BOWLS SURREY NEWSLETTER

Issue 10&11 2026

Hello Everyone.  Winter has definitely arrived and our green keepers are hard at work.  Just because we are not playing doesn’t mean the work has ended.  Keep up the good work - Charlotte BS Secretary

A Message from Will Matthews, BS Chair. 
I was pleased to attend the Bowls England County Conference on 24th October and found the information presented both informative and reassuring. Listening to the discussions strengthened my belief that the proposed merger is the right direction for bowls. For me, it is about bringing everyone together, speaking with one voice, and creating a stronger foundation for the future. There will always be concerns whenever significant change is proposed, but I came away feeling that the merger offers real opportunities for clubs, counties, and members alike. I’m supportive of the proposal and believe it will benefit the sport in the long term. 

Joint presentation:

The first ever Bowls Surrey joint presentation evening was held this week at Tyrells Wood Golf Club.  Congratulations to all the prize winners who attended.  The Victrix Ludorum was awarded to Liz Anderson, Yasmina Hasan and Debbie Souter (Southey) and the Victor Ludorum was awarded to Duncan Heard (Woodbridge Hill).  The most improved junior trophies were awarded to Lilly Jenkins Slater (Temple) & Archie Cushen (North Sheen) New roles for our junior section.
Junior Section:

We are lucky in Surrey with having such a large junior section which this year saw numbers approach 70 'under 25s'. Please read the roles that are attached to the newsletter (or on the website) and if you are interested please do apply.  We need Amy & White Rose Managers as well as Junior Squad Manager, Administrator & a number of Assistant Managers.  The closing date for applications is 9th December.  We are hoping to put together a team including at least one person from each area.  Whilst members can apply for more than one role they will only be eligible to hold one role.  Applications should be made in writing to Secretary@BowlsSurrey.com

Club AGM's:

With clubs holding their AGMs and your committees changing please ensure that your Officers are changed on the 'System' and their details updated.  The county needs to be able to contact the correct person when needed.  Thank you

The Bowls Surrey AGM date has been moved to Sunday 29th November at Ripley Village Hall 10am start. This is a new larger location so there will be lots of room. Sue Pember will be attending.  Sue is a Director for Bowls England and is on the working party for the proposed Indoor/Outdoor amalgamation.  This is your chance to listen to what is going on and ask questions.  Anyone can attend.