The history of the Club
The Bowls Club was formed in 1921 as part of the Courtaulds factory's sports club and is located in the Courtaulds Sport Ground off the Colchester road. The recently extended Clubhouse is owned by the Club and the bowls green is rented from the Town Council who maintain it.
The Club is affiliated to Bowls England, Essex County Bowls Associations, North West Essex Bowls Association, North Essex County Bowls Federation and North West Essex Ladies Triples League.
Most of the Club's matches and leagues are 'Open' (i.e. open to male and female players) but Club competitions do have some segregated elements and there is a ladies only league.
Outside of the lawn bowls season the Club provides opportunities to play Carpet Bowls and to attend Social events.
Beginners bowls coaching
Our expert instructors provide top-notch coaching for beginners looking to learn the ropes of lawn bowls. Join our friendly sessions to build confidence, improve your skills, and enjoy the sport alongside fellow enthusiasts. During the outdoor bowling season, coaching sessions take place every Monday (excluding bank holidays) from 5:30pm.
Social bowls during the outdoor season
Join us for social bowls where you can enjoy a friendly game of lawn bowls with like-minded individuals. Whether you are a seasoned player or just starting out, these sessions are a fantastic way to socialise, unwind, and have a good time while honing your bowling skills.
Club members can enjoy regular social bowling every Monday (normally from 5:30pm, with earlier starts on Bank Holidays) and on Friday afternoons from 2:00pm. In addition, we play friendly matches against other local clubs most weeks throughout the outdoor season.