Pentyrch Bowling Club Could be called the Top Club in South Glamorgan, being almost one thousand feet above sea level !
The club "evolved" in about 1983 by a bunch of "ageing" rugby players looking for a summer recreation. Recruitment of some bowlers like David George, Iain Russell and other interested parties living in the village resulted in the carving out of the green from the rock of the Garth mountain, and by 1991 the club was ready for competition.
In 1992 Dr Kim Howells MP officially opened the green and a new era in the life of the village began.
Some uncomplimentary comments were made of the standard of the green in its early years, but under the professional eye of Head Groundsman Harold Evans the surface quickly improved. In recent years Bill Malcolm has taken on the duties with volunteers led by Russell Howell improving the green and surrounds beyond recognition.
Spoons (social games) night is held every Monday at 6pm throughout the summer - whatever the weather - with an average attendance on almost 40 !!
An annual feature is the club tour- normally in the first week of June - which is well patronised and thoroughly enjoyed by all.
The Club is strongly linked with all village activities including the Pentyrch Open Gardens, in addition to the Rugby, Cricket, Football & Tennis Clubs. The local primary schools send their pupils for coaching each year - culminating in a match between the two schools in their summer term.
The club is always looking for new members - young and old, experienced or novices.
If you are thinking of giving it a go or merely want to sit and watch - just pop along.
All visitors are assured of a warm welcome.
pentyrchbowlingclub@live.co.uk