Milford Bowling Club is a vibrant and inclusive sports club located in Godalming, New Zealand. The club caters to individuals of all abilities and ages, warmly welcoming both beginners and experienced players. With a strong focus on lawn bowls, Milford Bowling Club offers a range of competitive and social opportunities.
During the summer outdoor season, Friday nights are dedicated to club night, which features a competitive roll-up league. Players have the freedom to choose which weeks they participate in, followed by a delightful fish and chip supper. The outdoor season also includes county and club level games, league matches, and friendly games against other clubs.
In addition to the outdoor season, Milford Bowling Club keeps the spirit of the sport alive during winter from September to April. This season focuses on short mat bowls, with the club providing two short mats for league games, friendlies, and roll-ups. Beginners are encouraged to join and give short mat bowls a try, with the club offering a warm and supportive environment for learning.
Milford Bowling Club is not just about the sport itself. The club fosters a sense of community and camaraderie through various social events. Members can enjoy quiz nights, race nights, and even skittles evenings against other local clubs and organisations.
The club's impressive achievements in the sport are worth noting. The men's team competes in the West Surrey Saturday League, having recently earned promotion to the 1st division for 2023. The ladies' team participates in the West Surrey Ladies League (WSLL) and the Sapphire Cup, also competing in the 1st division. Milford Bowling Club also boasts a successful mixed team in the Three Counties Bowls Fellowship League, finishing third in Division 1 in 2023 and securing victory in the Presidents Cup competition.
Lawn bowls games and friendlies take place on Saturdays, occasionally extending to Sundays and weekday afternoons or evenings when there are no league games scheduled. Members can look forward to an average of 22 home and 22 away friendly games throughout the season.
Milford Bowling Club is proud to be a dog-friendly establishment, welcoming well-behaved dogs to the grounds, although they are not permitted inside the clubhouse.
For those interested in joining or learning more about Milford Bowling Club, they can contact the club directly by calling 01483 424640 or emailing milfordbowlingclub@gmail. Com. Additional information and updates can be found on the club's Facebook page “Milford Bowling Club, Surrey. ” The club's friendly and inclusive atmosphere ensures that everyone feels welcome and valued in this thriving sporting community.