CLUB HISTORY

1960s

Opening Day – 1960s

Opening Day 1964-65

Left to Right: President: Hilton Pike, Maureen Pike, George Mee
Mayor: Ron Keane and Mrs. Keane

Opening of Season 1965-66

Left to Right: President: Hilton Pike
First kitty delivered by Mrs. Harold Leahman
First bowl by Mrs. Maureen Pike
Secretary: Len Harper

Our story began in 1957. Residents in the Ascot Park area arranged a meeting to inaugurate a Bowling Club in the district. In January 1959 the site on Marion Road was chosen.

The 1st opening of the A.P.B.C. was held in 1960. With the introduction of Indoor Bowls the club grew rapidly and had to limit membership to 220.

As years progressed the club house had to be extended as membership reached 250 men and 135 ladies.

Club House prior to 2011

Inside Club House prior to 2011

Opening of new Club House – 17th October 2011

President: Ron Nelson and Federal MP: Steve Georgianis (to cut the ribbon)

Over the years the Club has been very successful at winning Pennants, State Titles as well as Championship titles.

Night Owls and Indoor Bowls are also played at the Club.

At present the Club has a mixed membership, ranging from teenagers to the high 80’s. So you see it is a sport for both young and old. To be involved is most important. Meeting other people and making new friends can be most rewarding.

Ascot Park Bowling Club is known as the friendly club.

If you are thinking of joining a Club please consider us.

We would be happy to see you.