As we waited in anticipation for the invited visually impaired visitors to arrive at the club the sun came out and continued throughout the day. The annual event, cancelled during COVID, is a special day in the calendar and Saturday 30 September 2023 was no exception. The green was in superb condition, and was then prepared for blind bowlers under the supervision of Norman Hyde and all was ready for the off. The players were placed in pairs and under the watchful eye of the helpers played through until one o’clock when we all sat down to a buffet lunch supplied by The Windmill Cafe in Chinnor. Further games continued after lunch until 3 pm when everyone came into the clubhouse for tea and cakes. President Les Canfield then handed out club pens to all the players before Devante and Danni, who organised the bowlers, were presented with a medal each for their efforts. A great day was had by all and I , as Chairman of the Club, was deeply proud of all the Thame Bowls members who stepped in to help on the green and in the clubhouse. Particular mention must be made to all the ladies who served the teas, the men who manned the bar and those who helped on the green, and who can forget Keith Brooks who diligently looked after a few ladies who wanted to try bowls out for the first time?
Thanks to everyone who made the day such a success.
Bill Giles
