Effective from 8 June, St Ives Bowls Club will open with several restrictions. These restrictions are based on guidance received from Bowls England and in line with latest Government advice.
Clubhouse and building facilities
- The clubhouse will be closed, including all changing rooms, bar and kitchen, and is not open for ANY access. No drinks will be available from the club.
- Limited access will be made available to use the toilets (see personal care section) with paper towels and hand sanitisers to be used at all times. Hand sanitisers must be used before entering the building.
- The disabled toilet will not be open as it forms part of the clubhouse.
- Rubbish bins will only be available for the disposal of paper towels and single-use gloves. If you bring water or food you must remove all rubbish when you leave.
- You must clean door handles and toilet seats where applicable.
- All mats and jacks will be placed outside in a wheelbarrow ready for use. Do not enter the equipment shed or touch the key. The greenkeeper will take care of the equipment after the last session.
Playing format
- Only five rinks will be available for booking. No other rinks may be used.
- You can play as an individual, singles or pairs. No triples are allowed at present.
- All playing slots must be booked in advance. An online booking system is available using the 'Book a rink' button on the top right hand of the Club's website or by calling Dina Barlow at 01480 455926 who will book for you. You will receive a separate email advising steps for booking online.
- You cannot turn up on the day unless you have booked via either of the above methods.
- Sessions available for booking will be based on three per day at 10.30am, 2.00pm and 5.30pm.
- Do not enter the Club grounds until your approved play time and leave the Club as soon as possible after playing.
- Your booking slot will allow you time to clean mats and jacks and vacate the premises before the next group play.
- If after booking a slot you are unable to attend please cancel your booking using the online system or contact Dina Barlow so the slot can be freed up for another member.
Equipment
To minimise the risk of infection only essential items will be used. Mats and jacks must be cleaned after each session. Use the outside tap or hose which will be available.
Non-essential equipment
Personal Care
- Bowls must be your own. You cannot borrow any from the Club.
- Rink markers, as agreed with the greenkeeper.
Non-essential equipment
- Scoreboards or scorecards will not be used.
- Bowls pushers or jack settlers will not be used.
- Two-metre distance sticks and chalk will not be used.
Personal Care
- Clean everything you touch, including door handles, locks and toilet seats. Do not assume previous visitors have cleaned everything.
- Take care not to touch other members' bowls with your hands.
- Should you show any symptoms of COVID or colds please do not attend the Club.
- Dress appropriately before arriving as changing rooms will be closed. Toilets must not be used to change clothes.
- Do not shake hands.
- Hand sanitisers, paper towels and single-use gloves will be provided in toilets.
- Bins in toilets are for paper towels and single-use gloves only.
- Access to toilets is on a one by one basis.
Club fees
As playing this season is restricted, your committee has agreed no membership fee will be collected for the 2020/21 season. This will apply to existing members only (full and social). Your membership will be carried to next season.
New members playing this year will pay 50% of our annual fee, being £32.
Should any member wish to give a donation towards the running costs of the Club that would be most welcome. While recognising outgoings have dropped, some costs such as electricity, water rates, insurance and machine maintenance still have to be paid.
Should any member wish to give a donation towards the running costs of the Club that would be most welcome. While recognising outgoings have dropped, some costs such as electricity, water rates, insurance and machine maintenance still have to be paid.
Donations will be treated as confidential and only known to the Treasurer. Please contact Pat Cook directly should you wish to make a donation.
Finally, while under these restrictions we appreciate your help in maintaining them for your safety and the safety of others. It is vital we follow guidelines from Bowls England in both social distancing and hygiene to ensure our insurance cover is valid. If the committee receives further guidelines on easing any restrictions they will advise you immediately.
