Miscellaneous Rules
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Liability for damage or loss etc., of personal property
Damage to the club premises or its fittings
Approved 23/03/2025
Club stickers – Club stickers should be used on all bowls during matches.
Playing Guests – No more than three playing guests may be introduced on any single day, and these same guests may not be introduced more than three times in a calendar year. Members must record names of all guests in the Visitor Book except for match day spectators and collection of children. For open days and social events, names will be captured on entry or through the event booking system.
Guests in the club – Accompanied invited guests are welcome. Members shall enter the names of all guests in the Visitors Book. Regular guests should be encouraged to join the club.
Children – Under fourteen years of age shall be always accompanied by a responsible adult and they shall not be allowed at the bar.
Liability for damage or loss etc. of personal property – The club does not accept liability for any loss or damage to personal property of persons using the club premises, or stored at the Club, including that left in lockers. Members should ensure that they and all visitors shall always conduct themselves responsibly and with care.
Financial responsibility – It is the responsibility of members to ensure that all monies, including those from the Bar, Green Fees, Match Fees, and the proceeds from the fund-raising activities, are remitted to the Treasurer of the club. Where requested, the names of donors shall be known only to the Treasurer, to preserve confidentially.
Expenses – No purchases shall be made on behalf of the Club, (except those as part of a pre-existing allowance, authorised by the Committee) unless pre-authorised by any two of the Principal Officers and, when submitted for payment, must be supported by receipts.
Bowler’s personal equipment – It is the responsibility of every member to ensure that bowling bags and clothing do not interfere in any way with the comfort or free movement of players and spectators. It is strongly recommended that fullest use be made of the dressing rooms and coat hanging facilities provided. No bowls bags or personal equipment shall be left on seats, or in foyer/bar area.
Smoking & vaping– No smoking or vaping is allowed within the confines of the club.
Litter – All litter shall be deposited in the receptacles provided.
Damage to the club premises or its fittings – Members shall reimburse the club for any wilful damage caused by them or their guests to the club premises and/or articles therein.
Mobile phones – Players are prohibited from using mobile phones on or around the green.
Club trophies – All Club Trophies shall remain the property of the club.
Bar opening times – The permitted hours for the supply of intoxicating liquor will be posted and the bar will be open at these hours or at such other hours as may be decided by the committee subject to any restrictions imposed from time-to-time by the Licensing Authority.
Settlement of accounts – A member shall settle any indebtedness for refreshment or otherwise before leaving the club premises.
Amendments to the rules – Amendments to these Rules may be proposed by a member at any time. All proposals shall be seconded by one other member and submitted in writing to the secretary for consideration by the committee.
Approved 23/03/2025