BOWLS: Horncastle club honoured by visit of former world champion

One of the world's top indoor bowlers was in Horncastle on Thursday.

Andy Thomson, a five times World Indoor champion, visited Horncastle Bowls Club for four hours at their Coronation Walk headquarters from.

Andy Thomson (right) gives bowls beginner Mike Myers a few tips. Photo: John Aronplaceholder image
Andy Thomson (right) gives bowls beginner Mike Myers a few tips. Photo: John Aron

Thomson was happy to pass on any tips and also took part in a number of challenge matches.

A club spokesman said: “Andy is one of the best players in the world and it is something of a coup to have him in Horncastle.”

Thomson has won two world pairs titles and three singles crowns. He is also an MBE.

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