A message from John Mclean, Chairman of Swansea Bowling Club.

David Burgess, MBE

We are delighted that long standing member of the Club, David Burgess, has been awarded an MBE in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List of 13 June 2009.

Most of you will know how David has supported his wife Jan since she broke her back over 35 years ago. Not so many will be aware the David has over the years been tireless in his efforts to improve the rights and support for carers. (Carers are people who provide unpaid care by looking after an ill, frail or disabled family member, friend or partner.)

David is currently Chairman of Carers Swansea Branch and a trustee of Swansea Carers Centre. For many years he was a trustee of Carers UK and a member of the Carers Wales committee. He has also been involved with numerous other organisations and committees over the years.

David’s contribution to the advancement of the rights of carers is immense. He justly deserves recognition, not only for his voluntary work but also for his personal qualities.

GOOD NEWS FOR BOWLERS

For the 2009 season, new members are invited to join for HALF PRICE

Swansea Bowling Club is located on Bryn Road, a short distance from Swansea beach at Brynmill, situated between the City of Swansea and the Victorian village of Oystermouth and the Mumbles. It is also a short distance from the Gower Peninsula - Britain's first designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

We have an excellent pavilion / clubhouse in which we offer our members and visiting clubs meals as well as a well stocked bar and entertainment.

Visiting clubs are always welcome for friendly matches.

Similarly new members are welcomed. If you have never bowled before we have coaches on hand to assist. Come and visit the club; you are under no obligation to join. The club runs two open sessions per week, Spoons on Monday evenings (17.45 ), and Triples on Friday afternoons ( 14.15 )

There are many picturesque and beautiful coves and beaches on the Gower Peninsula, including, Bracelet Bay, Limeslade Bay, Rotherslade and Langland Bays, Caswell Bay, Pwll Ddu, Oxwich and Rhossilli. The area is ideal for walkers with many public footpaths.

The social events planned for this year can be seen on our Members Page