Short MatShort mat bowling has been played in the Earl Spencer Pavilion at Herne Bay Bowling Club for over 10 years during the months from October to April – the end of the outdoor season and the beginning of the next.
The club has two mats and a membership of over 70 full and social members who enjoy not only very competitive games of bowls, but also each other’s company, a cup of tea or coffee and a biscuit – and on occasions a drink from the bar.
Those of you who do not know short mat bowls – a block of wood in the centre of the mat is
meant to be avoided - but is not always! – and when hit, a local charity benefits, as the offender pays!
Herne Bay short mat division elected not to play in a local league, but plays one or two matches against other clubs and in a domestic league.
At present short mat sessions take place from October to March
| Monday: |
| 2pm – 4.30pm |
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| Tuesday: | 10am – 12.30pm |
| 6pm – 8:30pm |
| Wednesday: | 10am – 12.30pm |
| 6pm – 8:30pm |
| Thursday: | 10am – 12.30pm | 2pm – 4.30pm | 6pm – 8:30pm |
Each session accommodates 16 players. A joining fee of £10 is required each session for non Herne Bay bowling Club members and a daily charge of £2.00 per person per session.
If interested in joining us or would like any further information regarding short mat or bowling session held on Herne Bay pier, please contact Tricia Shepheard on 01227 370847.
Application for short mat membership can be found here.