Question 1

Who do I contact to join the Club?

Accepted Answer

Email our secretary on s(secretarylundinbowling@gmail.com)ecretarylundinbowling@gmail.com. (secretarylundinbowling@gmail.com) We have Open Days each year in early May when we welcome visitors and explain how the Club operates and see the facilities.  There is an opportunity to try bowling for a short time and complete the membership form and join.  Notices are posted on the website and a banner is fixed to the fencing notifying the dates of our Open Days.

Question 2

What are the fees?

Accepted Answer

The annual subscription is £120 for 2025.  Fees should be paid before the Opening of the Green if participating and before the end of April.  A reduction of 50% is offered to new members in their first year.  The annual subscription is reviewed at the Annual General Meeting.

Question 3

If I join, do I need to bring my own bowls?

Accepted Answer

No, we have a supply of bowls for new members to borrow. Club bowls of various sizes are stored in a rack in the changing area.  Always return the bowls to the storage rack.  They should not be stored in a locker.

Question 4

Is coaching available?

Accepted Answer

Yes, free coaching is provided by Bowls Scotland approved coaches.  There is no charge for coaching.

Question 5

Is there bowling for new members?

Accepted Answer

Yes, all new members can bowl at any time out with maintenance.  See “When can I play?” below.

Women are welcome on a Tuesday and Thursday afternoon for bowling, a cup of tea and a catch up.

Men are welcome to join them on a Monday, Wednesday and Friday morning.

Friday evening is fun night when all members have a weekly “hat” night (nothing to do with wearing a hat!), or sometimes referred to as “bounce” night, providing a chance to socialize our on the green and in the bar afterwards.  This starts at 6 p.m. and is often followed by entertainment in the clubhouse afterwards.

Question 6

When can I play

Accepted Answer

All new members will be warmly received.  With matches throughout the week, there are many opportunities to play and then join with other members in the Clubhouse afterwards for a well-deserved refreshment and brag about your prowess on the green. This gives you many opportunities to meet new friends.

We have “rink booking” on our website.  This indicates when maintenance or matches are taking place.  There is no need to book a rink.  Only matches and ties have to book a rink.  It is often wise to check the rink bookings before popping down for a game. See details below in the next Q&A.

Question 7

How do I know which rink to play on?

Accepted Answer

Rink rotation is essential to avoid excessive wear to the rinks.  The rotation order for a day’s play is displayed in the Changing Rooms, above the mats.  That order MUST be followed and is to be read from left to right.  If a rink number is not displayed, then that rink is closed and NOT available for play.

Question 8

What do I need to wear?

Accepted Answer

The first priority is appropriate footwear – flat-soled soft shoes preferably with a non-slip sole.  Footwear for the green should not be worn outside the grounds.

For Opening and Closing of the Green, matches and club finales we wear black trousers and a club shirt.  A plain white shirt is fine for new members.  Other times wear comfortable clothing.

Question 9

What is Opening of the Green and Closing of the Green?

Accepted Answer

The Opening of the Green is the first day of play.  The Closing of the Green is the last day of play.

On both the Opening and Closing of the Green all members are invited to play.  The days start with a fun “spider”, then a friendly competition is played.  Names are picked at random.

The Opening and Closing of the Green are followed by food, results of play and a raffle.  Players generally sit at the tables numbered in accordance with the rink they have played on.

Question 10

What is a “spider”?

Accepted Answer

The jack is placed in the centre of the bowling green.  All bowlers line up around the outer edges around the green. On a signal each bowler launches one bowl trying to get close to the jack.  Chaos prevails!

Question 11

Is the Club open all year?

Accepted Answer

The Club is open all year.However, bowling on the green is open from end of April to end of September.

Carpet bowls takes place during the winter on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons for women and Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings for men. On Wednesday evenings mixed carpet bowls takes place with the bar open.

Question 12

Is there a bar?

Accepted Answer

The bar is open on a Friday evening and for events.  There is an “honesty box” for members to purchase a drink when the bar is closed.

Question 13

Are there any events?

Accepted Answer

Yes, keep an eye on our website for forthcoming events.

On a Friday evening after “hat night” the bar is open and frequently fun games, quizzes and trivia nights are held.  All members are welcome.

During the summer season we hold a BBQ and plan various evenings for fund raising.

At the end of the season the ladies section have a dinner at a local hotel as well as a Christmas lunch in the Clubhouse.The gents’ section has a Christmas lunch at a local hotel

Question 14

How do I book a Rink?

Accepted Answer

Rinks should only be booked for competitions.

Access the website on www.lundinbowling.club Log-in on the website and provide your name, email address and create a password.  Click on “Booking a Rink”      
            
In all cases (except Club matches etc.), 2 rinks must be available for bounce games.
            
REMEMBER – No rinks can be booked for bounce games.

Question 15

Is there a Facebook page?

Accepted Answer

Lundin Bowling Club has its own Facebook page. Easy to find on your Facebook search or use the link on our website.

This is regularly updated with upcoming events and information on past events.

Question 16

Can I bring a visitor?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a £5 fee is charged for a guest.  The guest book is located at the bar.

Place the money in an envelope located by the money box and pop the money in.

The same guest can only be signed in six time per season.

Question 17

Are there any lockers?

Accepted Answer

Lockers are available.  Club bowls should not be stored in any locker.  There is currently a £10 charge for a locker in the first years, then £5 thereafter annually.

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