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Welcome to the Bath Boules 2022 Bonjour, mes amis! Yes, a great big bienvenue to the fantastic Bath Boules! A massif merci beaucoup to each and every one of you for making this much-loved event possible. It’s great to be back in full force! The Bath Boules brings our community closer together for a fun-filled three-day boules festival which raises great sums for local charities, over £675,000 to date. This weekend is all about enjoying time with friends, family and colleagues. Reuniting with old faces and meeting new ones. It’s Bath’s summer party. As always, all proceeds from this event go straight back into the community via the Bath Boules Trust (see more about how it’s helped local causes on P6-7). That’s everything from your team place, to raffle tickets, drinks from the bar and food from the street market – so don’t hold back! We have once again received an overwhelming amount of support from our Sponsors. It’s magnifique to see the local Bath business community come together for this very special event to support local charities. Our Big Boules Sponsors are: Bath Life, BLB Solicitors, Digital Wonderlab, Fine & Country, The Great Wine Co, Hamptons, Novia, Rocketmakers, Sub 13, and Vio Offices, and we have 24 Little Boules Sponsors too. Thank you all. This is such a great and vital institution of our city. It’s truly an event that encapsulates the spirit of Bath. This most French of sports played out in the most English of settings: it’s the perfect way to celebrate summer… and don’t forget, the money raised over this weekend goes to local charities. So, please enjoy having fun while doing good. À votre santé! The Bath Boules team
Bath Boules App The Bath Boules app is back! This has been developed by our besties at Digital Wonderlab and Rocketmakers!
The app is essential to use this weekend, keep track of who you’re playing and how you’re scoring as well as find out key updates throughout the day. There’s even a Franglais translator feature so you can parlez the proper Boules way, bon! Search Bath Boules on your app platform to download.
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Bath Boules history The first boules tournament in Queen Square, Bath took place in the late 1980s as a one-day affair involving independent restaurant staff from across the city. The brainchild of Jean Pierre Auge of Le Beaujolais Restaurant in Chapel Row and Philip Addis of Great Western Wine Company it was immediately popular, and in just a few years the event had more than doubled in size. By 1989 the tournament had expanded over two days to include local individuals and businesses with 128 teams competing for the now famous Boules Trophies and the weekend was launched with the infamous party in the square on the Friday evening. Support came from far and wide and local celebrity Miles Kington of Franglais fame led a team which at various times included Terry Jones, Joanna Lumley and Michal Palin ensuring the annual tournament became a must on Bath’s busy events map. As it continued to go from strength-to-strength Philip and Jean Pierre established a charitable trust to distribute money raised amongst local charities ensuring that much of the money raised through participation and sponsorship was benefitting those most in need in the Bath area. When the Beaujolais closed after many years and Philip sold Great Western Wine Company, a new era began and the event was licensed by the charity to others to run with profits continuing to be distributed to local causes via the charity. First up was Simon Harrison of Portico Designs Bath in 2006 with Greg Ingham and his team at MediaClash taking over in 2014 since when the event has raised more than £250k to add to the existing previous pot of £400,000 – in total an astonishing £675,000. Over the past 30 years not only has money been raised for some terrific causes, a great deal of fun has been had by all and it is now so popular the team tickets often sell out within minutes of going online. It’s the trustees’ aim that this will continue for many years to come.
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Bath Boules & Charity The Bath Boules is a much-loved local institution, a French game that brings together the people of Bath, the businesses – and of course our charities. It’s terrific for socialising, with Bath’s finest spending time together in oh-so-gentle competition. Every year the Bath Boules raises thousands of pounds for local charities which are then distributed to a wide range of local causes. The charitable objectives of the Bath Boules Trust are to spend locally, selecting Bath-based charities for grants from a few hundred pounds to a few thousand. The final amount raised depends on the generosity of our sponsors, partners and attendees, and how much we are all able to raise through event tickets, raffles, food and drink. If you work for a charity who would benefit from funds from this year’s event, visit bathboules.com/charity to apply. The charity is administered by its Trustees: Alex Auge, Celia Mead, David Gledhill, Nicole Howse, Philip Addis and Thomas Sheppard.
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Supporting local charities Here are some of the causes supported by the exceptionnel fundraising over the last two years: AGE UK supports older people in Bath & North East Somerset to live the later life they want - healthier, happier and more fulfilling. BATH AND NORTH EAST SOMERSET DEMENTIA ACTION ALLIANCE aims to create a dementia friendly community. BATH CATS AND DOGS HOME is a leading rescue centre with a mission to rescue, rehabilitate and rehome unwanted pets. CHILDREN’S HOSPICE SOUTH WEST provides the only residential hospice care for children with a life-limiting condition for Bath and the South West. DOROTHY HOUSE HOSPICE provides compassionate care and support for patients with life-limiting illnesses and their families. DEVELOPING HEALTH AND INDEPENDENCE helps those who are excluded from society, and those at risk, to turn their lives around. DESIGNABILITY enables disabled people to live with greater independence. FIRST STEPS BATH works alongside children and families to enhance communities and to change lives. GENESIS TRUST BATH supports homeless, disadvantaged and vulnerable people in the Bath area, offering opportunities for them to improve their lives. GOLDEN-OLDIES brightens the lives of hundreds of isolated, elderly people with singing and activity sessions. JAMIE’S FARM acts as a catalyst for change, enabling disadvantaged young people to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.
JULIAN HOUSE provides life changing support to those affected by homelessness, domestic abuse, addiction and mental health issues. MENTORING PLUS supports young people in B&NES who are facing challenges. OFF THE RECORD provides mental health support, community groups, advocacy, and empowerment for children and young people in B&NES. RADIO BATH gives the people of Bath, and its surrounding areas, a voice to speak among themselves and to the wider world. RICE is an internationally renowned research and treatment centre located in Bath. SARSAS provides support for people affected by rape or any kind of sexual assault or abuse at any time in their lives. SOUTHSIDE YOUTH is a vibrant and busy community centre with events and activities for all ages year round. THE BIG ISSUE FOUNDATION creates opportunities to end poverty and homelessness for Big Issue vendors – people who have taken the first step to change their lives. THE HOLBURNE MUSEUM is the city’s first public art gallery, the Grade I listed building is home to fine and decorative arts. VOICES provides peer support and recovery programmes specifically for women who are experiencing or have experienced domestic abuse. WE HEAR YOU offers free professional support to anyone affected by a lifethreatening condition such as cancer.
The Boules event has been raising money for Bath Charitable causes since the 90’s Well over half a million raised and donated so far Over 70 local charities have been supported – many on multiple occasions
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Un trés grand merci Without our event sponsors the Bath Boules would not be able to make such a great contribution to Bath’s charities. To these companies with a conscious and flair for French fun, we salute you
Big Boules BATH LIFE is the leading media brand in the city with many events as well as the magazine. It has been a supporter of the Bath Boules for many years and as the Official Media Partner, Bath Life will be covering the event extensively. mediaclash.co.uk | @bathlifemag
FINE & COUNTRY offers luxury properties for sale in Bath and beyond. With very specialist regional knowledge of this market, its team ensures that you receive the very best service, whether buying or selling a property. www.fineandcountry.com | @fineandcountry
ROCKETMAKERS designs, develops and deploys award-winning apps, websites and software for new startups, growing scaleups and large corporate innovators. www.rocketmakers.com | @rocketmakers
SUB 13 is an award-winning BLB SOLICITORS is a leading law firm serving Bath, Bristol, Wiltshire, the M4-M5 corridor and beyond. It is a proud sponsor, and previous winner of Bath Boules (however, that was so long ago, it’s rumoured the trophy was presented by Beau Nash.) Good luck everyone, and happy summer! www.blbsolicitors.co.uk | @blbsolicitors
DIGITAL WONDERLAB helps organisations see new digital possibilities, crafts experiences that exceed expectations, and delivers results using the best technologies. www.digitalwonderlab.com | @digiwonderlab
THE GREAT WINE CO has for over 35 years sought out distinctive, hand-crafted wines direct from the finest estates right across the world, to provide a unique wine drinking experience. www.greatwesternwine.co.uk | @greatwestnwine
HAMPTONS your Home Experts – here to help with your next big move – whether 300 miles away or just down the road. www.hamptons.co.uk | @hamptons1869
NOVIA is a Bath-based financial services technology company, providing online tools to enable advisers to efficiently manage their clients’ investments across a range of products. www.novia-financial.co.uk | @noviafinancial
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VIO OFFICES is a family run business with over 10 years’ experience managing serviced offices in the city of Bath. Please contact us to find your space in the city. www.viooffices.com
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We would like to thank everyone for making this event possible. It’s superb how so many Bath businesses have got involved this year. Thank you to the Boules founders and trustees for starting this great event. Thank you to all our raffle prize donors for generously supplying the prizes and to all those who have helped with the organising. Thank you to all our sponsors for helping to elevate this great event to even greater heights. And of course, thank you to you for coming!
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St John’s is the premier barristers’ chambers in the South West helping businesses and individuals find the best solutions to their legal problems
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Raffle! Step right up There is a grand raffle draw each day of the Bath Boules tournament at 4pm. We’ve got some incredible prizes for you. And the best bit? It’s all for charity! How can you get your hands on these lovely prizes? Easy. It’s £3 per ticket or £10 per strip from the information tent or Le Staff wandering around, pay via contactless and listen out at the obelisk in the centre of the Square at 4pm to see if you’ve won! PRIZES: P izza and drinks for two at Bath Pizza Co. T wo hot drinks and two slices of cake at The Colombian Company S unday Roast for two at Castle Farm Midford C ity Secrets Tour C leveland Pools Trust book
ixed Six Brownie Box from Good Day Café M Four ball voucher of 18 holes at Cumberwell Park Afternoon Tea for Two at The Ivy Bath Brasserie Jute bags full of goodies from Taste of Bath Meal for two at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel A box of goodies from BoxLocal
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The Rules of Boules TEAMS: To play, a team will require three players, six boules and one jack. The same three players must play throughout one game. Different players may be used for different games but those players may only represent one team. THE BASICS: Teams take it in turns to throw their boules toward the jack. The aim is to place your boules nearer the jack than your opponents, which may be achieved by either knocking your opponent’s boules away or by ‘nudging the jack’.
previous end. The winners of the previous end must go first. The game is repeated until a team scores nine points. The finals are played to 11. TOURNAMENT PROGRESSION: The tournament begins with all teams split into eight groups. The teams within each group play each other. The two teams in each group that record the greatest number of wins will quality for the Round of 16. The winners in each of these games will then go on to the quarter finals. If there is a tie, the team with the lowest points scored against will qualify.
ORDER OF PLAY: During a game, players from opposing teams do not play alternately as is sometimes assumed. A player or team continues to throw until they gain the advantage. It is up to the ‘throwing’ team whether a team member throws all their boules consecutively or they alternate shots within the team.
‘IN PLAY’ AND ‘OUT OF PLAY’: Boules that hit or bounce against the side of the pistes are still in play. If the boules rest on the side of the pistes, they are taken out. If a boule hits or rests against the back sleeper, the boule is out. If the jack ball is knocked out of play, the end must be played again.
HOW TO WIN: The winning team scores as many points as it has boules better places than the best boule of the losing team. A new ‘end’ is then started with the jack being thrown by the winners of the
TIMING: Please keep to schedule as far as possible. Games should typically last 25 minutes and the organisers may sometimes have to truncate some very slow-running games.
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Street Food at the Boules Check out the Boules Street Food stands for a great selection of food and drink. Please make sure that you support them, prodigiously. All present will be donating a proportion of their sales to local charities via the Bath Boules Trust – meaning that every bite, glass or pint will contribute to local Bath charities. All teams will receive vouchers to exchange at any of these stalls in return for a meal. Please note: we request that you do not bring your own food and drink, since this deprives the traders of revenue and therefore the Boules and its charities of funding. Thanks!
ON THE MENU: Burgerlish provides homemade, locally sourced food including epic burgers @burgerlish Chock Shop makes fresh, hand-crafted artisan chocolate brownies @chock_shop De La Cuisine Japanese food with Filipino fusion Desy Thai serves up authentic Thai dishes in traditional street food style Divine Donuts the most heavenly handmade and handcrafted donuts you’ll find @divinedonuts_hereford Honeys Cider is a true craft cider maker in Bath @honeyscider The Meraki Van serves authentic homemade savoury Greek pastries, cakes and coffee @the_meraki_van Salt of the Earth Smokery produces Loch Duart smoked salmon @saltoftheearthsmokery Tapas Valencia Delicious Homemade Spanish Tapas
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Friday groups 9.30am start Group
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Rebellious Boules
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APS Homes
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BLB Solicitors
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Richardson Swift
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Ruffer
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Longacre
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The Good Economy
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Brownsword Hotels
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Aspire to Move
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Zest Sales & Lettings
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EZ Education
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Vio Offices
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Lucra Mortgages
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The Incrediboules (Fidelius)
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Handelsbanken
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Goughs Solicitors
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Sparkloop
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Saffery Champness
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The Magnificent Marcom
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Honey Willow
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Portico
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Gallon of Magnet
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Cobb Farr
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Mark Fisher
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Beckford James
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Rif Raf (Watson Financial)
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Deloitte
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Zest Sales & Lettings
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Triangle Networks
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Charles Stanley & Co
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RWK Goodman
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Interaction Associates
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Blue Dogs (PBS Warehousing)
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Flow Bar Frome`
Verisk Maplecroft
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MEA
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MEGA Ebullien (Mitchell Eley Gould)
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Les Boules Du Chien (Frog Events)
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M2 Structural
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The Bath BID Boulers
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DoodleLearning
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Mentoring Plus
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Brewin Dolphin
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Juice On The Loose
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Ding Dong Boules (E&M West)
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Digital Wonderlab
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HomeLets
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Emberson Group
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GA Energy
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Doubletree by Hilton, Bath
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Living Map
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Lawyers with Boules (Thrings)
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Love Vivid Incrediboules (Vivid Wrap)
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That Media Thing
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Anthem Publishing
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Sage Developments
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House of St Johns
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Marlin Communications
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Wiltshire Air Ambulance
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Taste of Bath Food Bank
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Studio PDP Architects
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Version Two Media
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Tile and Floor
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William Dixon & Associates
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Team of Houses
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The Desyniteers
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Half Moon Bay
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Melford Restoration
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Fine & Country
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Seventh Heath (Bristol Rovers)
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The Top Dogs (Marcom)
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Stonewood
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Saturday groups Group
Équipe Ignition
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Agilico
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Knight Frank Bath
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The Advance Party
Watts Moving
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Minuteman Press
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GEM Projects
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Team Surveybase
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AYU
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Build Twenty Two
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Team Awesome (Carey PR)
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Nash Partnership Unbelievea-boules
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Stonewood
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Groupia
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P G Owen
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Team Surveyboules
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Carter Jonas
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GEM Solutions
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Simple Recruitment
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Mogers Drewett
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Chic Alpine
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Milsted Langdon
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University of Bath School of Management
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Boules Frites
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Weisberg Legal
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Only Boules & Horses (Black and White Bridging)
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Novia
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The Leprechauns (Bath Holiday Rentals)
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ABM
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HGEM Hedgehogs
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Lucra Mortgages
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Hamptons
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APS Homes
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Moore IT
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Homers Odyssey
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OCL
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St Johns Chambers
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Sharp Family Law
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Portico
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Le Crescent Club
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Rocketmakers
7
Norfolk Enchancers
Teams in red italics are Event Sponsors
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Bath Boules Life
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Les Mougeottes (Great Wine Co)
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Rengen Rollers
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Csquared
Reach PLC
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Boule and the Gang
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Western Building Consultants
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Incrediboules (Stuarts Residential)
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Chippenham Golf Centre
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Boulsey Babes
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Good Crowd Media
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Southside
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AYU Too
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Bath Holiday Rentals
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Teams in red italics are Event Sponsors
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Sunday groups Group
Redwood Marketing
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Imperial Officers Club
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Group
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Catering Services International
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Aspia Space Boules
Butterfly Conservation Wiltshire Branch
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Schwartz Bros
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Les Trois Picoleurs
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Bath Rugby Ladies Past Players
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The Queensberry Hotel
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Coopers Home Appliances
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Pearson May
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Truespeed
7
Radio Bath
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Bath Fit Fam
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Bath Dogs and Cats Home
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Don’t look at my Boules
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Henrys Restaurant Bath
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The Artful Stitchers
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Media Solitions
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Boules for the Pools
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Bath Rugby
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Soul Media
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Les Tramsheddeurs
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12 Trim Street
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Common Room
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easyStorage
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Genesis Trust 1 and 2
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Untouchaboules (The Great Wine Co)
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The Suite
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Vendomeurs
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Bath Carnival
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We don’t want Toulouse
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9.30am start
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Teams in red italics are Event Sponsors
Group
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Pink Piglets (No15 Guest House)
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Instant Goddess
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Sub13
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Pentanque-a-donk
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Dialect Diabolica
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Sheila’s Big Boules (Stride Treglown)
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Valuaboules
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Boulsed Up
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SCHEDULE 9.00: Team arrival and registration – Boules tent 9:30: Raffle tickets on sale 9:30: Start of first games – Boules pistes 10:00: Marquee bar open 10:00: Street food stalls open 16:00: Raffle prize draw
17.00: Quarter-finals begin – Boules pistes 17.30: Semi-finals begin – Boules pistes 18.00: Final begins – Boules pistes
Times and locations of your individual games are provided separately when you enter the event.
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Plan du terrain
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Bouncy castles
Cocktail bar
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East gate
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First Aid South gate
NOTRE MARCHE
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Divine Donuts
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Salt of the Earth Smokery
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Fantasy Faces Face Painting
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Meraki
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Delacuisine
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Honeys Cider
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Burgerlish
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Chop Shop Somerset
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Lickalix
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Desi Thai
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