English Indoor Bowling Association

Stamford Indoor Bowls Club will be welcoming visitors on Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 September, with free taster sessions available from 10am to 4pm at Exeter Gardens, Stamford.

People of all ages and abilities are invited to come along, meet the team, and enjoy a friendly introduction to indoor bowls. Coaches will be on hand throughout the weekend, offering guidance and support, with equipment provided to help newcomers give the sport a try.

Visitors can enjoy both social and competitive bowling, and make new connections. The café will be open, and free parking is available on site.

Whether you’re completely new to bowls or simply curious, it’s a great opportunity to see what the sport has to offer and discover a welcoming community at Stamford Indoor Bowls Club.

Egham indoor bowls club are hosting a series of Open Days this September. The club will be welcoming newcomers of any age and any ability to come along and give indoor bowls a try. All you need is some flat soled shoes.

The Open Days on Sunday 13th, Saturday 19th, and Sunday 20th, from 10am to 4pm, the club will be opening its doors at its home on Wesley Drive, Manorcrofts Road, Egham TW20 9LX. There will be free tuition and the chance to step onto the green and experience the sport of bowls for yourself.

You can simply turn up on the day and club members will be on hand throughout to offer guidance, answer questions, and help you get started, and refreshments will be provided too.

For further details from the club is available on 01784 473083.

Do you have what it takes to step onto the green and represent England?

If you have what it takes, or know someone who can, nominations are now open for our 2026/2027 international trials.

This is your chance to showcase your talent, dedication, and passion for our sport at the very highest level.

✅Clubs and counties – put forward your outstanding players
✅Players – step up and test yourself against the best, how do you know if you don't try?
✅Supporters – encourage someone you know to take this opportunity!

📆Deadline for Mixed Under 18 nominations: 28 September
📆Under 25s and Men & Women Internationals: 21 October
📆Para Internationals: 21 October

Trials for Men & Women Internationals, U25s and Mixed U18 will be held at Northampton & District Indoor Bowls Club.

Para Internationals trials will be held at Erewash Indoor Bowls Club.

▶️How to nominate: http://www.eiba.co.uk/int/fixtures.php

Don't miss your chance to fly the flag for England!

Bristol Indoor Bowls Club are hosting an Open Day this weekend on Sunday 6 September, between 10am and 4pm.

Everyone’s welcome to come along and try indoor bowls for free. You do not need any experience to have a go and all equipment is provided! Friendly coaches are ready to help you get started and a free hot drink awaits every visitor, but you can always visit our licensed bar too.

Find the club at 198 South Liberty Lane, Ashton Vale, Bristol, BS3 2TY.

You can book ahead or just turn up on the day.
To learn more, contact the on 0117 963 3460 or [email protected]

With the start of the new indoor season on the horizon, we will be back with EIBA TV bringing you live coverage from Melton & District IBC of the Summer National Finals sponsored by Ambassador Cruise Lines.

Over the weekend of 18th – 20th September, EIBA TV will be showing matches from the Men’s and Women’s Singles, Open Pairs and Open Triples right across the three days.

🎥 Get ahead of the game and subscribe to enjoy all the action from the Summer Finals now, plus you also get access to all our previously streamed matches on demand. Just head to https://eiba.tv/home

The English Indoor Bowling Association is delighted to announce a new partnership with Bullion House, a London based gold and precious metal dealer.

Founded in 2015, Bullion House is a trusted dealer of gold, silver and collectable coins. With over £40 million returned to customers through buyback transactions since 2019, Bullion House is a trusted destination for investors and collectors alike.

The agreement sees Bullion House named as the Official Bullion Partner of the EIBA and sponsor of its National Winter Men’s and Women’s Triples and Fours Competitions. The partnership will also see Bullion House inviting indoor clubs across the country to get in touch and arrange a precious metal buyback event at their club.

Both EIBA and Bullion House are looking forward to a long and successful partnership.

You can find more about our new partnership here:http://www.eiba.co.uk/news/2026/20260828-Bullion-House-Press-release.pdf

Entries are now open for our Para OSC event at Wellingborough on the weekend of the 24th and 25th October.

View the full schedule and information for the upcoming OSC season, and how to enter by clicking here - http://www.eiba.co.uk/osc/osc-info.php

Don’t miss your chance to get involved!

Banister Park Bowling Club is welcoming visitors for their Indoor Bowls Open Days on 12th and 13th September, and everyone is invited to come along and give bowls a try.

Whether you’re completely new to the sport and curious to try it, or looking to return to the sport, it’s a brilliant chance to discover how enjoyable, social and accessible bowls can be with a warm introduction to the game.

The club will be open from 10.30am to 4.00pm on both days, with refreshments available and plenty of opportunities to have a go. There’s no cost, no experience needed, and all ages are welcome – all you need is to just bring a pair of flat‑soled shoes.

Banister Park Bowling Club is located on Stoneham Lane, Eastleigh (next door to Trojans Rugby Club). If you would like further details, the club can be contacted on 023 8064 3406, 07725 361180, or [email protected].

We’re delighted to share that entries for our 2026/27 National Competitions have increased by over 9%, reflecting the continued growth strength of our sport.

This season has seen record numbers in our Novice Singles, Family Pairs, Open Pairs, and Men’s 2 Bowl Singles. We’re also proud to report significant growth in our Under 25s competition, with entries rising by 10% in the Men’s and 18% in the Women’s, which bodes well for the future of indoor bowls.

These increases follow on from record participation in our 2026 Summer Nationals, showing that indoor bowls is thriving all year round and continues to prove itself as a sport for all.

Whether you’re discovering the game for the first time or returning for another competitive season, there’s never been a better moment to get on the green. Thank you to every player, volunteer, coach and club helping us grow the sport we love.

Let’s make 2026/2027 our biggest and best season yet 🔥

Even though the National Winter Competition Draws have only just gone live, it is never too early to think about the end goal – The National Finals at Nottingham IBC in April.

Take a peek at the programme containing 20 days full of top-class bowls action that will round off the 2026/27 season in style.

View the full schedule
http://www.eiba.co.uk/competitions-2027/National-finals-week-timetable-2026-2027.pdf