Fitzgilbert Road · Colchester · Open all year

A friendly and fun
environment for all

Six indoor rinks, a bar and restaurant, and a welcoming membership of 797. Whether you’ve never held a bowl or you play at county level, there’s a place for you here.

6indoor rinks, all year round
797members and growing
1982bowling in Colchester since
All agesjuniors to seniors welcome

Everything you need under
one roof

From your first roll-up to league nights, our facilities and coaches are here to help you enjoy the game.

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Six indoor rinks

Play in comfort whatever the weather, with a viewing gallery for spectators to watch the action.

Our facilities →

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Bar & restaurant

Relax after your game in our bar and restaurant. Show your membership card for member prices.

Social events →

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Coaching for all

Whether you’re just starting out or polishing your game, our club coaches are on hand, usually at the lunchtime “Roll Up” sessions. Lessons can be booked in advance: ring the Duty Steward to arrange.

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Accessible for all

Accessible toilets, specialist wheelchairs and ramps to the green, plus free parking with disabled spaces.

New to bowls?

Come and give it a try

Our New Bowler Intakes are the easiest way to start. You’ll get coaching from our club coaches, the use of club bowls, and a warm welcome from members. No experience or kit needed: just flat-soled shoes.

Opening hours

Winter season1 Oct – 30 Apr
Monday – Saturday8.30am – 11.00pm
Sunday8.30am – 10.30pm
Summer season1 May – 30 Sep
Monday & Friday8.00am – 9.30pm
Tuesday & Thursday10.00am – 9.30pm
Wednesday10.00am – 4.00pm
Saturday & SundayClosed

Find us

Address

Fitzgilbert Road
Colchester, Essex
CO2 7XB

Parking

Free on-site parking, including disabled spaces

About the Club

Founded in 1982, Colchester Indoor Bowls Club is affiliated to the English Indoor Bowling Association (EIBA), the Essex County Indoor Bowling Association (ECIBA) and the London & Southern Counties Bowling Association.

The Club is managed by Club Manager Keith Cullis and his five Assistant Stewards, supported by a team of volunteer Directors and committees. Our Junior Section runs Sunday morning sessions through the winter, with reduced rates for under-18s.