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What is the hardest part of the game?

The hardest part is having to play league matches when it’s pouring down, good waterproofs essential.

Is it easy to learn?

The game is very simple to pick up - the more you play the better your tactics get.

Going back to 2. this is another appeal it is mainly a team sport doubles/ triples I.e the shot thrown is a decision made by the team you’re in.

Is it an all-year-round activity?

There are competitions all year round, you have the league season, triples, and doubles , one-day competitions and all clubs have their open days.

Do you play in a league/matches?

There is a midweek Tuesday league. To play in the midweek league you must have a Petanque England Licence. To play Sunday league you don’t have to have a licence this was introduced for people to try before they buy.

The clubs that play in the Thames Valley league are at Arborfield, Bourn End, Marlow, Little Marlow and Wallingford.

At the end of the season there is a dinner and dance presentation night.

How can people interested find out more/join?

To find out more, visit www.tvpetanque.co.uk or www.petanque-england.uk