Summary
EASTER weekend at Tinsley Green in Sussex. The grim outline of Gatwick Airport's grey buildings is just visible above the trees. But in the grounds of the Greyhound public house, thoughts do not stray to holidays on sun-drenched beaches. Every mind is concentrated on the national marbles championship - the Wimbledon of the small glass ball.
Numbed fingers are being massaged back into life and favourite 'tolleys' - the assault marbles that will soon be flicked into battle - are being ground underfoot. A rough surface is essential for effective thumbnail control.See the full content of this document
Extract
Into the Fray with Captain Marble
The main ring - a circle of concrete raised above the lawn and covered with a smooth layer of sand - is ready for the opening match. The 'target marbles' are set out in groups of nine, ready for the bombardme...
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