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I bumped into George Dickson a few days ago, down in the Town. I am very pleased to say that George is looking very well and is in good spirits. In the bad times last year, he was in a very poor state and was down to 8 stone in weight. He is now up to 10 stone and managing to get out and about, albeit with a wheeled walker. He is hoping to get down to the club during the coming season and if well enough be able to get on the green. I'm sure you will join me in wishing George well and in hoping to see him at the club this year.
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Paul Wright has published a new report for 2025. Click on 'Green Side Up' to view this fascinating read which illustrates how much thought, planning and work goes into making our green the best playing surface possible. I'm sure that you will join me in thanking Paul and his helpers for all the hard work they put in, on the green and it's surrounds.
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The new Bowls Hampshire Online Website is up and running. In this, it's first year, it will only be used for Affiliation, Membership and Competition Entry administration. Following this, the website will be expanded to include other aspects of Bowls Hampshire activities.
As the Club Membership Renewals come in this year, members names are added to the Bowls Hampshire Online Website. Members names have always been a requirement of Bowls Hampshire so that they can calculate affiliation fees and verify competition entries.
Members who have already entered their names to the Bowls Hampshire Competition Entry Forms, on the club noticeboard, have also had their names and contact details entered on the new website.
The Entry Forms, on the club noticeboard, will be removed on the 24th February, for submission.
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Club Membership Renewals have been slow to come in this year. To date, 30 members from last year have renewed and 34 have not done so, as yet.
It is important to know what our membership will be, for this year, as later in February we have to decide how many club teams can be entered into Leagues and Inter Club Competitions.
Therefore, we need to know ASAP what our membership level is. Invitations to renew membership were sent out at the end of last year and if you haven't renewed as yet, you can download a renewal form by clicking on either Renewal Form 2025.xlsx or Renewal Form 2025.pdf.
However, if you have decided not to renew this year it would be a great help to know this. If so, it would be appreciated if you could let Geoff Robins know by contacting him on 07754 010469 or by email.
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Chris, who joined us in May last year, has been very busy designing and developing a new design of Bowls Scoreboard. Using his inventive accumen he has invested his own time and money in producing an advanced design of Scoreboard which is easier to handle, lighter, rest free, windproof and has an advertising panel.
His design is registered and he has a website that you can view by clicking HERE.
Thanks to Chris, we will have new Scoreboards this year and he has agreed to supply them to the Club at cost price.
Well Done Chris and Success for the Future
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You can download the recent Bowls England communiqué by clicking on the following.
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A great time was had by the 36 members who attended the Chistmas Party on Friday the 13th.
The fantastic Ploughmans Spread was followed by Paul's General Knowledge Quiz, Frank's Name That 60's - 70's Tune and Debbie's Raffle.
It was a most convivial evening and well done to Doug Jones who's Plus 2 team won the quiz.
Also, congratulations to Pat Allington who won the prize for the Best Chistmas Jumper.
This very successful event raised over £350 for the club from the bar, food and raffle.
This was due to the fantastic efforts of Ivan who oganised and ran the event.
Harry for preparing the bar and serving all evening.
Debbie for organising and running the raffle.
Paul and Frank for the quizes.
Also, to Maureen and Ken, Karen and Sookie and also Mel for helping Ivan before, during and after the Party.
Click on the picture alongside to see the small gallery of pictures.
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Bowls Hampshire Women’s Area Secretary
It was announced at the recent Bowls Hampshire AGM that Carol Broomfield (Ringwood) would be taking over as Women’s West Area Secretary. It may take a little while for Kim Harris to hand over to Carol. So for now, Mike Squires, the Men's Bowls Hampshire Western Area Secretary, is currently the main Bowls Hampshire West Area contact.
Many Congratulations to Carol. On behalf of all Ringwood Members we wish Carol every success in her new role as the Bowls Hampshire Women’s West Area Secretary, in the new season.
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The New Forest Bowling Association Competition Entry Forms, for 2025, have been posted on the club noticeboard. However, there is no rush as the forms won't be removed until the middle of March 2025.
The Finals Day will be held at Fordingbridge Bowling Club on Sunday 7th September 2025
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Ivan has set up a small second hand book stall at the club. The proceeds from this will go to towards replacing our very ancient cooker which is no longer fit for purpose.
All books will be sold for 75p each and Ivan has donated 40+ books to kick it off. Donations of books would be very much appreciated.
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You can download the recent Bowls England communiqué's by clicking on the following.
2025 National Championships entries are now OPEN!
The Jack | Last minute Christmas gifts!
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Wishing you a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year
from the Newsroom
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Ivan's Coffee Morning, on Monday, was a great success.
Plenty of members turned up to enjoy the convivial atmosphere and have a good chinwag whilst devouring lovely cakes and biscuits, all washed down with either Coffee or Tea.
Many thanks to Ivan who organised and ran the event, with help from Karen, Maureen, Ken, Sooki, Brian and Mel. (I hope I haven't left anybody out)
Also a very big thank you to the ladies who baked and/or donated the lovely cakes and biscuits.
A total of £200.60 was raised for club funds with many thanks to the members who came along.
Hopefully, see you all again at the Christmas Party.
Ringwood Ladies - B&DWBA Triples League - Division 2 Winners 2024
Ringwood Ladies receiving their Trophy from President Suzanne Ager at the B&DWBA Luncheon on the 8th November
Left to Right. Sue Wyatt, Margaret Clifford Smith, Debbie Senior, Suzanne Ager, Mavis Hammond, Helen Blackiston, Eileen Clarke
Below - Helen Blackiston receiving the Lillian Lynex Runner Up trophy from B&DWBA President Suzanne Ager
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Prize Presentation 2024 Extra Photos
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Club Competition Winners and Runners Up, who didn't receive their trophies at this year's Prize Presentation and Social Night, received them at the Club AGM
Don't worry about the rotation of the picture alongside (software glitch)
Just click on it to view the gallery of pictures
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Coming Up Events
This Coming Monday 25th November. Ivan's Coffee Morning. 10am - 1pm in the Clubhouse. £2.50 Inc. Coffee/Tea & a Cake. Everyone welcome, Bring your friends.
Friday 13th December. Christmas Party. 6.30 for 7.00pm in the Clubhouse. Further details to follow.
It is with great sadness that I have to report that Barrie Horne passed away on Tuesday 12th November.
Barrie joined Ringwood from Braeside and was a renowned and active bowler who was an extremely popular member of jovial character and great wit.
Although Barrie hadn't played bowls since before Covid, he was granted Life Membership in 2019 following two periods as our President.
On one occasion, he saved the life of an opposition player at Alexandra Park who had collapsed on the green. He administered CPR, for some time, until the Emergency Services turned up to take over and take the player to hospital.
Barrie will be very much missed and will be fondly remembered by long standing members of the club. Our deep condolences go out his family and friends.
The following was received from Barrie Horne’s step son.
'I thought I should let you know Barrie Horne passed away on Tuesday 12th November, I know he was very involved as a member some years ago.
For anyone that are interested, arrangements are:
Monday 2nd December 2024. Service at 11am
New Milton Crematorium
Stem Lane
New Milton
BH25 5FH
Family flowers only, collection or donations to British Heart Foundation
It will Be useful to know if anyone might be attending.
Many thanks
Kind Regards
Alan Hutfield
07496 852030'
Allan
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If you have visited the club recently you will have noticed how good the club and grounds are looking. As well as Paul, looking after the green, Brian Harrington, Mel Barrett, Neil Richmond and Ivan Griffin, colloquially known as The Old Boys (their words not mine) have been beavering away improving the club and grounds during and since the end of the season. They have been banging away in all weathers and Mel has toiled away, for 2 weeks, staining the fences. I'm sure you will join me in thanking all of ‘Old Boys’ for their hard work, effort and dedication.
A few words from our President and General Secretary
'To walk into the car park and grounds and to see how clean and tidy and fresh it looks is a very rewarding sight.
It doesn’t take a minute to notice and to pass a positive comment but it does make a such a difference to everyone who works so hard.
It takes all sorts of input from different people to make our club run as well as it does and it is all very much appreciated
Kind regards
Chris and Doug xx'
Click on the image alongside to view some pictures of The Old Boys in action.
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A total of £246 was raised on the night for Club Funds.
Well Done and Thank You, All.
It is with great sadness that I have to report the recent passing of Michael Poore.
Michael joined Ringwood in 2020 and was very active bowler and popular character within the club.
Due to illness, he was unable to play during the last two seasons and it is sad to reflect that we will not see him on the green again.
Michael's funeral will take place at 2.00pm on Friday 1st November at Bournemouth Crematorium.
Michael will be very much missed by members and our deep condolences go out his family and friends.
Kindest regards,
Chris Dalrymple