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National Top Club Report - 23rd & 24th May 2026 It was a weekend to forget for our National Top Club teams, with both the A & B sides in action. First up was our B team, who on Saturday morning, travelled to Wokingham for their first round match in this season's competition. The first point of the day went to Wokingham, in the 2 bowl singles. Rich Whitefoot got off to a fantastic start, but couldn't quite maintain it. Once Wokingham got out in front in this discipline, they b

Kennet League vs Thatcham (Home) - 26/05/26 With all the momentum behind them after a near-perfect start to the Kennet League campaign, it was time for Shrivenham's biggest test to date. On Tuesday night, at home, they took on Thatcham, who sat just behind them in the table as the only other undefeated team in the league. Could Shrivenham extend their lead at the top of the Kennet League's West Division? It was a tight start to the contest, but it was actually the visitors wh

Kennet League Report - 12th May 2026 vs Tilehurst (Home) After scoring a maximum 14 points at Prospect Park last week, Shrivenham hosted Tilehurst in what promised to be a tough battle. The early season momentum certainly played a factor in the early stages of this match, as Shrivenham made a confident start. At the 5 end mark, the league leaders had built a 22-10 overall advantage. Tom Clough and Mark Hancock’s quartets were both locked in tight battles, with scorelines of 7

Kennet League Report - 19th May 2026 vs Hagbourne (Away) It has been an impressive start to the Kennet League for Shrivenham, securing 40 points from a possible 42 from their first 3 games. Next up was a tough away trip to Hagbourne. Last season, the sky blues managed to emerge with a 10-4 victory after a tight battle. Would the tables be turned this season, or did Shrivenham come out on top again? It was a close start to the game across the 4 rinks, with Shrivenham holding a

County 2 Bowl Singles Report - 09/05/26 On Saturday 9th May, 16 players from across Berkshire travelled to Wantage for the final stages of the County Men’s 2 Bowl Singles. The players had already battled through the early rounds of the competition to make it this far. The prize for the two finalists today? A trip to Leamington for the national finals later in the season! Shrivenham had 4 players competing at Wantage and the last 16 stage produced mixed results for our bowler

Following last week’s strong start to Shrivenham’s Kennet League campaign, a 12-2 win over Wantage on home soil, it was time for the first away fixture, against newly promoted Prospect Park. Looking to continue the early season momentum, it was a fast start from the team, racing into a 29-9 overall lead at the 5 end mark. Shrivenham continued to build on this, and at the halfway point, the sky blues had increased the gap to 32 shots, 49-17. Mikey Titcombe’s rink led 17-2, Ell

Launching a new website is more than just a fresh coat of paint on the internet. It’s about creating a space that truly serves the needs of our community and reflects the spirit of the Shrivenham Bowls Club. After years of relying on an old, inflexible site, we recognized the need for a platform that adapts to our members’ needs and welcomes newcomers with ease. This post shares the journey behind our website upgrade and what it means for everyone who loves lawn bowls. Why We

On Friday, the 12th of September, a lively and enthusiastic party of 36 bowlers, which included a delightful mix of friends from three other local clubs, embarked on an exciting long weekend adventure in the picturesque region of Mid Wales. The anticipation was palpable as we gathered, ready to explore not only the beautiful landscapes but also to engage in some friendly competition on the bowling green. Throughout the weekend, we participated in a series of games at several