Swindon West End Bowls Club, located in Swindon, was established in 1926 by a group of men from the Swindon Rail Works. Originally a men-only club, it has now become a mixed club with both men and women participating. The men's team competes in the Wilts, Swindon and District, and Afternoon Triples Leagues, while the ladies team plays in the Swindon and District evening league.
Membership and seasonal fees can be paid as one-off payments or in instalments. First-time bowlers are offered free membership and a shirt for their first year.
Over the years, the club has evolved from a small hut for its clubhouse to a modern facility. The clubhouse now features amenities such as a Skittle Alley, Dart Board, Bar Billiards Table, and Multi-Speaker Sound System with various inputs including Bluetooth. Additionally, the club offers a well-stocked bar.
Swindon West End Bowls Club also allows the wearing of tailored shorts for bowls matches. The clubhouse is available for hire for skittles, darts, birthday parties, and other private functions or celebrations.
During the summer months, the club participates in mixed friendly bowls matches against other clubs in the region. They play against clubs from Swindon, Wiltshire, Gloucestershire, Monmouthshire, Oxfordshire, Berkshire, Hampshire, as well as touring teams. The club has earned a reputation for being friendly and welcoming to both members and visitors.
In the winter, the club holds a competitive skittles league on Thursday evenings. On Friday and Saturday nights, the club hosts several skittles teams from the Swindon Leagues. Moreover, they organise various social events throughout the year, such as Quiz Nights, Killer Skittles, Play Your Cards Right, Mr & Mrs, Bullseye, Race Nights, and others, ensuring that members can enjoy a range of activities.
For individuals interested in trying out bowls, the club welcomes newcomers and provides coaching and assistance to help them get started. If unsure about joining, individuals can watch a game on a Monday afternoon or any day from Wednesday to Sunday, depending on the fixture, and have a drink at the bar. The club prides itself on its inclusive nature and encourages members from all backgrounds, whether they are bowlers or not.
To find Swindon West End Bowls Club, one can visit their clubhouse located at The Recreation Ground, Wootton Bassett Road, Swindon, Wiltshire SN1 4PH. The club values the privacy of its members and adheres to a Privacy Policy.
Swindon West End Bowls Club is committed to connecting communities and promoting the sport of bowls.
