Bob Potter, best known as the owner of Lakeside Country Club in Frimley Green has passed away at age 94.
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Potter’s demise was announced ‘with great sadness’ on Friday, April 14 by the World Darts Federation (WDF).
Posting on their website, a spokesperson said:
“Bob was an ardent supporter of darts, with his iconic Lakeside Country Club playing host to the Darts World Championships from 1986 to 2019.
“Lakeside also served as the lead sponsor from 2004 to 2019 and once again in 2022, when he welcomed us back with open arms.
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“We look forward to continuing his legacy at the venue over at least the next three years.
“At this sad time, the thoughts of the WDF family are with Bob’s loved ones and we express our sincere condolences to his family and friends.”
Potter bought what came to be known as Lakeside Country Club in 1972 when it was still called ‘Wharfenden House’. He then went on to double the hall within the area to 1000 seats, initially as a space to host comedians and musicians.
Lakeside Country Club eventually became one of the most iconic venues for world darts and remained just that for over 30 years.
Potter, owner & Managing Director of The Lakeside Group of Companies (Bob Potter Leisure Ltd), built Lakeside Country Club from very humble beginnings and his vision resulted in the growth of the Club.
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