01/06/2026
π©΅π Valerie Carr Tournament 2026 ππ©΅
What a fantastic day we had yesterday at Kirkbride Bowling Club!
βοΈ Great sunshine
π― Great bowls
π Great attendance
It was brilliant to welcome 22 teams representing 13 clubs. Bowlers travelled from Kirkbride, Subscription, Wigton, Dalston, Haltwhistle, Maryport, Seaton, Silloth, Cleator Moor, Port Carlisle, Whitehaven, Courtfield and Wigton Park to take part in a wonderful day of bowling.
Congratulations to our prize winners:
π₯ 1st Place β Donald, Malcolm & David (Haltwhistle)
π₯ 2nd Place β Julie, Charlie & Davie (Kirkbride)
π₯ 3rd Place β,Richard & Trav (Kirkbride), playing alongside Michael (Dalston)
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4th Place β Diane, Frank & Jade (Kirkbride)
A huge thank you to everyone who helped make the day such a success.
π Richard P, our Secretary, for collating the entries, organising the draw and keeping the scores running smoothly throughout the day.
π Our greenkeepers for preparing a green that played superbly all day.
π Our ladies for keeping everyone fed and watered.
π Our bar staff for keeping the refreshments flowing throughout the day.
Finally, a very special thank you to George Carr and family for generously donating the prize money in memory of Valerie. Your continued support helps make this event such a special occasion and ensures Valerieβs memory continues to be celebrated through a day enjoyed by so many.
Thank you to everyone who attended, supported and took part. The smiles, friendship and competitive spirit on display made it a day to remember. We look forward to welcoming you all back again next year. ππ―
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