In the Rutland Local History & Record Society journal you can read an interesting article on the history of the building which Uppingham Bowls club has occupied in some form since 1937. It was written by club member Sheila Sleath for the Rutland Local History & Record Society where she is also a member.
The article is on page 315 of Volume 37 of the journal and you can find it by clicking HERE.
Summary of journal article
The article describes how the hut began life on the outskirts of Uppingham as part of a First World War prisoner of war camp. After WWI it was re-erected in the town as a new entertainment centre, and the property of the town council . Activities have included dances, concerts, plays, horticultural shows, political meetings and more, as well as a several years as the local cinema. It was first used for indoor bowling in 1937 and in 1951 became the permanent home of Uppingham Bowls Club since when there has been considerable refurbishment .
The hut today
As at July 2024, negotiations are in motion for the restoration of ownership from the town council to the club.