OLD Basing Bowling Club will be holding two open days in April for anyone who would like to take up the game.

The first of these is on Saturday, April 18, with the next on Sunday April 26. Both will run from 10.30am to 2.30pm.

Anyone can go along and try out the game, as long as they bring along a pair of flat soled shoes.

Coaching and equipment will be provided.

New members will receive a discounted first year membership as well as free coaching and equipment.

Prospective members are also welcome to visit the club during the season (May to September).

The club meets on Thursday evenings from 6.15pm, giving newcomers the chance to try the game and see what the club has to offer.

This year sees another full programme of friendly, league and competition matches against other clubs, as well as in-club competi-tions and roll-ups.

Club captain Roger Banister has also organised a bowling tour to the west country this year for a families weekend, offering activities for both bowlers and non-bowlers.

For more information, visit oldbasingbowlingclub.co.uk.

Alternatively, contact club chairman Maurice Bates on 01256 328423 or club secretary Norman Hillier on 01256 468099.