On the 13th September 2016, contractors with their heavy machinery arrived to strip the grass from the old green and spent 2 weeks, cultivating, laying 200 tonnes of root zone and levelling.
After a delay caused by bad weather the new grass seed was sown on the 28th September.

Members had a long nervous wait to see how the new seed would germinate, fortunately the autumn and winter was good so the seed germinated quickly and the grass had its first cut in December.

After a good spring that allowed the new green to develop and we are open for bowling again.  We now have to learn how all the rinks play.

Want to learn to bowl?   Then sign up to a BOWLS4FUN session that starts on Saturday 15th July and then the next few Saturday mornings and Thursday evenings.

The club will supply bowls and other equipment and one of our coaches will show you the basics. You only need to wear a flat pair of shoes or trainers.

Bowls is more than just a game and Farnborough Bowling Club organises various social events during the year.

The club house has excellent changing rooms and a bar which is very welcome after a game to quench your thirst, exchange stories, put the world to right or just relax.
More information can be found on the FAQ page.

Members Harrison and Keith doing some cosmetic work to the green surrounds to make it look nice ready for the opening of the new green.

The new green was officially opened on Sunday 23rd April. More information and photos can be found on our photo page

The Bowls Hampshire Northern Area Men’s Calendar is available to view at the link below

County Calendar

Saturday night was race night at Farnborough Bowling Club. A lot of neighing and whipping and a very enjoyable evening.  “Horses” with silly bowling names “raced” in equally silly named races for a grand prize of a packet of Polos.

Thanks to Liz for the photos and to all the members who took part in such a good fun spirit.

Aintree you need to watch out.