Inverleith Petanque Club have marked their 40th anniversary on the pistes opposite the Botanic Gardens.
Aside from an Open Triples tournament which attracted 32 teams from around Scotland as part of the celebrations the club continued their support of Marie Curie Hospice with their 32nd memorial melee, this year raising a superb £1,000 for the charity.
Inverleith are widely respected as not only one of the oldest clubs in Scotland but for representing Scotland in the European Cup for clubs on a regular basis.
They have also hosted national and international competitions as well as community events.
It has been suggested that this might soon be recognised in the form of a citation by The City of Edinburgh Council who are known to be aware of the club’s inclusive approach and endeavours to create more qualified coaches and help new clubs set up.
That is alongside the mental and physical healthy benefits engendered by playing the sport.
One relatively new member, Martin Hinds, said: “Petanque is played at Inverleith in a convivial and sociable manner.
“Anybody who has played bowls will find adapting more straightforward but there is a different technique involved.
“I’d encourage anyone interested to come along and be made welcome.”
