Swinfen Broun Challenge Trophy

Published: 24 June 2024

The Mayor of Lichfield, Cllr Sam Schafer, led the Lichfield City Council team in the annual Swinfen Broun Challenge Trophy bowls match against the Lichfield Museum Bowling Club on Wednesday 19 June 2024, celebrating their 100th match. As a celebration of the centenary, the club invited players to don their best 1920’s apparel. With the sun shining, an enjoyable evening was had by all and despite the best efforts of the City Council team, the Bowling Club took the trophy once again with a score of 127 to 33.

After the match, the Sheriff of Lichfield, Cathy Wood, presented the trophy to the Club President, Fred Perry, who thanked everyone for taking part and supporting the event. The Mayor then gave a brief explanation about the history of the challenge match, which has been played since 1924 (Although it was not until 1926 that the trophy was donated by local benefactor, Colonel Swinfen Broun) and has been fought over ever since!

Players then retired to the Hub for a light supper prepared by members of the Bowling Club. The Mayor concluded the evening by drawing the raffle which raised £173.00 for the Museum’s Bowling club’s charity fun day. We look forward to continuing this tradition again next year on Wednesday 18 June 2025.

The Sheriff of Lichfield, Cathy Wood, presenting the Swinfen Broun Challenge Cup to Captain of Lichfield Museum Bowling President, Fred Perry.