Northamptonshire Retired Police Bowling Association host charity match for Disability Bowls England

NRPBA vice captain , retired police officer Clive Appleton BEM, proposed, initiated, organized and captained a team of NRPBA club members against a team representing Disability Bowls England , captained by John Greaves and consisting of rinks from Express Lifts , Northampton, The Cavaliers Bowling Team, Rothwell Manor Bowling Club, Wellingborough Bowling Club and The Northamptonshire County Outdoors Bowling Team.

On a cool but dry afternoon the 48 bowlers had an enjoyable and jovial match with Disability Bowls England , after 18 ends ,running out as winners ,96 shots to 82.

Following a post match tea, raffle and auction the sum of £1019 was presented to John Greaves by NRPBA President, retired officer Bill Tapp . John emphasized that one of the aims of Disability Bowls England was inclusion in the sport not dependent on skill .

Thanks were given to all those who donated to the event , including Wellingborough Bowls Club who donated the green fee.