Bowls Scotland

04/06/2026

🎟️ Final chance to secure your spot at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games!

The final ticket drop went live on Tuesday 2nd June, with tickets available across all 10 sports.

With tickets starting from £12 for concessions and £17 for adults, it’s an affordable way for families, friends and sports fans to enjoy world-class competition in Glasgow this summer.

Limited seats remain - don’t miss out!

👉 https://www.glasgow2026.com/tickets

04/06/2026

👏 International Assessment Weekend Attendees Confirmed

Following the conclusion of this year’s Podium Open events, Bowls Scotland is pleased to confirm the players and directors who have progressed to the 2026 International Assessment Weekend.

Taking place at the National Centre for Bowling, Ayr on Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th June, a total of 92 players and directors will be involved across the Men’s, Women’s and Para programmes.

Congratulations to everyone invited to attend, and best of luck for the next stage of the selection process.

View the full list of attendees below!
📲 https://www.bowlsscotland.com/news/international-assessment-weekend-attendees-confirmed

03/06/2026

🏆 2026 European Open – Entries Extended

There's still time to enter the 2026 European Open, with the closing date now extended to Sunday 14 June.

Open to any two players from any club or nation, the competition returns to the National Centre for Bowling, Ayr this July, featuring a round robin format on day one followed by knockout stages on day two.

📅 Saturday 18 & Sunday 19 July 2026
📍 National Centre for Bowling, Ayr
⏳ Closing Date: Sunday 14 June

Don't miss your opportunity to be part of this year's event.

🔗 https://www.bowlsscotland.com/competitions/national/european-open

02/06/2026

𝐕𝐚𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐲 - 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐫
We are seeking an Inclusion Development Officer to lead and support the development of equality, diversity and inclusion across bowls in Scotland. This role focuses on creating a more inclusive sport by supporting clubs to build welcoming environments, remove barriers to participation and reflect the diversity of the communities they serve.

Working closely with clubs, volunteers, Bowls Scotland staff and external partners, you will help embed inclusive practices and deliver targeted initiatives that increase participation from underrepresented groups. You will play a key role in driving cultural change across the sport, ensuring that equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of everything we do.

Full details: https://www.bowlsscotland.com/news/vacancy-inclusion-development-officer

Closing date: Sunday 21st June

Bowls Scotland is proud to be one of the largest participation sports in Scotland, with over 800 clubs and 48,000 members forming the backbone of our game. We are committed to supporting our clubs to thrive while ensuring that bowls is a welcoming, inclusive and accessible sport for people from all....

02/06/2026

🏆𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐁𝐨𝐰𝐥𝐬 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟕🏆
Bowls Scotland is delighted that the World Bowls Championships will be hosted by Bowls England from 20 July to1 August 2027.

Commenting on the announcement of dates for the Championships, Bowls Scotland CEO, Malcolm Dingwall-Smith said,
"With the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow next month and confirmation that the World Bowls Championships will return to the Northern Hemisphere for the first time since 2004, this promises to be a fantastic 12 months for British bowls.

Bowls Scotland and our players are already looking forward to the event. We hope that lots of Scottish supporters will take the opportunity to travel down to Royal Leamington Spa to watch world class bowls and back the team."

🎫For more information and to register for priority ticket access visit https://www.bowlsengland.com/world-bowls-championships-2027/

The countdown is officially on!

The 2027 World Bowls Championship will head to Royal Leamington Spa, England from 20 July - 1 August 2027.

Over 27 nations will compete across Men’s, Women’s and Para events as the sport’s biggest names battle to become World Champions on one of bowls’ most iconic stages.

The Championship returns to the Northern Hemisphere for the first time since 2004 and promises 12 days of world class competition, atmosphere and global celebration of the sport.

Read more here: https://www.worldbowls.com/dates-announced-for-the-2027-world-bowls-championship/

Sign up for priority ticket details here: https://r1.dotdigital-pages.com/p/6UDT-JNP/2027-world-championships

02/06/2026

🙌 𝗩𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗲𝗿𝘀’ 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

This week, Bowls Scotland is proud to say thank you to the incredible volunteers who give their time, energy and passion to support bowls across the country.

From clubs and districts to competitions and national events, volunteers are at the heart of our sport and make a difference at every level.

➡️ Read more: https://www.bowlsscotland.com/news/bowls-scotland-celebrates-volunteers-week-2026

30/05/2026

Check out our very own Beth Riva modelling the official Glasgow 2026 merchandise!

28/05/2026

🤝 𝗙𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗖𝗔𝗟𝗟 | 𝗕𝗢𝗪𝗟𝗦 𝗦𝗖𝗢𝗧𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗡𝗘𝗖𝗧 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

There’s still time to join us for Bowls Scotland Connect 2026, our brand-new business networking event where sport meets business.

Hear from guest speakers Stuart Sloan, Jamie Martin and Fiona McKenzie, build valuable connections, explore new opportunities and discover how businesses can connect with one of Scotland’s strongest community sport networks.

You’ll also have the chance to try lawn bowls for yourself! 🙌

📅 Friday 29th May 2026
⏰ 9:30am – 12:30pm
📍 National Centre for Bowling, Ayr

🎟️ Final spaces remaining. Book your place now:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1989221769862?aff=oddtdtcreator

28/05/2026

🏆 | 𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗩𝗢𝗟𝗨𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗘𝗥 𝗔𝗪𝗔𝗥𝗗 – MICHAEL ROCHE

The latest winner of the Bowls Scotland National Volunteer Awards is Michael Roche from Baillieston Bowling Club.

“Volunteers are the backbone of the bowls community. They keep clubs running, support players at every level, and help maintain the traditions and welcoming environment that make bowls so special.”

A well-known and respected figure across Glasgow and Lanarkshire, Michael has been recognised for his outstanding long service to Baillieston BC, having contributed as a player, coach, committee member, former Club Secretary and now Honorary Secretary.

From coaching junior members and supporting players, to playing a key role in the club’s centenary celebrations, Michael’s dedication has helped strengthen Baillieston BC both on and off the green.

Read Michael’s full profile here:
https://www.bowlsscotland.com/news/national-volunteer-award-profile-michael-roche

28/05/2026

🏆 2026 Bowls Scotland Ladies National Top 10 – Final Call for Entries

There’s still time to get involved in this year’s Ladies National Top 10, with the closing date now extended until this Sunday (31 May).

Teams can be made up of players from any Bowls Scotland clubs, giving you the chance to bring together your strongest lineup and compete for national honours this summer.

⏳ Entries now close this Sunday – 31 May
📍 Qualifying begins Sunday 21 June

Get your team together and enter now before the deadline.

🔗 https://www.bowlsscotland.com/competitions/national/ladies-national-top-ten