BAT AND TRAP CHAMPS

Bat & Trap is a medieval pub game, mainly played in Kent and involving teams of up to eight. You can find a description of how it is played at https://www.topendsports.com/sport/list/bat-and-trap.htm

Take the 2023 round of the annual competition between teams from Ardea Lodge No.6717 (Herne Bay) and Septem Lodge No.7788 (Dover), add a big splash of summer sunshine, combine it with entertainment from singer Millie Coppin and a spectacular BBQ – and you have a great day out.

Two teams from each Lodge took part in the knock-out competition which resulted in a win by Septem A. Matt Jury (pictured, in the blue T-shirt), Master of Ardea Lodge, presented the trophy to team captain Peter Sparrow.

This was followed by a convivial evening where Freemasons and their friends raised the magnificent sum of £774, allowing each Lodge to present £337 to the Province’s 2025 Festival.

Said Matt: “My special thanks to Septem’s Kevin Kemp and his partner Anita for allowing us to use the Red Lion pub for this event.  Thanks also to all those who contributed and supported this wonderful afternoon of fun and friendship.  We look forward to the re-match next year!”

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