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NEWSLETTER
7th August 2026
NEWSLETTER
30th July 2026
Fun Night – Mon 10th Aug at 6-30pm -turn up and register with Tim – what’s that all about??? – turn up and find out
Norfolk County O 60s Mens team – will now play their matches at Acle -1st game is on Tuesday 15th December at 10-00am against the old enemy Suffolk. Clive Wright -yes our Clive Wright is the new captain and he drinks Fosters !!!!!!.
Sunday Sept 20th from 2-15pm -the first meeting of the Norfolk Junior Academy will be hosted by Acle.
Sunday 27th September – The Simon Ollie Tournament will take place -book your team in with Barney or KSG. All proceeds to Nelson’s Journey Charity and any raffles prizes would be appreciated.
Howden Insurance – if you are due to renew your Car or House Insurance remember to contact our Sponsors -Howden Ins of Southend -Those who have already contacted them have saved a lot of dosh – tel 01702225400 and quote ‘Acle Bowls. ‘
Potters Holiday – we have a holiday for sale for 2 at Potters ,during the World Bowls Championships ,in a Bungalow Plus accommodation – brochure price 778-00 -from Tuesday 12th January -Make an offer in a sealed envelope -Marked ‘Potters Holiday”and pass to Steward – all proceeds to club funds. This is a thank you from Potters to Acle for all the help we have given them over the years. You will of course also have free entry to all the World Bowls matches on those 2 days.
Macmillan Nurses -rather than clash with the Simon Ollie Charity we will hold our annual Macmillan Nurse Raffle in October and again raffle prizes -clearly marked -Macmillan - can be left in the office.
Road Closure – roadworks ( there’s a surprise) start again on South Walsham Road/Bridewell Lane, in Acle ,from 10th to 21st Aug. A notice about dates and which parts affected is on the main Board in the club. You will be able to gain access to the club ,as they need to keep it clear for the Drs and Swallowtail ,but there will be delays.
Newsletter 10th June 2026
Bowls try-out- Paul Nichols would like to try a set of Evo3 c grip, if anyone has a set he could try -please contact him on 07877214830 -or wing24@hotmail.co.uk
Busy Coaches – following the success of last season ,Wensum Academy will be bringing a group of students to the club on Weds 8thJuly from 1 till 3 -let’s hope we can spot a future International.
Insurance -another success story ,this time a saving of £100 on caravan insurance ,but remember our club deal is only with Howson’s of Southend on Sea – plus ,when asking for a price quote ‘Acle Bowls’ . and if you make a good saving,remember Denis drinks Fosters nowadays.
Sponsors – Denis is running out of ideas and contacts so if you know of any firms who would be interested in working with a club of 500 plus members, let him know contact details.
Politeness – would members please remember that it is polite to walk down the centre of the rinks when changing ends., and not toengage in long conversations while doing so. We often hear the cry when reminded of this ungentlemanlypractise –“ I am walking in my rink.” -Of course you are , but do you need to be such an arse about it.
New Harriers Shirts goes International
The new Acle Harrier shirt made its North American debut yesterday at the OBA Singles tournament in Burlington Ontario.
This is the longest running bowls tournament in North American dating back to the mid 1880's.
This is a popular warm up tournament for the provincial singles championship that will be coming up in a few weeks.Erik had a great day and just fell a bit short in the final. Finishing up in second place. Here is a pic of shirt...looks awesome.
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20th July 2026
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Rhino Builders Supplies,
Goodley Financial Services
Lucas & Wyllis -Solicitors
Howden Insurance of Southend
The Limes, Acle
Guild Healthcare
Thorpe Travel
Their support, as ever ,is much appreciated and enables us to provide our County and National teams with top quality kit.
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