Welcome Message from the Club’s President

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Welcome to Babbacombe Bowling Club.Our club is open early April to the end of September for outdoor bowling. You will certainly be greeted with a warm friendly welcome, whether to play, have a taster of bowling (as there is usually help at hand every Monday, Tuesday and Friday mornings) or as a spectator.We have many touring teams visit us throughout the season and our Fixture Secretary is more than happy to accommodate your club.We are in the beautiful area of Babbacombe, with many amenities nearby. Cafes, restaurants, spectacular views across Lyme Bay and easy access to Torquay.We are fortunate to have free roadside parking on roads around the club plus a good selection of hotels nearby.We would be delighted to see you and meet you in person and thank you for browsing through our website which I hope has been of interest to you.Thank you.

Sue PerduePresident Babbacombe Bowling Club.

 

Always Welcoming New Members

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JOIN US At BABBACOMBE BOWLING CLUB

Corner Cary Avenue and Aveland Road, 

Babbacombe TQ1 3QT

Experienced and New Members Welcome! 

Learn how to bowl! 

Make new Friends! 

Have fun doing it!

 

You’ll always get a warm welcome at Babbacombe Bowling Club.  From 1st May to 31st August a member is on duty every Monday, Tuesday and Friday from 10am – 1 pm to assist new and experienced bowlers. 

If these times don’t suit you, click on ‘Contact Us’ give us a call and we’ll arrange for a member to meet you at the Club.  Flat soled shoes are required.

See you on the green!

About our Club

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Bowlers have been enjoying their sport on the greens at Babbacombe Bowling Club for over 120 years. We are a friendly club and always extend a warm welcome to players and the general public alike.

Babbacombe Bowling Club plays outdoor bowls, with some indoor matches during the winter, and a short mat season in the clubhouse in the winter.

We welcome new members (both full and social), tours, friendly matches and competitive league players.

 

Devon Ladies V Section 6

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Wednesday 10th September 2025 and Babbacombe Bowls Club had the pleasure of hosting Devon Ladies v Section 6. Despite the weather everyone had a very enjoyable afternoon. Devon Ladies won overall. With thanks to the Green Team, the Catering Team and Club members who helped set the rinks up and cleared up afterwards.
Photos courtesy of Peter P

Club Finals

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Sunday 14th September  – 10.00am

 

LADIES VETERANS: Margaret Wallinger v Rachel McLeod

Marker: Sue Crimp

 

96-SHOT: David Stafford v Ray Dudding

Marker: Peter Moodie

 

MEN’S 2-WOOD: Martin Stevens v Rory Levy

Marker: Peter Taylor

 

LADIES 2-WOOD: Marilyn Moodie v Debbie Rose

Marker: Pam Neale

 

MIXED PAIRS: Dave Andrews & Nicola Jones v Linda Mitchell & Alan Pallett

 

SUNDAY14th September-  2.30pm.

 

MEN’S CHAMPIONSHIP: David Stafford v Paul Johnson

Marker: Brian Williamson

 

LADIES CHAMPIONSHIP: Helen Pallett v Rachel McLeod

Marker: Anne Watts

 

MEN’S HANDICAP: Alan Pallett v Rory Levy

Marker: Dave Andrews

 

Monday 15th September – 10am

 

MEN’S VETERANS: Alan Pallett v Paul Johnson

Marker: Rachel McLeod

 

Spectators very welcome and so please come along and support the competitors

Finals – Part 1

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Saturday 6th September saw some Club finals taking place slightly earlier than anticipated.
With thanks to the Green Team, Catering Team and Competition Secretary for ensuring that the day ran smoothly.
Well done to all participants.
Results :
Ladies Pairs Winners : Helen and Marilyn
Men’s Pairs Winners : Alan Pallett and Dave Stafford
Mixed Triples Winners : Debbie, Ray and Peter Pfeiffer
Ladies Handicap Winner : Debbie
Photos courtesy of Peter P and Dave W

August 2025

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Well we are entering the last month of the outdoor season and what a busy time the Club has had.  Since April we have welcomed clubs from near and far for eight friendly and fifteen tourist matches.  Most of the Club competitions have taken place in readiness for the finals – to be played Saturday 6th September, Saturday 13th September and Sunday 14th September.  The Men’s (MDL) and Ladies (SDLL) Leagues have been played, the Over 55’s Leagues, the Riviera Mixed Triples League along with numerous County competitions.

Photos courtesy of Peter and Debbie