Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Welcome to Bournemouth Park Bowling Club
Bournemouth Park Bowling Club (BPBC) was established in 1907 by Mr G Larman as an exclusive club for business gentlemen. Since November 2021, we have evolved into a mixed club welcoming both male and female members. Our club offers a range of playing and social memberships, with opportunities to participate in annual competitions, one-day events, and local league fixtures. We host regular social activities including short mat, snooker, and darts from October to April. Our facilities include a kitchen and dedicated rinks for competitive and recreational play.With a rich history spanning over a century, we pride ourselves on fostering community engagement through bowls and related activities. Our team of experienced volunteers maintains our traditions while embracing modern inclusivity. We participate in regional associations including the Southend & District Bowling Association and Essex County Bowling Association. Our annual calendar features prestigious events like the Cutler Shield and Centenary Cup. We actively encourage new members, particularly ladies interested in bowls, to join our welcoming community.
Services
Annual Competitions
Friendly Fixtures
Social Events
One-Day Competitions
Membership Programs
Details
- Year established: 1907
Highlights and features
- We offer over 115 years of established bowling tradition in Southend-on-Sea
- Our mixed membership policy welcomes both male and female bowlers since 2021
- We host prestigious annual competitions including the Cutler Shield and Centenary Cup
- Our facilities support participation in regional leagues across multiple associations
- We provide social activities including short mat, snooker, and darts from October to April
Services
Annual Competitions
Our annual competitions feature multiple categories including singles, pairs, and veterans events. These structured tournaments follow traditional bowls formats with specific rules for each division. Participants compete across different age groups and skill levels throughout the season.
Friendly Fixtures
Regular friendly matches against local and regional clubs maintain competitive engagement. These fixtures include day trips to non-local clubs and home matches at our dedicated rinks. Schedules are published quarterly for member planning.
Social Events
Seasonal social programmes run from October to April featuring short mat, snooker, and darts. Special events include the annual President's Evening and themed gatherings that complement our bowls activities.
One-Day Competitions
Specialist one-day tournaments like the Handicap Pairs and Australian Pairs offer varied competitive formats. These events accommodate different team sizes and handicap structures for inclusive participation.
Membership Programs
We offer playing and social membership options with annual subscriptions. Playing members gain access to all competitive events while social members participate in non-playing activities and club governance.
Questions
When was Bournemouth Park Bowling Club established?
Our club was founded in 1907 by Mr G Larman as an exclusive gentlemen's club.
What types of membership do you offer?
We provide playing memberships for competitive bowlers and social memberships for non-playing participants.
What competitions are available?
We host annual championships, one-day tournaments, and participate in regional leagues across multiple associations.
Do you have social activities?
Yes, we organise seasonal social events from October to April including short mat and darts.
