Bowls Breaks at Warner Leisure Hotels
You'll always find something for anyone that loves bowls
If you enjoy playing bowls you will love our Bowls Experiences. With each of our 4 bowls centres providing tuition, competition and so much more you will have a short break to remember.
What equipment do I need to bring with me to play bowls?
You can hire shoes and woods on site for a small fee, or you are welcome to bring your own equipment.
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Is there a dress code?
There is no actual dress code, but preferably players will be wearing greys.
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What type of competitions do you run (singles / pairs / fours)?
We mainly offer fours competitions.
However at Gunton Hall there are a small number of pairs competitions on offer.
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Are there discounts if we bring our whole club as a group?
Yes – discounts are available via our groups dept. Depending on the size of your group and our current availability there are many benefits to booking as a group. Click here for further information.
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Can I book a bowls competition package on arrival?
There is a possibility of purchasing the bowls package on arrival, but this is based on availability. Therefore we would strongly advise you pre book your bowls competition entry with your holiday.
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How does the Warner Champion of Champions competition run?
This is the main competition in the Warner Leisure Hotels Bowls Calendar. Players are guaranteed 3 x games then knockout stages to the final. The winning team receive: Individual glassware, limited edition pin badge and choice of prize and are invited back to compete in the final at Lakeside in October. Our competition format is equal to competitors.
The Finals – 25-30 teams take part in finals at Lakeside in October for a chance to win share of £6000 prize fund (£3000 of which is for winners) plus trophies and title.
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What prizes are available in competitions?
These vary depending on the competition you have entered. Champion of champions – small prize and chance to return to compete for a share of £6000 prize fund.
Play to win a holiday – Warner short break voucher
Bowls bonanza – Cash prizes
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Is there practise time before games?
Yes, players will normally have practise time before each game begins, although this time will be determined by the number of players. Arrive early to make the most of your time!
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Are spectators allowed while a bowls competition is taking place?
Yes, any Warner resident can spectate while competitions are taking place.
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I want to play bowls casually, not in a competition. Can I do this?
Yes you can, during the bowls season there will be limited times when bowls can be played casually, but this will be subject to the numbers entering competitons. You will usually find there are a couple of hours per day when you can use the greens on a casual basis. Please check with the bowls manager for times and availability on arrival.
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I’ve booked to play in a competition - how do I find out my times of play?
Please visit the bowls hall on your arrival and the bowls manager will advise you about specifics for your times of play.
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What are the contact details of the bowls centres?
Gunton Coastal Village – 01502 730 288
Lakeside Coastal Village – 02392 463 976
Bodelwyddan Castle Hotel – 01754 585 088
Bembridge Coast Hotel – 01983 873 931
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Is the crown green at Bodelwyddan Castle Hotel grass or artificial?
The crown green is artificial.
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How big is the crown green at Bodelwyddan Castle Hotel?
It measures 36m x 32m.
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Is the crown green at Bodelwyddan Castle Hotel accessible to wheelchairs?
Yes, we have two specialised wheelchairs which are available from the bowls hall at Bodelwyddan Castle that can be used.
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How long are games on a crown green?
On average it takes approximately 1hr and 15mins to reach a winning score of 21.
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Is there a maximum number for competition entry on the crown green?
Yes the maximum number is 64 (64 x singles/ 32x pairs).
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Do you have to bring your own equipment to play on the crown green?
20 sets of crown green bowls are available on site with a range of weights. However if you wish to bring your own, you are welcome.
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Do we need to wear whites/greys to play on the crown green?
No. Casual wear and soft sole shoes are acceptable. No shoes with a heel are allowed on the green.
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What equipment do I need to bring with me to play bowls?
You can hire shoes and woods on site for a small fee, or you are welcome to bring your own equipment.
Back to top
Is there a dress code?
There is no actual dress code, but preferably players will be wearing greys.
Back to top
What type of competitions do you run (singles / pairs / fours)?
We mainly offer fours competitions.
However at Gunton Hall there are a small number of pairs competitions on offer.
Back to top
Are there discounts if we bring our whole club as a group?
Yes – discounts are available via our groups dept. Depending on the size of your group and our current availability there are many benefits to booking as a group. Click here for further information.
Back to top
Can I book a bowls competition package on arrival?
There is a possibility of purchasing the bowls package on arrival, but this is based on availability. Therefore we would strongly advise you pre book your bowls competition entry with your holiday.
Back to top
How does the Warner Champion of Champions competition run?
This is the main competition in the Warner Leisure Hotels Bowls Calendar. Players are guaranteed 3 x games then knockout stages to the final. The winning team receive: Individual glassware, limited edition pin badge and choice of prize and are invited back to compete in the final at Lakeside in October. Our competition format is equal to competitors.
The Finals – 25-30 teams take part in finals at Lakeside in October for a chance to win share of £6000 prize fund (£3000 of which is for winners) plus trophies and title.
Back to top
What prizes are available in competitions?
These vary depending on the competition you have entered. Champion of champions – small prize and chance to return to compete for a share of £6000 prize fund.
Play to win a holiday – Warner short break voucher
Bowls bonanza – Cash prizes
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Is there practise time before games?
Yes, players will normally have practise time before each game begins, although this time will be determined by the number of players. Arrive early to make the most of your time!
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Are spectators allowed while a bowls competition is taking place?
Yes, any Warner resident can spectate while competitions are taking place.
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I want to play bowls casually, not in a competition. Can I do this?
Yes you can, during the bowls season there will be limited times when bowls can be played casually, but this will be subject to the numbers entering competitons. You will usually find there are a couple of hours per day when you can use the greens on a casual basis. Please check with the bowls manager for times and availability on arrival.
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I’ve booked to play in a competition - how do I find out my times of play?
Please visit the bowls hall on your arrival and the bowls manager will advise you about specifics for your times of play.
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What are the contact details of the bowls centres?
Gunton Coastal Village – 01502 730 288
Lakeside Coastal Village – 02392 463 976
Bodelwyddan Castle Hotel – 01754 585 088
Bembridge Coast Hotel – 01983 873 931
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Is the crown green at Bodelwyddan Castle Hotel grass or artificial?
The crown green is artificial.
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How big is the crown green at Bodelwyddan Castle Hotel?
It measures 36m x 32m.
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Is the crown green at Bodelwyddan Castle Hotel accessible to wheelchairs?
Yes, we have two specialised wheelchairs which are available from the bowls hall at Bodelwyddan Castle that can be used.
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How long are games on a crown green?
On average it takes approximately 1hr and 15mins to reach a winning score of 21.
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Is there a maximum number for competition entry on the crown green?
Yes the maximum number is 64 (64 x singles/ 32x pairs).
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Do you have to bring your own equipment to play on the crown green?
20 sets of crown green bowls are available on site with a range of weights. However if you wish to bring your own, you are welcome.
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Do we need to wear whites/greys to play on the crown green?
No. Casual wear and soft sole shoes are acceptable. No shoes with a heel are allowed on the green.
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