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Thinking of joining a bowls club in Leicester?

A welcoming mixed club in Evington Park, Leicester.

The club's dark green wooden clubhouse at Evington Park, with a sign reading Public Bowling Green, home of Evington Park Bowls Club.
Clubhouse entrance opposite public footpath

What the club offers

Members can take part in as much or as little as they like — from relaxed roll-ups and coaching to competitive league fixtures.

Coaching for beginnersMonday evenings, Tuesday mornings & Wednesday afternoons
Four registered coaches help new players learn the game and build confidence.
Friendly matchesThursday & Saturday afternoons
Relaxed matches against other clubs each week. Members take part as often as they wish.
League matchesTuesday evenings
On Tuesday evenings the club enters two different triples leagues: the South Leicestershire Triples League and the North East Leicester Triples League.
Internal competitions
A range of club competitions through the season, including women’s, men’s and mixed matches.
Friendly roll-upsMonday evenings
An informal way to play, meet other members and get used to the green.

Come and try bowls

Come along to a Monday evening session, meet the club and give bowls a try.

Whether you are thinking of joining or simply curious about the sport, you will be welcome. Coaching and loan bowls are available.

Every Monday, bowls season

5.30 pm – 7 pm

The club’s open beginner session — come and try bowls.

  • What to wear

    Comfortable clothing and flat-soled shoes.

  • Experience

    None at all — the session suits complete beginners.

  • Coaching

    Available from the club’s registered coaches.

  • Bowls

    The club can lend you a set for the session.

What to wear

Here’s what to wear for introductory sessions, regular matches and play in different conditions.

Introductory sessions

No specialist bowls clothing is needed. Wear comfortable clothing and flat-soled shoes.

Greys

Most matches

Flat-soled shoes, grey trousers or a grey skirt, and a club shirt.

Club shirt: price on application, about £27

Bowls is played in a range of weather conditions, so waterproof clothing and a warm fleece can be useful.

Bowls and equipment

You will eventually want your own set of bowls, but there is no hurry — the club lends you a set while you find the right size, weight and bias for your game.

  1. Borrow to begin

    The club lends you a set of bowls while you are getting started.

  2. Ask a coach

    Our coaches advise on the right size, weight and bias before you buy.

  3. Choose your own

    Second-hand bowls are widely available and can cost around £40, making them an affordable way to get started.

Speak to one of our coaches

Our coaches will gladly answer any questions about starting bowls, attending an introductory session or joining the club.

Prospective female members who would prefer to speak with a female coach are welcome to contact Min Ingram.

Ready to give bowls a try?

Get in touch to ask about membership, coaching or a Monday evening session.