Ottery St Mary Bowling Club decided to have a Coronation afternoon of bowls with the players suitably dressed for the occasion. The traditional whites were kept at home and everyone managed to find something to wear in the traditional colours.

To commemorate the special day, George Hutchinson, one of the club members donated a cup for the occasion.

Club captain Melvyn Trayhurn organised the social side of the afternoon with assistance from Mike and Marion Kelsey.

A ploughman’s supper was provided by the catering team, and the winning team, consisting of Sandie Brockington, Mike Cozens, and believe it or not, George Hutchinson, were awarded their chocolate prizes. Perhaps we should all donate a cup to the club and then become part of the winning team, thereby ensuring that our name is engraved on at least one of the trophies!

After all the jollity, the season settles down to a great number of friendly matches interspersed with many local competitions.