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On a wild and windy night, we welcomed fifty supporters back to the first Prize Bingo of the new season. A fine array of prizes was on offer and the usual interval treats, including Border Biscuits, all added to the overall enjoyment of the night. The sum of £388.50 was raised…

The Alva Games Committee was deeply saddened to learn on Thursday of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the Second. She was a keen follower of sport, both equine and human, and her passing leaves us all with a huge void to fill. We borrow from the words of our…

Well, we were truly back yesterday with what was the most successful Games in recent memory. 89 runners in the Championship Hill Race, 28 in the Under 12 version, 153 dancers from across the globe, an international field of heavyweight athletes and track runners and the best grass track cyclists…

For the avoidance of any doubt, ALL tickets will be on sale at the gates on the day. We will accept payment in cash or by card. Card payments will be subject to the availability of a suitable signal for the card machines so please make sure that you do…

The brightness of the sun outside matched the atmosphere inside the Cochrane Hall tonight for the final Prize Bingo Tea before the 164th Famous Alva Games. 55 contestants took part in the evening's events and many went home with some of the best prizes on offer on the prize bingo circuit. Games…

The brightness of the sun outside matched the atmosphere inside the Cochrane Hall tonight for the final Prize Bingo Tea before the 164th Famous Alva Games. 55 contestants took part in the evening's events and many went home with some of the best prizes on offer on the prize bingo circuit. Games…

A packed Alva Parish Church paid their respects earlier today to the legend that was Charlie Paterson, wit, raconteur, singer, entertainer and former Games Treasurer who sadly passed away at the end of April. A heartfelt tribute was paid by Minister Jim McNeil and, fittingly for Charlie, there were a few…

Fifty one supporters joined us tonight for the second last Prize Bingo of the current season. On a lovely late Spring evening, one of tables was particularly lucky scooping half of the raffle prizes. A whopping £444 was generated towards the funds which is truly appreciated by the Committee. The final Prize…

The ever popular Quiz Night returns this year on Tuesday 5th July in the Number 5 Inn, Brook, Street, Alva. Start time, about 7.30pm. There will be the usual wide range of questions on a number of topics (but NONE on the Eurovision Song Contest!) and something to suit everyone's…

The Games committee was truly saddened to read earlier tonight of the passing of one of the most colourful and entertaining sons of the Town, and former Games Committee Office Bearer, Charlie Paterson. He and brother Tom, the Guest of Honour in 2019, were both previously on the Committee with…