Harrow Bowls Club · Est. 1902

IWelcome

The oldest bowls club in Harrow, and one of the friendliest.

Tucked into Harrow Recreation Ground, our green has been the home of friendly competition, easy companionship and a great deal of laughter since 1902. Whether you're an experienced player or have never thrown a bowl in your life, you'll find a warm reception and people happy to show you the ropes.

We're keen to welcome new members, both playing and non-playing. Don't worry if you're brand new to the game. Our two qualified coaches provide free coaching to get you started, and beginners often tell us how welcomed they felt from their very first session. If you'd like to learn, get in touch and we'll arrange your free coaching.

1902 – 2027

Celebrating 125 years

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In 2027 the Harrow Bowls Club marks its 125th anniversary, 125 years of bowls, friendship and community on Harrow Recreation Ground.

Our History → The Documentary →

IIWhat's On

Bowls, banter, and a very well-priced bar.

There's something happening at the Club most days of the week, from gentle roll-ups to the full club fixture list. Members come for the bowls and stay for the company, and there's plenty of room for both.

Five Times a Week

Friendly Roll-Ups

Casual, friendly play sessions for members throughout the week. Turn up, find a game, enjoy the green, all members welcome.

Friday Evenings

Club Night

Our liveliest evening of the week, good catering, a very well-priced bar, and the easy company that's kept members coming back for decades.

Throughout the Season

Club Competitions

Singles, pairs, fours and more. Friendly competition for every level, from first-season novices to county champions.

A Full Calendar

Club Fixtures

A busy fixture list of friendly and league matches against neighbouring clubs throughout the season. See the full calendar →

IIINew to Bowls?

Free coaching first, then a warm welcome to the club.

Harrow Bowls Club is a members' club, but new bowlers are always welcome to come and learn with us. If you've ever wondered whether bowls might be for you, the best way to find out is a short, free coaching course of three sessions with our qualified coaches. There's no cost and no obligation, and if you enjoy it, as most people do, we'd be delighted to invite you to join.

Absolute beginners welcome.

No experience is necessary. All equipment is provided. Just bring flat-soled shoes (trainers will do) to wear on the green.

Our two qualified, friendly coaches, Jeanette and Liz, will guide you through your first three sessions, completely free. Husbands, wives and partners of playing members are also warmly welcome to join as Social Members.

Three free coaching sessions
No experience required
All equipment supplied
Just bring flat shoes or trainers
No obligation to join

Arrange Free Coaching →

Monday

August 2026

Save the date · Bank Holiday Monday

Club Gala Day

Members and their families and friends are invited to join us for a fun day out on the green: games, have-a-go bowls, refreshments and good company, all to raise funds for the club we love. All ages welcome. Bowls provided, just bring flat-soled shoes if you fancy a roll.

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IVOur Story

Founded in 1902, still rolling.

Founded by Thomas Dell, a retired jeweller and watchmaker from Harrow on the Hill, the Club was originally Harrow Bowls and Croquet Club. The croquet section was wound up in 1912 as bowls took over completely, and we've been one of the founding clubs of the MCBA ever since.

1902

Club founded by Thomas Dell

1911

One of 14 founding MCBA clubs

1922

New Cumberland turf green

1925

Tom Potts elected MCBA President

2008

Double Fours county champions

2027

125th Anniversary year

Tom Potts, a young Cheshire bowler who joined in 1915, remains the greatest bowler in the Club's history. Seven-time singles champion, England international from 1922 to 1927, and MCBA President in 1925, he was due to be made President of the EBA in 1929 when he died at the age of 50, just before his inauguration.

Read the full history →

VFind Us

Harrow Recreation Ground, HA1 1RR.

The Club

Harrow Recreation Ground
Roxborough Road
Harrow HA1 1RR

The Green sits inside Harrow Recreation Ground, accessible from Roxborough Road. Walk past the playground. The Green is straight ahead.

Parking & Directions

From Harrow View, turn into Buckingham Road (opposite Radnor Road), then left into Salisbury Road. At the end go left and immediately right into Roxborough Road (HA1 1PB). The car park entrance is along on the right.

Otherwise, park in Beresford, Althorpe, Chandos or Grafton Roads. If parking on the road, enter the park opposite Chandos Road, turn right at the end of the path and walk about 200 yards. The Bowling Green is in front, slightly to the left.

See the Map & Full Directions →

VIGet In Touch

We'd love to hear from you.

Whether you'd like to arrange your free coaching, know more about membership, or come along to our Gala Day. Here's how to reach us. New to bowls? Our coaches will get you started, free of charge.

Secretary

Mary Warner

020 8427 0638
marywarner100@gmail.com

Coach · Free Coaching

Jeanette

07870 192554

Coach · Free Coaching

Liz

07790 464354

Clubhouse

Direct Line

020 8863 6600

Social

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