East Maitland Bowling Club
ProHighlights
- Free barefoot bowls on the social green at The Social, the club's outdoor bar and dining area
- Two couch grass greens and a covered synthetic green, with coaching for beginners by appointment
- Scarborough Function Centre upstairs seats up to 160 for birthdays, weddings and work events
About East Maitland Bowling Club
East Maitland Bowling Club, part of the Easts group, has hosted bowls on its Banks Street site since 1913. The club keeps two couch grass greens and a covered synthetic green, and it caters for everyone from pennant players with the East Maitland Griffins to people picking up a bowl for the first time. Coaching for individuals or small groups can be booked by appointment, and the greens open from 10am six days a week, closing on Mondays for maintenance. For a casual group, barefoot bowls on the social green costs nothing: ask at the main bar or the cashier desk whether a rink is free when you arrive, as casual play can't be booked ahead. The green sits within The Social, an outdoor area serving drinks and meals, with a kids zone of interactive screens close by. Larger groups who want bowls as part of a function can contact the events team; a playing fee applies to event bookings, and catering can be arranged. Upstairs, the Scarborough Function Centre suits birthdays, engagement parties, weddings and conferences, seating up to 160 for a meal or 180 theatre style. It has a pre-function lounge, a balcony looking over Les Darcy Park, a portable dance floor, audio-visual gear and its own bar, and menus can be tailored to the group. Downstairs, the club runs three eateries, Griffins Cafe, Wildflame BBQ and the Bunga Raya Asian restaurant, along with free live music on Friday and Saturday nights and a courtesy bus for trips within 5 kilometres.
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Frequently asked questions
Is barefoot bowls free?
Yes, casual barefoot bowls on the social green is free. Ask at the main bar or the cashier desk whether a rink is free, as casual play can't be booked in advance.
Can we book bowls for a large group or party?
Yes. Groups wanting bowls as part of a function should email the events team, who can also arrange catering. Event bookings attract a fee to play, which is quoted on enquiry.
Is there somewhere to eat at the club?
The club has three dining options, Griffins Cafe, Wildflame BBQ and the Bunga Raya Asian restaurant, and The Social outdoor area serves drinks and meals right beside the social green.
How many guests can the function centre hold?
The Scarborough Function Centre seats up to 160 guests for a meal or 180 theatre style, with a private bar, dance floor, audio-visual equipment and a balcony over Les Darcy Park.
Can beginners get bowls lessons?
Individual or small group coaching with the club's experienced coaches can be arranged by appointment through the bowls office, which suits first-timers and players wanting to improve.
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carol fogarty
a month ago
Met friends for lunch at the Griffin Bar Cafe , 2 of us had lunch special burger and chips, best burger we had brought out in a long time, 1 had the battered fish chips and salad special $12 each, and 1 had barramundi an…
John Miller
3 months ago
Tried to order from the BBQ restaurant but was ignored so went to the Asian section next door and received prompt service and the food came out very quickly. However it was a very ordinary Laksa and recommend the various…
Luke Bartley
6 months ago
Always enjoyable. Friendly staff. Great new outdoor area. Play area for the kids. Fair few meals choices, though the meals from the bistro can be a bit mediocre at times. Chinese seems to have improved a little. Reasonab…
Nathan Mordue (Nate)
8 months ago
Griffins cafe - a slice of cake will set you back $10 but is a very generous serving. The Mars bar cheesecake and Banoffee pie were delicious and tasted home made. Thick shakes were well presented and very nice although…
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