Empowering Clubs & Growing the Sport:
Roadshows 2025

Are you ready to grow your bowls club and strengthen your community connections?

In 2025, the Bowls Development Alliance together with Bowls England, the English Indoor Bowling Association, the British Crown Green Bowling Association and English Short Mat Bowling Association are taking to the road with a series of Roadshows designed to help clubs and counties flourish.

Why Attend? These events are packed with expert insights, practical tips, and tailored support to help your club thrive. They are free to attend but are limited to two officials per club.

Topics Covered:

  • Benefits of Affiliation
    Discover how affiliating with your National Governing Body can drive your club’s growth and sustainability.
  • BDA Programmes and Products
    • Club and Community Programme: Unlock opportunities through ongoing applications.
    • Bowl for Health: Promote well-being through bowls.
    • Weeks of Learning: Access training and resources.
    • Club Health Checker: Evaluate and improve your club’s performance.
    • Youth Sport Trust – School Games: Engage the next generation of players.
  • Interactive Experience
    Try out new game formats like Bowls Bash and Premier 3s.
  • The County Development Programme
    Learn about tailored initiatives and resources designed to support your club’s development.
  • National Governing Body Initiatives
    • Bowls’ Big Weekend: Boost membership with this showcase event.
    • Bowls Bash: Try an exciting, fast-paced format of bowls.
    • Play Bowls: Support new player engagement.
    • Premier 3s: Energise members with innovative gameplay.
  • Safeguarding and Governance
    Ensure your club is safe, inclusive, and compliant.
  • Q&A Session
    Get answers to your pressing questions from experts.

Join us for practical insights, fresh ideas,and an engaging experience!

Dates, Locations and Registration:

Booking now closed.

  • Wednesday 26th February – County Arts IBC (Norfolk)
  • Thursday 27th February – Swale (Kent)
  • Tuesday 4th March – Bodmin IBC (Cornwall)
  • Thursday 6th March – Malvern Hills IBC (Worcestershire)
  • Tuesday 11th March – New Earswick IBC (York)

🕚 Each session runs from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm and includes light refreshments.

Register Now!

Spaces are limited, so don’t delay – places will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

Be part of the bowls revolution 2025!

Take the next step towards growing your club and making a lasting impact in your community. 

Register today and ensure your club doesn’t miss out!