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Bowling 
 

We welcome new members from beginners to experienced players.  If you are interested in joining please visit our Membership information page (under tab Home) for all the current Bowling membership information and you can use the CONTACT US  tab at the bottom of that page and information can be emailed to you. 

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The bowling section of the club boasts a brand new state of the art grass bowling green, built to US PGA tour specifications. We also have excellent changing facilities, a well-appointed bar, and a large hall used for indoor bowling and social events. Members are welcome to book the hall for all kinds of social functions.

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We have a proud history of achievement in national leagues, international competitions and have had several members hold the rank of world champion. We are also renowned for the social and welcoming nature of our members.

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Bowls is an ideal game for those who love playing team sports and want to get back into a team environment. We would be delighted to show you around and organise for you to try bowls at first hand. ​If you are interested in receiving an Application form or details regarding Membership please email: contact@blackrockbtc.ie. 

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We welcome bowlers of all ages and standards – don’t worry if you are a complete beginner, there will always be a friendly face in Blackrock to help you to get up and running! We have coaching/mentoring available for beginners and our teams cater for bowlers of all levels.

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Our Green and Surrounds

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Our green in Blackrock is the envy of many clubs. In 2015 the clay based green was replaced by a sand-based green, to USPGA standards. Sand, to a depth of 2 feet, was introduced and two grass types, Bentgrass and Poa Annua, were applied.

 

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Team Bowling

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Leagues: Blackrock Bowling club is affiliated to the I.L.B. (Irish Lawn Bowls 'www.irishlawnbowls.ie')

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  • Premier & Division 1 teams play on Saturdays and Division 1 also on Wednesdays. ​

  • Divisions 2 & 3 participate on Monday evenings & Thursday afternoons.​

  • In addition, there are Vets leagues on Thursdays & a development team on Saturday afternoons. 

  • The season starts at the end of April and runs right through to early September.

Child Welfare

In accordance with legislation and Sport Ireland rules, the ILB has approved the appointment of one person in the Bowling Section to carry out the duties of:

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A. Child Protection Officer.

B. Designated Liaison Person

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In broad terms the Child Protection Officer will be available to all underage players (under 18) as the person to confide in any actual or alleged; Bullying; Verbal or physical abuse; Neglect; including unfair exclusion from participation in coaching, training or selection.

 

Inappropriate behaviour including sexual, racist or social media shaming. ANY ADULT OR UNDERAGE PLAYER CAN REPORT ACTUAL OR ALLEGED ABUSE to the Child Protection Officer without undue delay. The Designated Liaison Person is the contact member in the Club who liaises with Gardai, Tusla or BLI.

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​The current bowling section Child Protection Officer is John Nolan 086 336 4921

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Club Competitions

Alongside the leagues and the LBLI competitions, the club run a number of internal competitions. These cover singles, pairs, trips and rinks for Senior and Junior bowlers at all levels. They commence in May and the finals take place over a weekend in September. 

Winter League

Is played from late September through to February.  This is played on artificial greens & Shankill have facilitated Blackrock over the years, as a home ground. The Winter league is a mixed event & provides an opportunity for all levels to play together & gain experience.

Social / Mixed Bowling

Social Mixed bowling (R&R) is played on Tuesday mornings & Friday mornings (10.30–12noon) either indoor or outdoor depending on the Season. A further roll up is available on Sunday mornings. Any new member is welcome to join us & roll up. There’s a  vast amount of bowling experience within the group. Each one eager to encourage a new member. Then after our game, we relax with a cup of tea/coffee and a chat to catch up on local events & latest club news.

Executive Committee 2025/26                   

Chairperson:             Peter Byers

Hon.Secretary:          Andrew Murphy

Hon.Treasurer:          Paul Maguire

Club Captain:           John O'Sullivan

Vice Captain:            Louise Noble

Competition Sec:     Adam Kells 

Development offic:  Stephen Flynn

Social Secretary:       Denise McCormack

Greens Convenor:     Brian Kelly

                                                            Updated Nov'25

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