A welcoming club
Our green is now open for the season with play possible (weather permitting) from 11am daily. We are a friendly bowling club situated in the centre of Balerno on the outskirts of Edinburgh which encourages people of all ages to take up the popular sport.
The club was founded in 1885 and the green is open for play (weather permitting) from 11am daily from April to September. This year we open on Easter Sunday.
We have an extensive bar and function suite within the clubhouse and organise domestic competitions. Our teams play in various leagues around the Capital.
LATEST: Vocal impressionist Gerry Anderson appearing at Balerno Bowling Club on May 17. Tickets £10 from Brian Buckner. See the Events section for full details and an interview with the singer.
Easy access to the green
Green is now open for play so come on down
Just pop down, pick up your bowls from the locker room and off you go, simple as that, or come along to our Monday and Saturday Hat Nights where your name is picked from a hat and you join a team for a friendly game.
If you wish, you can put your name forward to play in one of our domestic events or even play in the competitive league games.
Our bowlers feature on the podium in events organised by various bodies and some have won medals at the Commonwealth Games and in major events throughout the world.
Social events
We host functions and entertainment
Our extensive premises includes a busy upstairs bar which screens major sporting events and hosts pool and darts competitions.
The bar stocks keg and bottled beer along with a wide selection of wines and spirits.
Downstairs, our function suite has a capacity for 120 and entertainment nights are popular with members and guests. Our first major event is the appearance of vocal impressionist Gerry Anderson, one of the most popular acts on the club circuit.
Please be aware that the function suite can be hired for private functions including birthday parties. Call Brian Buckner for details on 0131 449 3789.
Family-friendly environment
We promote inclusivity, ensuring everyone feels welcome and there is on-street parking nearby.
Competitive action
All standards are welcome and we are always keen to introduce newcomers to competitive play
Coaching
Receive coaching from experienced players and hopefully you could join one of our teams.
Events
Dates to take note of
May 10: 1.30pm to 2pm start: Brian Buckner (left), President, and Vice-President, Philip Marshall, play a challenge, other members are invited to take part.
This is Brian's third stint in the top job and he has never won this match.
A sheet is up on the notice board inviting players. First 24 will compete and there will be a BBQ. Tickets £5, only £3 if you don't want to play but seek a burger.
May 17: Vocal impressionist Gerry Anderson IS performing at Balerno Bowling Club. Tickets priced £10 are available only from Brian Buckner. See more on this event below and on our Events page.
Gerry back, after ten years
Tickets selling fast
Vocal impressionist, Gerry Anderson, last made an appearance at Balerno Bowling Club around ten years ago, and now he’s coming back, presenting a theatre show in a club venue.
The West of Scotland-based entertainer, who is currently working on a new show which goes into the Glasgow Concert Hall on November 15, called Homage to the Stars, will showcase his range of impressions.
Songs from Neil Diamond, Tom Jones, The Rat Pack and even Shirley Bassey will be aired during the performance and the tickets priced at £10 are now on sale only from Brian Buckner.
The date for your diary is Saturday, May 17, and tickets are selling fast for this not-to-be-missed show.
SEE FULL INTERVIEW IN OUR EVENTS SECTION
Contact us
Telephone: 0131 449 3789
E-mail: secretary.bbc@balernobowlingclub.com
Address: 5 Ladycroft, Balerno, EH14 7AG, Midlothian, United Kingdom
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