Richmond Union Bowling Club
ProHighlights
- Fourteen natural grass rinks under floodlights, with friendly bowling hosts on hand to get first-timers rolling
- Function room seating up to 150, with a projector, cordless microphones and a sound system
- In-house catering from finger food and platters to BBQ packages, plus a full bar beside the greens
About Richmond Union Bowling Club
Richmond Union Bowling Club has been rolling bowls in Richmond since 1868, and today its greens work as much as a social venue as a sporting one. The club sits on Gleadell Street behind the Richmond Town Hall, with 14 natural grass rinks lit by floodlights, undercover barbecue areas, outdoor seating, a full-service bar and a bistro turning out pub classics. Five big-screen TVs are spread through the clubhouse. Barefoot social bowls is the easy way in. Groups of up to 20 can book a two-hour session online, and the club's hosts are on the green to teach the basics, so nobody needs to have played before. Bowl barefoot or in flat-soled shoes. Sessions run in set slots from late morning, with an extra evening slot from 7pm during daylight saving, and payment is taken on the day for the number of people who actually turn up. For birthdays, Christmas parties, work events and fundraisers, larger groups and anyone wanting food go through the function enquiry form. You can hire rinks on their own (up to ten bowlers per rink), the indoor function room on its own, or both together. The room seats up to 150 and has an AV setup with a projector and cordless microphones. Catering is in-house only – finger food, antipasto, fruit or sweets platters, or a standard or premium BBQ served before or after bowling – and final numbers and menus are locked in seven days ahead. The function room is not offered in November and December.
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How much does barefoot bowls cost at Richmond Union?
From May to September social bowls is $15 a person, and from October to April it is $25 a person, each covering a two-hour session. A whole rink can also be hired for two hours at $150 in the cooler months or $250 in the warmer months.
How big a group can book online?
The online booking form takes up to 20 people. For 20 or more guests, or if you want catering, send a function enquiry and the team will help plan the rest. Each rink holds up to ten bowlers.
Can we bring our own food?
No, self-catering isn't allowed. The club offers finger food packages, platters and two BBQ packages, and the bar serves cold drinks throughout. Catering choices and dietary needs must be confirmed seven days before the booking.
Do we need experience or special shoes?
No experience is needed – the club's bowling hosts help everyone learn the basics. Come ready to bowl barefoot, or wear flat-soled shoes if you prefer.
When is the club open and how do we get there by tram?
The club is open Tuesday to Sunday from 11am until late and is closed on Mondays. Trams 48 and 75 stop at Richmond Town Hall, and the club is at 2 Gleadell Street.
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Shaun Lennard
a year ago
Friday night for food, not bowls. The burger was spot-on.. I will definitely be back! Great, laid-back atmosphere, too.
Dom Edis
a year ago
Had the pleasure of taking a school group here for 4 sessions led by Jingles and Rob. The kindness and enthusiasm they showed as well as the quality of the program they organised for us was amazing. The club is incredibl…
Nicola R
a year ago
Great spot, well connected and easy to get to. We went for barefoot bowls after work and the team were great giving instructions on how to bowl and coming over to help out throughout our time there. Drink options were go…
Matt Nesbitt
9 months ago
Great atmosphere and hospitality
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