Steel hitting steel, a solid sound rings out
A boule lands, a cloud of pebbles rise
Yes, Petanque has come to Market Drayton
And just watch it will soon attract a crowd
Novices gather, confusion is in the air
Do we roll the boule, do we throw the boules?
But good humour and laughter is the answer
And so fat no one has had a swear
Will these intrepid players soon be on the lookout
For baguettes, cheese and a glass, or more, or wine
Yes, we may not have the French sunshine but joy fills our piste
As Petanque in Market Drayton is here to stay, without a doubt.