New to the game of crown green bowls?

Crown green bowling is a popular sport that is played by all ages and genders. All clubs offer the opportunity to bowl socially simply for the pleasure of the game and good company, or to participate in one of many teams competing in local leagues and competitions at varying levels.

The Huddersfield Veterans Bowling Association organises league fixtures and competitions for male bowlers over the age of 60. However, regardless of age all clubs in our association are open to everyone and offer a warm welcome to new members. See the contact details for club representative on this website and they will be able to  help you with more information for joining their club. Alternatively you can contact our League Secretary who will be pleased to help too.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

What equipment do I need and is it expensive?
All clubs can provide members with the equipment they need, which is bowls, a jack and a mat. You must bowl in flat shoes/trainers, heels are not permitted on the green due to the damage caused. At some stage bowlers usually chose to purchase their own equipment. You should budget £110 to £150 all in, although there is a healthy market in used bowls which can halve your expenses.

I understand bowls come in different sizes/weights, what will be right for me?
Everyone is different and a lot depends on hand size, strength and technique. Bowls come in imperial sizes ranging in weight from 2lb 2oz to 2lb 12oz. It is certainly advisable to try several different sizes and weights (available from the club) before parting with your money. The main thing to keep in mind is that it is difficult to bowl consistently with bowls that are too big for your hand, but a bowl is never too small to bowl well with.

How do I learn to play and what are the rules?
Clubs can arrange introductory sessions that will get you under way in less than an hour. The rules of the game are also straight forward, you will find them on our website under ‘Laws of the Game’.

When is the bowling season?
Our bowling season runs from the start of April until the end of September. This is the period when all clubs open their greens for practice, social bowling and league/competition games. A small number of clubs also open their greens during winter for a winter league series.

Where can I play?
All bowling club offer a warm welcome to everyone, beginners and experienced bowlers alike. However, if you are searching for a Huddersfield club local to you see the contact details for club representatives on this website and they will be able to help with more information for joining their club. Alternatively you can contact our General Secretary who will be pleased to help too.