Lillington Bowls Club holds gala day to raise money for Guide Dogs charity
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Lillington Bowls Club opened its outdoor season with a gala match to raise money for a good cause on Sunday (April 16).
President Mike Thomas’ team played a chairman’s team over 6 rinks resulting in a narrow win for the former.
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Hide AdThe gala was followed by a presentation from Derek and Anita from Guide Dogs for the Blind – mike’s chosen charity for the year.
Derek and Anita explained the role of volunteers in breeding and training programmes and the many ways in which the charity is able to help blind and partially sighted people.
However the star of the show was Derek’s guide dog Zelda.
The event raised over £250 towards naming a guide dog puppy.
Founded in 1930, Lillington Bowling Club in Lime Avenue, has had a long and distinguished history.
For more information visit https://www.lillingtonbc.co.uk/