Geelong Bowls Club
ProHighlights
- Two grass greens with 12 rinks between them, plus an eight-rink synthetic green that keeps play going through the colder months.
- Club bowls are lent free of charge for casual barefoot games, so a group can turn up without any gear of its own.
- A clubhouse with a licensed bar, a commercial kitchen and a parquetry dance floor, seating more than 100 guests.
About Geelong Bowls Club
Geelong Bowls Club is a community club in Belmont with more than 140 members and a team of volunteers behind it. Alongside its pennant teams, it opens its greens to social and barefoot players, so a group of workmates or friends can roll a few ends without joining. The club lends out modern Henselite and Drake's Pride bowls for casual barefoot games at no charge. There are three greens to play on. Two grass greens hold 12 rinks between them, and a synthetic green adds eight more, which lets the club run games all year, including a winter program. Volunteer coaches hold free sessions on Saturday mornings and Monday mornings in pennant season, and at other times by arrangement, which suits beginners who want a few tips before a game. The clubhouse overlooks the greens and comes with a licensed bar, a commercial kitchen, a function room and a parquetry dance floor, with seating for more than 100 guests. The greens and the clubhouse can both be hired, so a corporate group can combine bowls with a meal and drinks afterwards. Bookings for the greens and the function room are arranged directly with the club.
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Frequently asked questions
Do we need to be club members to play?
No. The club runs social and barefoot bowls for visitors as well as its members, and the greens can be hired by groups who simply want a casual game together.
Do we have to bring our own bowls?
No gear is needed. The club lends its modern Henselite and Drake's Pride bowls free of charge for casual barefoot bowling, so groups can arrive empty-handed.
Can beginners get some help with the game?
Yes. Volunteer coaches run free sessions from 9:30 to 10:30 on Saturdays and from 10 to 11 on Mondays during pennant season, and other times can be arranged by appointment.
Can we hire the clubhouse for a function after bowls?
Yes. The clubhouse can be hired with or without the greens. It has a function room, a licensed bar, a commercial kitchen and a parquetry dance floor, and seats more than 100 guests.
Can we play outside the summer season?
Yes. Besides the two grass greens, the club has an eight-rink synthetic green, so bowls is played all year and the club runs a dedicated winter program.
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Garry Bailey
12 months ago
Fast pub style meals Come after 6 to avoid pensioners rush
Cameron Whyte
3 years ago
I have been coming here for a long time each spring and autumn for barefoot bowls. The members who help run this competition are the best. A small cost of $10 each week is money well spent.
Nick Oakes
6 years ago
Clubrooms that are fantastic clean and functional for any party or event, the party we had was BRILLIANT!! The Greens are second to none with a variety of quality surfaces - the top green is from the MCC and the dining/…
Mandee Oakes
8 years ago
Great family friendly environment, the barefoot bowl nights are just great, cheap drinks and allot of fun. just really nice people.
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