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We sadly announce that Alan Ayre, long standing secretary of Brierley Park passed away on the night of Monday 22 May. Our condolences to his family & friends

Alan’s bowling life revolved around Huthwaite, Sutton Colliery and Brierley Park, where he served as Secretary from 2006 and Treasurer since 2016. Although success eluded Alan in EBA Bowls, he had much success in Federation Bowls. His many County successes include : Under 25 Singles 1972, 1973; Coronation Cup 4 wood singles 1979; Evening Post 2 wood singles 1985; Captain Ball 2 wood pairs 1981, 1983, 1987, 1990; Jesse Boot 2 wood triples 1990; Marie Denny 2 wood mixed triples 1988. Alan also achieved National success at Skegness, winning the Under 25 Singles 1972, 2 wood singles 1985 and 2 wood pairs 1990.