7th December 2021
Christmas Hamper Raffle
We have opened our popular Christmas Hamper raffle today – tickets are available for 2 weeks only so please get them while you can!
£1 per ticket
(£5 a strip)
Purchase tickets directly from the Bar only – the prize hampers are also on the Bar so you can see what you might win.
Drawn on 21st December – 2 winners, good luck everyone!
Club Christmas Opening Hours
Thur 23rd Dec – Open as Usual 8am to 10:30pm (inc Mark Royal Roadshow)
Fri 24th Dec
30th November 2021
New Year’s Eve Party – Message from Tina Spriggs
It is with deep regret that I have to tell you that the New Year's Eve Party will not be going ahead.
With the current situation worsening it is not worth it and we are not prepared to take that risk for one night.
I know this will be a great disappointment to everyone. After such a long time we were all looking forward to getting together but I hope you agree it's just not
17th November 2021
Bar Volunteers Required
For a few years now the Club has been operating it's Bar using a mix of staff and volunteers. Every so often the number of volunteers reduces as people leave the club etc, and we need to ask the members if anyone could spare some time to help with covering the bar shifts. This email is doing exactly that, so if you could spare a few hours a week then please get in touch with me at the
10th November 2021
Regarding the forthcoming SGM to discuss renovations to the Old Clubhouse, several members have expressed the view that as the character of the spend has changed from just decoration to a full refurb, we should supply another 2 builders’ quotes for a fairer comparison.
Obviously this cannot happen now in 4 days, therefore I am POSTPONING the Special General Meeting on 18th November – I need the time to meet with builders in order to obtain the relevant quotes and adequately
5th November 2021
The L&SCBA are looking for a new Indoor Competition Secretary.
If you think you might be interested then contact John Harriyott (Vice President London & Southern Counties Bowling Association) on qualityman@quality-solutions.co.uk 01825 761108
2nd November 2021
Indoor Captain
As a result of the sudden resignation of our elected Indoor Winter Captain John Fry, the Indoor Committee would like to thank Steve Kerley (a previous Indoor Captain) for volunteering to step into this role for the remainder of the indoor season.
We hope that everyone will provide Steve with the support he needs in this demanding role.
Club Finals
The last 2 finals held over from 2019-20 season are taking place this Thursday evening (4th November) at 6:30pm:
Richard Hart Singles –
25th October 2021
Please note that following last week's last cancellation, Mark Royal is now bringing his Roadshow to the Club on Wednesday 27th October (11:30am-7pm)
25th October 2021
We have been approached by a small number of members enquiring if the club will be closing or making any changes to the way it is operating, as a result of the latest COVID situation.
The COVID Sub-Committee are constantly monitoring our situation and have made some changes only last week to reflect your increased concern.
A small number of members have contracted COVID and thankfully are recovering well.
The COVID Sub-Committee do not see any evidence that these members contracted COVID as
22nd October 2021
For the benefit of all members, the COVID committee require all persons to wear a Facemask when moving around the club.
This is a mandatory requirement unless you are medically exempt and can provide evidence to a Club Officer.
We would also request that when at the club members/visitors observe Social Distancing at all times.
We are also re-introducing the Track & Trace sign-in register which is located in the entrance corridor under the TV
19th October 2021
Please find below the new Committee-agreed Club Dress Code:
1. Roll-ups/Internal Leagues/Disc Games/Club Competitions:-
White Polo with collar or white tailored shirt/blouse
White sweater/fleece/cardigan
Grey trousers/skirt/shorts
2. Club entered Team Competitions:-
Competition Shirt (Imperials branding)
White/grey/black trousers/skirt/shorts
Or - as directed by team sheet
For external personal competitions
Essex County Bowling Club is a private members’ club and is one of Westcliff-on-Sea’s best kept secrets since 1906.
The club provides bowling all-year-round with 2 high quality grass greens providing 12 rinks Outdoors and a 6 rink blue carpet for Indoor bowling.
We would encourage anyone new to bowls to visit the club and have a chat with our staff and members – Membership is open to all, we even encompass a Wheelchair section.
We have a large car park, a restaurant and a well-stocked bar.
We are a registered member of the CASC scheme (Community Amateur Sports Club).
