President’s Welcome
I am delighted to welcome you to Horley Bowling Club. We have been providing the opportunity to bowl in Horley and the surrounding areas for well over 100 years.
Bowling
The club offers year-round activities, with lawn bowling in the summer and indoor (short mat) facilities in the winter. Both formats offer opportunities to play league matches, internal competitions, and friendly fixtures, as well as social bowling amongst members.
Social
The club has a very enthusiastic social team who organize well-supported events throughout the year. We also offer social membership. So, if you feel like just sitting down and watching a game of bowls, you are very welcome to do so.
Play Bowls
If you would like to know more about the game of bowls in general, and Horley Bowling Club in particular, you will surely find something on our website to stir your interest. Contact us anytime, and we will provide you with the opportunity to try the game. Our qualified coaches will be on hand to support and guide you.
Whether you are young or old, an experienced bowler or a complete beginner, you will receive a warm and friendly welcome at Horley Bowling Club.
Steve Aylin-White, Club President
More about us
We are delighted you are taking the time to find out more about our friendly Bowling Club, which is situated in the centre of Horley in the recreation ground on the A23 – please click here for for map and directions.
History – Founded in 1913 we have a proud history of providing an excellent sporting facility for the town. Find out more on our History page.
Emphasis on enjoyment – We are a fun, friendly club where new members, both experienced & beginners are always welcome. You can bowl competitively in our organised leagues & county matches or just for fun & exercise in our many ‘roll ups’ & in-house tournaments Just go at the pace you feel comfortable with.
Coaching – To help get you started on your bowling journey we have qualified coaches who will provide free instruction at private ‘taster’ sessions, where we provide all the equipment. All you need do is wear flat soled shoes – to protect our green.
Up to three sessions can be provided giving plenty of time to decide if the sport is for you. Families are particularly welcome as bowling is truly a sport for everyone and we aim to be as inclusive as possible.
New members – We have different levels of membership. We offer 50% reduction on full membership fees for your first year. Please click here for membership details.
Winter Indoor Bowling (Short Mat) – Bowling is available throughout the year as we have a thriving Short Mat section which bowls in the club house during the winter. We run teams in the West Sussex leagues as well and internal leagues and competitions. We also hold plenty of relaxed, sociable sessions – Roll-ups.
Pop in and See Us – You are welcome to pop in to watch a match in progress and chat with members who will all give you a warm welcome. Look out for information about Open Days, usually during May.
Socialising – There is a licensed bar and active social committee which organises regular social events & outings.
Come & give bowling a go – Learn a new sport, keep fit & make new friends
Smoking – The Club operates a no smoking policy, which requires smokers and vapers to smoke outside of the club confines.
For more information, please contact our Membership Secretary.
Rink times
| Day | Session 1 | Session 2 | Session 3 | Session 4 | ||||
| Start | End | Start | End | Start | End | Start | End | |
| Monday (maint.) | 12:30 | 1:30 (I hr) | 14:00 | 17:00 (3 hrs) | 17:30 | 20:30 (3 hrs) | ||
| Tuesday | 10:30 | 12:30 (2 hrs) | 13:00 | 14:00 (I hr) | 14:30 | 17:30 (3 hrs) | 18:00 | 21:00 (3 hrs) |
| Wednesday(maint.) | 12:30 | 1:30 (I hr) | 14:00 | 17:00 (3 hrs) | 17:30 | 20:30 (3 hrs) | ||
| Thursday | 10:30 | 12:30 (2 hrs) | 13:00 | 14:00 (I hr) | 14:30 | 17:30 (3 hrs) | 18:00 | 21:00 (3 hrs) |
| Friday (maint.) | 12:30 | 1:30 (I hr) | 14:00 | 17:00 (3 hrs) | 17:30 | 20:30 (3 hrs) | ||
| Saturday | 10:30 | 12:30 (2 hrs) | 13:00 | 14:00 (I hr) | 14:30 | 17:30 (3 hrs) | 18:00 | 21:00 (3 hrs) |
| Sunday | 10:30 | 12:30 (2 hrs) | 13:00 | 14:00 (I hr) | 14:30 | 17:30 (3 hrs) | 18:00 | 21:00 (3 hrs) |
Session directions of play
To even wear on the green, session directions of play are:
Monday to Friday (except Thursdays)
Mornings to 12.30 – Clubhouse to Flag
12.30 – to 17.30 – Park to A23
18.00 – close – Clubhouse to Flag
Thursdays
Mornings to 12.30 – Park to A23
12.30 – to 17.30 – Park to A23
17.30 – close – Clubhouse to Flag
Weekends
Mornings – Clubhouse to Flag
Afternoons – Park to A23