Washington - Down Your Way

North Biddick Bowls club is based in Penshaw Park, on the old road between Fatfield and Penshaw. It is a friendly, social bowls club where all the members are looking forward to the green opening today. The club will be open every day Monday to Saturday between noon and 2pm.The benefits bowls can give people are gentle exercise, fresh air and companionship. Casual bowlers and new club members are always sure of a warm welcome so no matter what your age or ability level you are welcome to go along.
By The Newsroom
Published 26th Apr 2016, 10:39 BST
Updated 26th Apr 2016, 11:49 BST
Members of One Voice choir with Zeela, the choirmaster centre back row. The group meets in Washington Arts Centre.Members of One Voice choir with Zeela, the choirmaster centre back row. The group meets in Washington Arts Centre.
Members of One Voice choir with Zeela, the choirmaster centre back row. The group meets in Washington Arts Centre.

One Voice is a community choir, whose members have varying levels of ability and experience. The choir, which meets in Biddick Arts Centre, is looking for new members. No audition is necessary. Members of the choir all agree that singing leaves them with a good feeling and their spirits uplifted. It is a very friendly group, which meets on a Tuesday from 5.30pm-7pm. Sessions cost between £3.60 and £4.60. Anyone interested can just pop along to one the meetings.