OPEN day at Stratton Bowling Club green was a little overcast, but not too wet.

President Elizabeth Hooke introduced Candy Baker of The League of Friends of Stratton Hospital wearing her new hat as Bude Citizen of the Year.

Candy first of all unveiled a new seat commemorating the lives of Alf and Chris Snowden, and a minutes silence was held to remember Alf, who recently passed away.

Candy quickly bowled the first wood, formally opening the green then rushing indoors before it rained too much.

For the full report, and a round up of the area news and sport, see this week's edition of the 'Post'.