The NCBA Federation Bowls League fixtures are rapidly coming to a close with the teams in the Area leagues vying for a place in the play-offs.

In Area A Cromer Crabs look to have secured their place and Hickling A are in the driving seat to win Area B. Area C is going down to the last game but Great Plumstead Tigers look to be favourites. South Lynn need three points from their last game to win Area D.

In Area E three teams are still in contention Cawston A, Fakenham Town A and Hingham Rectory. Cawston and Hingham having two games to play against Fakenham's 1so it looks as though it will be between Cawston and Hingham.

Play off dates are as follows: Preliminary round Tuesday, August 9 at Fakenham Town BC between the winners of Area C and Area D. The semi-finals and final will be held on Sunday, August 14 at North Walsham New Road.