A Century of Bowling - Royal County of Berkshire Bowling Association

ALDERMASTON
Aldermaston was truly a Private Green as it formed part of Aldermaston Court, purchased
by Charles Keyser in 1893, who became the County President from 1922 – 1929, (the year
of his death). He was clearly a man of substantial wealth and effectively “bank-rolled” the
County in those early days, by hosting many prestigious matches on the green, providing
lunches before the match and tea later in the afternoon.
The Club was formed in 1922 and affiliated in the same year, but sadly closed its doors, with
the death of Mr. Keyser in 1929.
In 1923 the County hosted a match against Sussex and beat them 103 to 98. There were
many guests present and for those not playing bowls, they went on a conducted tour of the
extensive grounds.
1925 was the year the E.B.A. came to Aldermaston as well, but on this occasion the County
lost 91:159 shots.
July 1928 was the time when the Tourists from New Zealand came to the U.K and had the
pleasure of Aldermaston Court as well. Although they lost 95:131, I am sure the Tourists
would have remembered the splendours of the green and location.
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