Berkshire’s Peter Warne, Michael Blizzard, Bob Harris and Trevor Broad from Thatcham have secured the Men’s National Senior Fours title, supported by the Friends of English Bowling.

They defeated Worcestershire’s Paul Kitchen, Richard Payne, Wayne White and Grant Burgess, from Chester Road in this afternoon’s final at Victoria Park, Royal Leamington Spa.

Earlier in the day the Berkshire quartet collected three shots on the final two ends defeated Hampshire’s James Heard, Steve Dowdell, Andy Anderson and Ray Long from Fleming Park, whilst the Chester Road rink overcame an early 3-9 deficit against Kent’s John Coatham, Keith Woodgate, Paul Coulsen and Paul Rose (VCD).

Results:
Semi-finals:
Thatcham, Berks (T Broad) bt Fleming Park, Hants (R Long) 14-13;
Chester Road, Worcs (G Burgess) bt VCD, Kent (P Rose) 20-19

Final:
Thatcham, Berks (T Broad) bt Chester Road, Worcs (G Burgess) 19-12

Official photographs can be viewed and purchased at: https://www.bobsaundersphotography.co.uk/bowls-events

Entry to the championships is free of charge. Chargeable parking is available in Victoria Park and in nearby town centre car parks. The Tournament Office will be open daily from 8.30am until close of play. Should you have any queries related to the National Championships please telephone 07444 272672.