Sometimes Crown Green Bowling is seen as a sport for retired or elderly people. Heversham Bowling Club welcomes people of all ages and ability.
Proof that Crown Green Bowls is not just for ‘mature’ people. Sebastian Mordue, son of the 2018 BCGBA Senior Merit Champion, Chris Mordue, has qualified for the finals of the British Parks Junior Merit at just 5 years of age (in 2019).
If you’re new to Crown Green Bowling, or thinking of joining our club, then you may find the information below helpful.
Is Crown Green Bowls a hard game to learn? No. The basic rules are very simple. It is played by all ages, and women compete on equal terms with men.
How can I start to play? We run free ‘come and try’ sessions. Or come and try on your own with the assistance of a club player.
Will I need any special equipment or clothing? Only flat shoes, with no heels, in order to protect the green. Most players like to have their own bowls eventually, but the club has bowls of all weights which new players can use.
Is Crown Green Bowling Competitive? It’s up to you! We aim to strike a balance between competitive and social bowling. There are social bowling sessions most Wednesday and Sunday afternoons during the season. Domestic competitions are held about once a month. There are friendly matches against other clubs. If there are no matches members are free to play throughout the week.
Club Teams. The Club has two teams in the South Westmorland Seniors (over 60s); two teams in the Kendal and District Bowling League; and one team in the South lakeland Rural League.
How much does it cost ££££? Membership for 2022 is £42 for the year. If you wish to play in open competitive events then you must be registered with the British Crown Green Bowling Association (BCGBA) which this year costs £12.00: the £12.00 is a one-off lifetime fee.
During the winter months there is a winter programme of games held in the Clubhouse and indoor bowling is available in the Athenaeum.