v SAY YOU SAW IT IN THE HERALD v Page 76 • The HERALD • 12th March 2026 SPORT IN THE HERALD Waterside Bowling Club is looking forward to the forthcoming season with their brand new kit. Gone are the days of the traditional white tops and trousers, in with the bright red, white and blue club shirts and navy blue trousers, crops or shorts. Along with a plethora of coloured bowls and shoes of all styles and colours. Based in Holbury, Waterside Bowling Club is one of a few clubs in Hampshire to have two high standard greens with plenty of free parking, so it’s no wonder they are also one of the larger clubs along the South Coast. e Club had another incredibly successful competitive season last year, once again winning many outside trophies in both the leagues and competitions but they also emphasise a friendly and fun approach to bowling for anyone who just wants some exercise and social contact. e Club hope to start the season on Saturday 11th April when 2026 President, Judy Vincent will be opening the greens. e Club’s popular annual Open Day will take place on Saturday 25th April. For further information please visit: www.watersidebowls.co.uk Enquiries can also be made by email to Senior Coach - Janet Ballard: janetballard1@btinternet.com On ursday 2th February Lymington & District Sea Fishing Club held its 3rd Shingle Bank League Competition. It was a very breezy evening with a few large sea swells coming in now and again. 7 club members signed on and all 7 weighed in sh consisting of dog sh and pouting. 31 sh in total were caught, weighed and released back into the sea as quickly as possible for a total weight of 29lbs 8¼oz. e two best sh of the evening were a dog sh of 2lb 1⅜oz caught by Malcolm Stote and a dog sh of 2lb caught by Leigh Hatt. Results: 1st Malcolm Stote 9lb 1¾oz, 2nd Leigh Hatt 7lb 14oz, 3rd Paul Watson 4lb 12¾oz, 4th Martin Pink 4lb 6oz, 5th Derek Slack 2lb 2oz, 6th Pat Dalton 0lb 13oz, 7th John Tharme 0lb 8¾oz. Waterside Bowling Club New Season – New Kit! 3rd Shingle Bank League Competition Can You Help Swim for Hope Cross-Solent Swim? To mark Wessex Cancer Support’s 45th anniversary this year, on Saturday 8th August, 45 determined swimmers will take on the iconic Swim for Hope, a 1.3-mile cross-Solent swim from Hurst Point to Colwell Bay on the Isle of Wight. e event is proudly sponsored for the third year running by RenoDrain, an independent Isle of Wight–based drainage clearing and repair specialist supporting both residential and commercial customers. Since launching in 2019, Swim for Hope has raised an incredible £140,000, helping to support thousands of local people a ected by cancer every year. RenoDrain’s continued sponsorship plays a vital role in ensuring this much-loved event can go ahead safely and successfully. RenoDrain owner Jamie Webster will once again be taking to the water on the day, accompanying swimmers in his kayak and helping provide on-thewater support throughout the crossing. “This event truly embodies the passion, dedication and strength of our region in supporting others,” said Jamie Webster, owner of RenoDrain. “We’re proud to sponsor Swim for Hope and to support the vital work Wessex Cancer Support does for local people and families.” While all swimmer places are now sold out (with a waiting list), the event still relies on the support of experienced kayakers and boat owners to help ensure a safe crossing for everyone involved. Anyone able to assist on the water is encouraged to get in touch. Register your interest Kayak sign-up: www.wessexcancer.org.uk/kayak RIB/boat sign-up: www.wessexcancer.org.uk/boat Your time on the water could help change lives on land. RenoDrain are sponsoring the swim for a third year Your Chance To See The World’s Most Famous Steam Locomotive Flying Scotsman At The Watercress Line Visitors to e Watercress Line will have the opportunity to view the world’s most famous steam locomotive, Flying Scotsman, until 21st March, courtesy of e National Railway Museum. A range of exclusive experiences are available, giving anyone interested in heritage a rare opportunity to celebrate the long-standing legacy of Flying Scotsman, more than 100 years a er it rst captured the nation’s imagination. Book now for unforgettable activities, including: Breakfast and Afternoon Tea Experiences: 13th - 15th and 20th - 21st March. Travel behind Flying Scotsman in First Class carriages and enjoy either breakfast or a ernoon tea while taking in wonderful countryside views. is experience also includes travel to Ropley to watch the Flying Scotsman pass by, explore the engineering headquarters and stroll across the footbridge famously featured in Alfred Hitchcock’s e 39 Steps, used by Robert Donat to escape on the train that inspired Flying Scotsman’s name. Day Out With Flying Scotsman: 13th – 15th and 20th – 21st March. A spectacular round trip with the world-famous locomotive through the glorious Hampshire countryside, with ample time to take photographs to capture this memorable day. Static Display Day and Footplate Tour: 12th and 17th – 19th March. Make memories by climbing onto Flying Scotsman’s footplate to soak up the unique atmosphere. Guides will share insights, stories and technical details about this remarkable engine. Rebecca Dalley, CEO of e Watercress Line, said: “We are delighted to welcome the legendary Flying Scotsman to The Watercress Line this March, giving visitors the chance to get up close to this magnificent locomotive. Tickets for these special dates are selling fast, so book now to avoid disappointment. Events like this really capture the magic of steam travel and the lasting passion it inspires.” Originally built by LNER in 1923, Flying Scotsman was named a er the London to Edinburgh express service she was built for. In 1934, she was the rst locomotive to o cially reach 100mph and became a symbol of engineering excellence. Flying Scotsman was withdrawn from service in 1963 and was bought by the National Railway Museum in 2004, where she underwent a £4.2 million restoration over 10 years. To book visit: watercressline.co.uk/special-days/ ying-scotsman-experiences The iconic Flying Scotsman is visiting The Watercress Line (Photo: Liam Barnes) Family History Group A small group of passionate Family historians, who love helping those who are interested in tracing their family history meet on the first Tuesday of each month at 7.30pm in the back room at Soul Café, North Road, Dibden Purlieu, SO45 4PG. ey are a mixture of those who have been researching for years and those who are new to the fascinating world of family history. ere is so much more information now to be obtained online, not all of it being subscription based. If you are interested, please go along to one of their meetings. You will be made most welcome. If you would like more information email: colinjanhayter@gmail.com e next meeting will be on Tuesday 7th April. Unique Retail Pop Up Sale Unique Retail will be back at Hythe Library’s Narnia Room on Tuesday 7th April from 10am–1.30pm for another pop up shop. Go along and browse a wonderful selection of handmade gi s, fabrics, and haberdashery, perfect for cra lovers and gi seekers alike. ey look forward to seeing you there! CRAFTING Ashurst WI is an active and growing institute, where members can look forward to an interesting programme of talks and events throughout the year. e next meeting takes place on Wednesday 8th April for Cra ing with Melanie omason. Meetings take place on the second Wednesday of each month at 7.30pm at Colbury Church Rooms, Deerleap Lane, Colbury SO40 7EH. New members and visitors are always welcome. For more details email: ashurstsec@hampshirewi.org.uk The Acid Bath Murders e Lordshill and Lordswood Historical Society meet on the second Thursday of the month, 10.30am - 12noon in the lounge of Manston Court, Lordshill, SO16 8HF. Thursday 9th April for ‘ e Acid Bath Murders’ by Paul Stickler. e Trials and Liquidations of John George Haigh, Paul will bring out the interesting and fascinating facts and myths around this case. No membership fees, just £2 on the door which includes tea/co ee and biscuits. ere will also be a ra e. Any further information contact Chairman Bryan Norton on: 07866 348032.
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