The new bowling season is up and running at Edinburgh and Lothians’ clubs among them Maitland BC, at Davidson’s Mains.

Club president Mark Patrizio and vice president Jackie Johnston played the opening shots and this was followed by a match held over six rinks in glorious weather.

Pictured are members lined up on the petanque area.

There was a good turn out for opening day at Maitland Bowling Club, Davidson’s Mains.

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