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Welcome to City of Cambridge Bowls Club
We are a friendly and welcoming bowls club based in the heart of Cambridge, playing on the beautiful and historic green at Christ’s Pieces.
Our outdoor season runs from 27th April through to mid-September. We compete in both the Cambridge & District League and the Meldreth & District League.
New bowlers are always welcome. Whether you are completely new to the sport or an experienced player, we offer a supportive environment with a strong social spirit.
City Bowls is more than just a sports club — it is a community. Alongside competitive bowling, we enjoy a lively social calendar and a relaxed, inclusive atmosphere.
Email: citybowls@yahoo.com
Cambridge & District / Meldreth League Fixtures 2026
| Date | Day | Competition | Opponent | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 April | Friendly | Barrington | Away | |
| 27 April | C&D League | Needingworth | Away | |
| 5 May | C&D League | Waterbeach | Away | |
| 6 May | Meldreth League | Melbourn | Home | |
| 11 May | C&D League | Trumpington | Away | |
| 12 May | C&D League | Mitchell Lodge | Away | |
| 19 May | C&D League | Cottenham | Away | |
| 26 May | Meldreth League | Meldreth | Home | |
| 27 May | Gilbert Cup | Girton | Home and away | |
| 1 June | Meldreth League | Coton | Home | |
| 3 June | Meldreth League | Gt Shelford | Home | |
| 6 June | C&D Mens Pairs | Trevor Dean Girton TBC | Away | |
| 8 June | C&D League | Steeple Morden | Away | |
| 11 June | Meldreth League | Foxton | Away | |
| 12 June | C&D Mens Triples | Ken Gifford Barton TBC | Away | |
| 15 June | C&D League | Girton | Home | |
| 19 June | Meldreth League | Coleridge | Away | |
| 22 June | C&D League | A&B | Away | |
| 23 June | C&D League | Needingworth | Home | |
| 24 June | Meldreth League | Royston | Home | |
| 29 June | C&D League | Coleridge | Away | |
| 1 July | Meldreth League | Trumpington | Home | |
| 3 July | Meldreth League | Coleridge | Home | |
| 6 July | C&D League | Newnham | Home | |
| 7 July | C&D League | Waterbeach | Home | |
| 13 July | C&D League | Trumpington | Home | |
| 14 July | Meldreth League | Melbourn | Away | |
| 16 July | Meldreth League | Foxton | Home | |
| 20 July | C&D League | Mitchell Lodge | Home | |
| 22 July | Meldreth League | Gt Shelford | Away | |
| 27 July | C&D League | Coleridge | Home | |
| 28 July | Meldreth League | Duxford | Away | |
| 3 August | C&D League | Newnham | Away | |
| 4 August | Meldreth League | Meldreth | Away | |
| 6 August | Meldreth League | Trumpington | Away | |
| 10 August | C&D League | Steeple Morden | Home | |
| 11 August | Meldreth League | Coton | Away | |
| 12 August | Meldreth League | Royston | Away | |
| 17 August | C&D League | A&B | Home | |
| 18 August | C&D League | Cottenham | Home | |
| 24 August | C&D League | Girton | Away | |
| 26 August | Meldreth League | Duxford | Home |
Calendar
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Match Availability
Please complete your availability for upcoming fixtures and submit.
Selected Team Sheet
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Selected players: 0
| First name | Surname | Selected | Role / Notes |
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Club Shop
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Membership
At the City of Cambridge Bowls Club, you’ll find more than just great bowling — you’ll find a friendly community. We welcome players of all ages and abilities, from complete beginners to seasoned bowlers.
Annual membership fee: £15.00 per season
Match fees: £3.00 per rink per match
New bowlers are especially welcome. Coaching and guidance are available, and all equipment can be provided initially — just bring flat-soled shoes.
Email: citybowls@yahoo.com
New to bowls? You’re very welcome
No experience needed — we’ll show you the basics and lend you the equipment.
- What to bring: flat-soled shoes (trainers are fine), comfortable clothes.
- Equipment: bowls and coaching provided for beginners.
- Where: Christ’s Pieces, Cambridge (CB1 1JW).
- Cost: first session free.
Join / Enquire
Fill this in, then click Send (one-click email).
Prefer email? citybowls@yahoo.com
The Health Benefits of Bowls for All Ages
Bowls is a welcoming, low-impact sport that brings people together while supporting physical, mental, and social wellbeing.
It gently improves balance, coordination, flexibility, and mobility, making it enjoyable and accessible for players of all ages and abilities.
Bowls truly shines as a social sport. It encourages conversation, teamwork, laughter, and connection, helping to build lasting friendships and a strong sense of community.
Because bowls is played at a comfortable pace, it’s ideal for building confidence and keeping active without placing heavy strain on joints. The combination of light walking, controlled movement, and gentle stretching supports overall fitness and can help maintain strength and stability as we get older.
Just as important are the mental benefits: spending time outdoors, learning new skills, and sharing a friendly competitive spirit can boost mood, reduce stress, and improve general wellbeing.
Contact
Address:
City of Cambridge Bowls Club
Christ’s Pieces
Cambridge CB1 1JW
Parking: Information for City Bowlers and Visitors:
Free on-street parking is available after 5:00pm on Victoria Street and Earl Street, both just a short walk from the club.
Club Officials
Club Captain: Ian Greenstock
Chairman: Garry Chapman
Secretary: Roger Pawley
Email: citybowls@yahoo.com
Indoor Bowls Season
Our indoor bowls season runs from late September to mid-April, played at the Chesterton Indoor Bowls club.
Indoor / Winter Season League Table Division 1
| Position | Team | Played | Won | Drawn | Lost | Shots For | Shots Against | Points | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cambs & County | 11 | 18 | 0 | 4 | 409 | 217 | 54 | +192 |
| 2 | Girton | 10 | 15 | 0 | 5 | 357 | 218 | 46 | +139 |
| 3 | CUP | 11 | 14 | 0 | 8 | 358 | 268 | 42 | +90 |
| 4 | Romsey | 10 | 13 | 0 | 7 | 365 | 233 | 42 | +132 |
| 5 | City | 11 | 7 | 0 | 15 | 247 | 380 | 18 | -133 |
| 6 | Histon | 10 | 3 | 0 | 17 | 234 | 379 | 10 | -145 |
| 7 | Alex & Beehive | 9 | 2 | 0 | 16 | 141 | 416 | 4 | -275 |
Social Life at City Bowls Club
Bowling is only part of what we do. City of Cambridge Bowls Club has a friendly and welcoming social scene that brings members together both on and off the green. Whether you’ve just joined or you’ve been playing for years, our social events are a great way to meet people, relax after a match, and feel part of the club.
We keep things informal, inclusive, and good fun — from a quick drink after a home fixture to larger get-togethers through the season. Many members say the social side of the club is one of the best parts of being at City Bowls.
Next Social Event in 2026 — to be announced soon
We’ll post details here as soon as the next event is confirmed. If you have suggestions for venues or ideas for a get-together, please send them to Malcolm.
Venue: Suggestions to Malcolm
Date: TBC
Time: 6:45pm / 7:00pm
Regular Social Events
Alongside league fixtures and friendlies, we run a selection of regular social events throughout the year. These vary depending on the season and member availability, but typically include:
New members are always encouraged to come along — you don’t need to know everyone to enjoy yourself. If you’d like to suggest a social idea or help organise an event, just speak to one of the committee.