A Norwich bowls club says it is devastated after being told to leave its historic clubhouse following more than 125 years.
One of Norwich's oldest bowls clubs says it is facing an uncertain future after being told it must leave its historic clubhouse following more than 125 years at the site.
Mitre Bowls Club has been informed it must vacate the pavilion on Earlham Road by February. The building sits beside St Thomas Church and is owned by the Diocese of Norwich, which plans to open it up for wider community use.
Club officials say members are deeply disappointed by the decision and are keen to continue playing bowls at the site, which has been home to generations of players and has become an important part of the local community.
The club says the pavilion has long served as more than just a clubhouse, providing a place for members to socialise, welcome visiting teams and support the sport in Norwich.
The Diocese says its plans are intended to make the building available to a broader range of community groups while ensuring the facility continues to benefit local residents.
Mitre Bowls Club hopes discussions can continue over the coming months and says it is exploring every possible option to secure its future and keep bowls being played at the historic Earlham Road green.

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