Anyone for Boules?

In case you haven't spotted this in the Socials section and you're looking for a fair-weather, leisurely, convivial, totally inclusive 'sport'/pastime, I'm launching Free Bankside and Borough Boules for novices, enthusiasts, part-timers and aficionados to play on a regular basis with guidance from devotees from the London Pétanque Association.
Bankside & Borough Boules/Pétanque Launch
6th September 5.30-8.00pm
Boules terrain/ Pétanque piste. Park St/Maiden Lane conjunction. SE1 9EQ
Boules provided or bring your own.
Just turn up on 6th to find out more.

Sounds good. I'd be keen if it was in Bermondsey Sq.

Bermondsey Sq would be a great location but the hard, paved surface isn't appropriate -gravel or shallow sand would be good. You'd need to construct a terrain like the one in Hays Galleria or at the least a 2mx12/13m frame with sand or matting. Why not galvanise local interest and campaign/lobby for one amongst local businesses or find a nearby gravel open space/park area. Come and speak to the London Pétanque Association on Thursday for advice. A Bankside - Borough - Bermondsey tournament/derby sounds good to me.

Isn't the current gravelled area designed for boule?

It is indeed and oft used. Boules are available from all establishments in the Square, including reception for the development, next to Del'Aziz.

I wasn't aware there was a gravelled area in Bermondsey Sq. That's great if there is. Maybe you could get www.teamlondonbridge.co.uk involved and the Bermondsey St Festival organisers to help establish regular Boules playing there. Come to Boules on Thursday and get advice from London Pétanque Association

There is a petanque/boule area in Hay's Galleria, right by the boat sculpure.

There was a good turn out for the launch of Bankside & Borough Boules at the Boules terrain, Park St/Maiden Lane junction last Thursday. Fading light stopped play at 8.pm, though with respect to local residents, we wouldn't have played beyond then. The 2 guys Colin and Bruce from the London Pétanque club were great; explaining the game to novices and giving tips on techniques. A glass of pastis added to the relaxed late summer evening atmosphere.
We'll be there again 5.30-7.30 this Thursday 13th and every Thursday thereafter when decent weather and light allow.
Bar Blue opposite the terrain and The Market Porter and Anchor Pub are close by watering holes.
Already popular and tight for space at Maiden Lane terrain, we'll be launching Boules at Mint St Park (Marshalsea Rd/Southwark Bridge Rd) on Tuesday 18th 5.30-7.30pm for regular Tuesday sessions as well. The Lord Clyde and Goldsmiths are near by.
Come and join novices, part-timers, enthusiasts and aficionados at either location. Boules provided or bring your own.

Due to popular demand regular FREE Boules playing for all will be launched today TUESDAY 18th at MINT ST PARK (Marshalsea Rd/Southwark Bridge Rd)
5.30-7.30/8.00pm. No registration required, just drop-in.
Enthusiast Colin Taylor from the London Pétanque club will be on hand to explain the game to novices and give tips on techniques.
Experienced players and enthusiasts can set up their own games with his guidance if required.
Boules provided or bring your own.
The Lord Clyde and Goldsmiths pubs are very near by watering holes.

Regular THURSDAY sessions also take place at the Boules terrain MAIDEN LANE/PARK ST 5.30-7.30
Bar Blue opposite the terrain and The Market Porter and Anchor Pub are close by watering holes.

The Boules Bug has taken root in Bankside & Borough. There's been a call for year-round playing in sheltered areas and indoor venues. Any location and venue ideas welcome. Watch this space!

FREE BOULES session takes place again THURSDAY 20th
at the Boules terrain MAIDEN LANE/PARK ST 5.15-7.30
Enthusiast Colin Taylor from the London Pétanque club will be on hand to explain the game to novices and give tips on techniques.
Experienced players and enthusiasts can set up their own games
Boules provided or bring your own.
No registration required, just drop in.
Bar Blue opposite the terrain and The Market Porter and Anchor Pub are close by watering holes.