A Century of Bowling - Royal County of Berkshire Bowling Association

PANGBOURNE BOWLS CLUB
• Founded 1922
• Recreation Ground, Thames Avenue, Pangbourne
• Affliated 1935
Pangbourne Bowls Club in many ways epitomises the rural bowls society, with it
being located in the recreation ground adjacent to the river in this Thameside
village. Our Club was established in 1922, but sadly little is known about its
activities during the formative years – all our historians have now sadly passed away!
Whilst in its earlier life the Club was considered to be a mixed friendly organisation,
changes started to take shape during the 1980’s. Firstly the green was upgraded to “County
standard”, with the grass banks (over which the woods inevitably rolled ! ) being replaced
by bespoke ditches. During this time, Pangbourne Bowls Club members came up with the
idea for the Manchester Unity League, which of course is still running today for the 10 clubs
in and around the Reading area.
The Club also participates in Kennet, LX and T.V.L leagues, whilst the traditional club
competitions, friendly matches and “Tuesday Points” continue.
County Honours have been somewhat sporadic, but the Club has achieved a limited
recognition over the years. County Teams have been to the ground to play in a number
of Bannerette games of course, and in addition we have entertained the English Bowls
Association twice in the 1990’s, the latter event in 1997 to celebrate the 75 Year Anniversary
of the Club’s inauguration.
Along with many clubs we strive to increase membership, and most importantly this
involves a need to move with the times. With this in mind, further information about the
Club can be found on our new web site: http://www.pangbournebowls.co.uk.
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