Flags
Flags
With some time to spare following the cricket, the players turned their thoughts to more important matters – a game of flags.
Fearing the competition, The Grewer duly headed off home, replaced by Veronica Morton, a known challenger to his crown. The 11-strong field included some debutants and showed an array of different playing styles, including Albert’s flagship boules style.
The Wood had prepared a challenging course, including several tree obstacles and even some 40 yard holes. Some players were notably flagging at these intense physical challenges, whilst others found them a breeze, sending their jacks easily toward their targets. Onlookers were impressed by the high standard, signalling their appreciation with loud applause.
In spite of his injured skull – and some cross bones – Phil Allen put up a good challenge, however, the eventual winner was The Copeland, ending in pole position, celebrating his play-off victory with a lap of the pitch.