Liskeard Bowling Club held a very successful centenary dinner and trophy presentation event at the Eliot House Hotel.

Mike Jennings, Bowls England vice president, and Shirley Coad, Bowls Cornwall vice president attended and presented the prizes.

A large gathering of bowlers, friends and guests enjoyed the meal followed by live music by the duo Levis.

The club has enjoyed an excellent season, entertaining 20 friendly matches which included teams from Bowls England and Bowls Cornwall.

A book of the 100-year history was produced.

The men's A League Team played for the County Runners up Trophy.

Ladies Fran Turner, Viv Pacey, Jenny Marchant, Rose James and Jean Whetter won the County Whyte Rickard Cup for the first time in the club's history.

Thanks were given to retiring officers, president Derek Turner, secretary of nine years Rob Pacey, and captains Mike Kitney and Jenny Marchant for helping the season go with a swing – and to all the members who helped provide the hospitality.

New members are always welcome (no experience necessary) – for information please contact Secretary Phil Truscott on 01579 342808 or assistant secretary Jean Parsons 01579 346196.