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Kingsway

Gloucestershire Shine in Dawlish Thriller

15 February 2026 by Monica Carter

Sixteen players from Gloucestershire enjoyed another splendid week of bowls at the Langstone Cliff Hotel in Dawlish Warren, South Devon, competing across all disciplines — Singles, Pairs, Triples and the … Read more

Categories Defford, Kingsway, Ripple, Tournaments

County Mixed Fours

1 February 2026 by mySMBC

The final discipline in this year’s County Competitions was the Mixed Fours. The event was supported by nine teams, each comprising two gents and two ladies. And what a competition … Read more

Categories County/Nationals, Defford, Forest of Dean, Kingsway, Ripple

County Pairs

15 December 202513 December 2025 by mySMBC

The County Pairs competition was held at the Kingsway Centre and attracted 19 teams. The tournament organiser issued a plea beforehand: if you put your name on the waiting list, … Read more

Categories County/Nationals, Defford, Kingsway, Sharpness

Our Singles Champions

30 November 202530 November 2025 by mySMBC

Champion: Derek Wilson Runner-Up: Delvin Porter Derek Wilson, a former champion from five years ago, has made a remarkable return to the top, emerging as the Gloucestershire 2025 Singles Champion … Read more

Categories County/Nationals, Kingsway, Yorkley

Over 55s Pairs Competition

18 October 2025 by mySMBC

The Over 55s Pairs Competition was held at Kingsway today — thanks to Chris Evans for his spellbinding organisation, and to everyone for your enthusiastic participation. A perfect 16 teams … Read more

Categories County/Nationals, Kingsway, Longhope, Tewkesbury

Summer League: Results 2025

6 October 20255 October 2025 by mySMBC

After the Finals Evening at Ripple … League Champions: Defford (Diamonds) Runners Up: Yorkley (Falcons) Third: Kingsway (Swans) Fourth: Yorkley (Kestrels) Division A Division B

Categories Defford, Kingsway, Results, Ripple, Summer, Yorkley

Summer League Final Goes Down to the Last Bowl

2 October 2025 by mySMBC

The village hall at Ripple was packed to the rafters for the Summer League Final, and the teams certainly didn’t disappoint. It all came down to the very last bowl … Read more

Categories Defford, Kingsway, Ripple, Summer, Yorkley

Marvellous Days of Bowling at the County Championships

19 January 2025 by mySMBC

The final competition of the county championships, the fours, was a tremendous success, with all teams showcasing competitive spirit and enthusiasm. The event was a testament of the skill and … Read more

Categories County/Nationals, Defford, Kingsway

County Pairs Champions

30 November 2024 by mySMBC

We are thrilled to announce your new County Champions, Rose and Derek Wilson! A huge congratulations to them on their well-deserved victory. The recent Pairs Bowls competition saw an impressive … Read more

Categories County/Nationals, Kingsway

Over 55 Pairs Championship

23 November 2024 by mySMBC

Welcome your Over 55 Pairs champions, Pam Belton and Tony Smith from Kingsway The Over 55 Pairs Championship kicked off with 17 teams competing in a thrilling 4-group, 5-mat round-robin … Read more

Categories County/Nationals, Kingsway
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12 April 2026

Spring Short Mat Festival

We lay up to 16 mats on our indoor arena which gives an excellent playing surface. There is lots of opportunity to bowl both as part of the triples competition ... Read more

£408
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TLH Leisure Resort, Belgrave Road, Torquay TQ2 5HS
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01 May 2026

ESMBA Top Club

The TLH Leisure Resort in Torquay support and host the Annual TLH Top Club Championship, between the leading clubs in England. with Clubs competing with one another in the 4 ... Read more

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TLH Leisure Resort, Belgrave Road, Torquay TQ2 5HS
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10 May 2026

3 Bowl Charity Open Pairs

3 Bowl Charity Open Pairs Sunday 10th May 2026 £17 per pair entry fee payable to Oxford and District IBC E mail : osmba.treasurer@gmail.com £250 prize money The charity is ... Read more

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Oxford & District IBC, Sandy Ln W, Littlemore, Oxford OX4 6NA
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16 May 2026

Wiltshire Open Fours Tournament

Hi All Wiltshire SMBC are again holding an Open Fours Tournament this year on Sat 16th May and in addition a new Australian Pairs Competition on Sunday 17th May. We would ... Read more

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North Wilts Bowls Club, Westcroft, Chippenham SN14 0LZ
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17 May 2026

Wiltshire Australian Pairs

Hi All Wiltshire SMBC are again holding an Open Fours Tournament this year on Sat 16th May and in addition a new Australian Pairs Competition on Sunday 17th May. We would ... Read more

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North Wilts Bowls Club, Westcroft, Chippenham SN14 0LZ
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18 May 2026

TLH Short Mat Australian Pairs

Join us on this exciting midweek short mat bowls break. Our Australian Pairs is the main event with silverware and cash prizes for the winners! This break includes: Arrive on ... Read more

£297
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TLH Leisure Resort, Belgrave Road, Torquay TQ2 5HS
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28 August 2026

World Cup

World Cup qualification is determined by a player’s position in the Order of Merit after the completion of the six world ranking events in the season. Players can accumulate ranking ... Read more

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Falcon Bowling and Social Club, Channels Dr, Broomfield, Chelmsford CM3 3FB
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