pm start.
Saturday 2nd May. B&DBA Mixed A Team at Home versus Poole Park B. 2.00pm start.
It is with very great sadness that I have to report that Denis Carr passed away suddenly last Monday 6th April. I received this very sad news, this afternoon, from his wife Susan.
Denis was a member and regular 'A' team stalwart for more than 10 years and was also a member of Braeside Bowling Cub.
He played Bowls in his own inimitable way and will be fondly remembered by his friends and playing partners.
His Funeral will be held in Private.
Kindest regards,
Allan, on behalf of
Amanda Smith (General Secretary)
Geoff Robins has conveyed the details of Barry Vaughan's funeral.
It will take place at the New Forest Crematorium, Stern Lane, New Milton, BH25 5FH on Friday 12th December at 2.00pm, to be followed by drinks at The Crown Inn, Bransgore from 3.15pm until 5.30pm.
His family have said that all bowlers are welcome to attend the Funeral and Reception.
They have also asked that attendees wear something blue.
The following link, dedicated to Barry, gives details of his funeral and the opportunity to donate to Macmillan Caring Locally and/or the RNLI. https://barryvaughan.muchloved.com
Kindest regards,
Amanda Smith (General Secretary)
It is with very great sadness that I have to report that Barry Vaughan passed away, peacefully, this morning.
He was in the Macmillan unit at Christchurch hospital for the past 10 days.
Barry took up Bowling, at Ringwood in 2016 and became a very good player and an extremely popular member.
He was also very active behind the scenes in many roles such as Buildings Committee Chairman, Schools Liaison, Youth Promotion, Men's Player Representative and Vice President.
A couple of his major achievements were having the stamina to successfully secure a new lease, for the club, following protracted negotiations with Ringwood Town Council. Also, investigating and managing the instalment of Solar Panels on the clubhouse roof, saving the club much revenue.
Barry was last seen at the Bowling Club at the prize presentation evening where he received the 45-Up Trophy.
Barry will be very much missed and our deep condolences go out his wife Laurel, his children Kamala and Jonathan, his extended family and friends.
Details of Barry's funeral will be posted when known.
Kindest regards,
Allan, on behalf of
Amanda Smith (General Secretary)
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Click the picture alongside to view the picture gallery of the Trophies that were presented at the Presentation Evening held on the 24th October
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The Ringwood Fireworks and Bonfire Evening went off with a bang on Sunday 2nd November
Many thanks to Ivan for all his hard work sorting the food making the evening a great success
Thanks again to Peter on the bar and the small number of helpers!!
Click the picture alongside to view a small gallery of pictures
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The next Social Event is on Friday 28th November and is a Quiz & Nibbles !!( sandwiches, crisps etc….) Night
In the clubhouse, from 6.30 with the quiz commencing at 7.00pm.
Come as a team or play on your own, the more the merrier
Please let Karen know if you are able to attend for catering purposes along with any dietary requirements on Mobile: 07967 712876.
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The presentation evening was a great success with a fantastic turn out from the members.
Thanks go out to everyone who contributed to make the evening such a success.
From moving tables and chairs, setting up the room and not to mention tidying up, washing up all the pots and getting the club house back to normal. So many helpers, which was fantastic and I hope I don’t miss anyone.
The bar was well stocked & managed by our President, Peter and the large bottles of wine were a hit.
Carol Was a wonderful assistant at the bar and thanks for lending her garden table.
The Raffle was spectacular and organised by Debbie once again and Thank YOU for bringing another table along with your friends from Canada 🇨🇦, lovely to see them.
There were many contributions from members for the prizes which were much appreciated. Paul and his daughter kept everyone entertained with the amazing quiz which was a close affair with only 9 points separating the winners.
Games were played and another wonderful music quiz from Frank completed the activities which was followed by the awards presentations organised and set up by Doug.
The trophies were presented by President Peter Smith dressed with a very smart blazer and wearing his chain of office.
Sparkling trophies 🏆 along with replica memento's, of the seasons successes, were collected by almost everyone!
The buffet was provided by the Girls from Meyrick Park giving us a taste of the delights of Turkey 🇹🇷 !
What a night !! Click on the picture opposite to view some pictures from the evening.
Karen
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A reminder that the Club and Bar will be OPEN on Sunday 2nd November when the Ringwood Fireworks are let off at 7.00pm.
There are only 10 tickets left at £17.00 pp.
To avoid disappointment, contact either
Pete Smith 07711 734577 Or Debbie Senior 07818 033832
Special Thanks go to Den Newman, David Lewis, Peter Smith, Amanda Smith, and Geoff Robins.
And also to Helen Blackiston who kindly provided rock cakes for the 'workers' as she was unable to attend on the day.
The job was completed by 12:00 - a good result.
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Just over £50 has been given to Geoff to add to club funds.
Looking forward to seeing everyone at the Club presentation evening.
Events Coming Up for Your Diary
Friday 24th October. 6.30pm. 🏆 Presentation evening @ the Club House. £17pp. Everyone welcome. Buffet to be provided by Meyrick Park Tea Shop.
Numbers will be required and tickets are available from Debbie Senior and Peter Smith.
Friday 7th November. 6.30pm for a 7pm start. Club AGM @ the Club House. The bar will be open !
Friday 28th November. 7pm - 9pm. Quiz with Sandwiches & Nibbles @ the Club House. Everyone welcome for this fun and exciting evening! The bar will be open.
Friday 19th December. 6.30pm. 🎄Christmas Party @ the Club House. Everyone welcome. Christmas Jumper Competition. Ringwood Bowling Clubs Famous Raffle. Music. Bar Open and a delicious Buffet - look out for further details including tickets!
Friday 30th January 2026. 10.30am. ☕️ Coffee Morning @ the Club House. With Bingo !! Bring your dabber !!! Everyone welcome.
Friday 27th February 2026. 7pm - 9pm. Cards & Games Evening @ the Club House. With Sandwiches & Nibbles. Everyone welcome & the bar will be open!
Friday 27th March 2026. 6.30pm for a 7pm start. 🌷 Club Spring Meeting @ the Club House. This is an unofficial meeting for the start of the 2026 season. The bar will be open !
Please come along to events to support the club.
Please note
There may be a small entry fee for some of the above events to cover expenses.
Willing helpers will be required for all events so don’t be shy - the more the merrier!