A number of Basingstoke bowls clubs will participate in the Aviva Big Bowls Bash, writes Colin Statham.
The event invites people of all ages to give bowls a try.
Oakley will host an open day on Saturday, May 24, from 10am to 4pm, providing all necessary equipment for newcomers.
Participants are advised to wear flat-soled shoes.
Details of other clubs' open days can be found on their respective websites.
In recent national team competitions, Oakley triumphed over Cove and Andover in the double rink competition and the Tony Allcock trophy for players over 60, respectively.
Basingstoke Town "A," Old Basing, and Whitchurch also claimed victories in the double rink.
However, Basingstoke Town's ladies faced defeat against Alton Social in the Top Club.
In the Basingstoke and District Fours league, Alton Social took the top spot in Division 1, following the postponement of Basingstoke Town's "A" team match.
With only shot differences separating the teams, Basingstoke Town appears to be the team to beat.
Old Basing maintained their unbeaten run in Division 2, with a victory over Whitchurch "B."
In the Triples league, only Whitchurch Weavers in Division 1 and Burghfield "B" managed to secure maximum points in the first round of matches.
The Whitchurch mixed triples league saw Kingsclere Partridges retain their top spot in Division 1, with a 4-1 win over Howard Park Merlins.
Basingstoke Jesters delivered the standout performance of the night, with a 5-0 win over Alton Social.
Aldermaston Oaks lost their Division 2 lead following a 4-1 defeat to Alton "A," allowing Whitchurch Blues to take the top spot.
Andover Stags are now level on points with St Mary Bourne at the top of Division 3, while Friary leads Division 4.
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