Lawn Bowls on the North Shore

Lawn Bowls: What to Look For

Barefoot bowls on the North Shore means a relaxed afternoon at a community club, and the two listed on Party Hero for the region so far have quite different characters. Lane Cove Bowling Club on Burns Bay Road is a no-fuss club with a club-priced bar and a BBQ, while Club Bradley Mosman on Bradleys Head Road is a gambling-free club with catered function rooms looking over the greens. Both welcome non-members, and neither expects anyone to have bowled before.

How the two North Shore clubs compare:

Getting there: in Lane Cove, buses run to the city and Chatswood and parking is easy by city standards. Mosman is served by buses and ferries to Mosman Bay, but street parking is tight on weekends.
The experience: both supply the equipment and show newcomers the basics. Club Bradley runs social bowls every day it is open, and Lane Cove's members offer tips on grip, line and weight.
Group size: Lane Cove's function hall seats up to 70. At Club Bradley, the Pavilion beside the green takes 60 seated or 80 standing, and the Balmoral Room seats 120.
Booking lead time: Club Bradley needs at least seven days' notice for food and service and is closed on Mondays. At Lane Cove, set up a bar tab when you book.
Food and drinks: Lane Cove has a club-priced bar plus an outdoor BBQ and bar. Club Bradley's catering comes from Lusso Kitchen, from platters and grazing to buffets.

Lane Cove Bowling Club starts from $15 per person, while Club Bradley's pricing is quoted on enquiry. For a casual birthday with a BBQ, Lane Cove is the simpler choice; for a catered corporate day or Christmas party with a private room, Club Bradley has more space to work with. Trains and the Metro run through North Sydney and Chatswood, which helps guests coming in from further afield connect to buses or ferries.

Casual birthdays: Lane Cove's BBQ, outdoor bar and undercover patio keep things relaxed.
Work presentations: Lane Cove can provide a Bluetooth sound system, large-screen TVs or a projector screen.
Christmas parties and corporate days: Club Bradley's Balmoral Room takes 200 for cocktails with its own bar.
Mixed groups: Club Bradley's pickleball courts, table tennis and pool help if not everyone wants to bowl.

Practical differences

Pricing: Lane Cove from $15 per person; Club Bradley quotes on enquiry.
Payment: Lane Cove does not accept Diners or American Express.
Opening days: Club Bradley is closed on Mondays and takes bowls bookings from midday.
History: Club Bradley has hosted bowls since 1903, and Lane Cove's club dates from 1952.

Lawn Bowls FAQs

Which North Shore bowls club is cheaper?

Lane Cove Bowling Club publishes a barefoot bowls price from $15 per person. Club Bradley Mosman quotes on enquiry, and can package bowls with food and drinks.

Can we get to North Shore bowls by public transport?

Buses serve Lane Cove from the city and Chatswood, and Mosman has buses plus ferries to Mosman Bay. Weekend street parking in Mosman is tight, so public transport is worth considering there.

Which club is better for a large corporate event?

Club Bradley has the most room, with the Balmoral Room seating 120 or holding 200 for cocktails. Lane Cove's function hall seats up to 70 and comes with AV options for presentations.

Do North Shore bowls clubs let non-members play?

Yes. Both Lane Cove Bowling Club and Club Bradley Mosman open their greens to visitors for barefoot or social bowls, with equipment supplied and the basics explained before you start.

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