FRINTON’S bowlers suffered a narrow defeat in the Frank Greenaway Cup final.

They were up against a strong Wivenhoe side, at Happy Valley Bowls Club.

It was a close encounter that went down to the last game in the pairs.

Derrick Chase and Kevin Jackson needed two shots for a Frinton win, but lost the last end and were defeated by 24 shots to 20.

Other results: Singles: Steve Vears won 21-19. Triples: Brian Denny, George Druce and Lincoln Townrow lost 29-11. Fours: Dave West, Stan Sheaf, Brian Johnson and Doug Wright won 26-24.

This Saturday and Sunday there are club finals day games, starting at 10.30am.

All members and guests are welcome.