Riccall Bowls Club, located in York, is a friendly and welcoming club that offers a range of bowling activities throughout the year. The club comprises approximately 30–40 members and operates both outdoor and indoor bowling sessions.
During the outdoor season, which runs from mid-April to mid-September, the club has six outdoor rinks available for use. Players of all levels of experience and ages are welcome, and the club is happy to provide instruction and loan equipment if needed. In addition to social bowling, the club also participates in league bowling, with teams competing in the Selby Fours and Triples, Selby Ladies, and York Private Clubs Leagues.
On Thursday evenings, the club holds Club nights, which are dedicated to social bowling and allow members to gain more experience in the sport. For those looking for a more competitive experience, the club organises internal competitions during the outdoor season.
During the Autumn and Winter seasons, the club transitions to indoor short mat bowls. Sessions take place on Wednesday afternoons from September to March at Riccall Institute. These sessions are a mix of social and practise sessions, allowing members to continue playing and improving their skills during the colder months.
In addition to league and social bowling, Riccall Bowls Club also participates in knockout cup competitions and occasionally arranges friendly games with other local and touring clubs.
To stay updated with the club's activities, members, and visitors can visit Riccall Bowls Club's website, where they can find information about upcoming fixtures, results, tables, and other club information. The website also offers an online booking system for the club's facilities.
The club's officials for 2022 are President Brenda Neal, Chairman Richard Scott, Treasurer Peter Hardstaff, Secretary Richard Scott (acting), and Press Officer Peter Sibley. The outdoor leagues are captained by Jean Kendall, and the indoor short mat leagues are led by Peter Hardstaff. The club's Greens Committee consists of Peter Hardstaff, Keith Rudd, and Richard Scott.
Outdoor leagues at Riccall Bowls Club include Selby Fours, Selby Triples, Selby Ladies, and York Private Clubs. The playing days and times vary depending on the league, with matches typically taking place in the evenings or weekends.
For those interested in social bowling, the club allows members to play outdoors any day of the week from mid-April to mid-September. Additionally, the club hosts social outdoor club nights on Thursdays from mid-April to mid-September. Internal club competitions are also held during the summer months, offering members a chance to compete against each other.
The club encourages both experienced and novice bowlers to join. With its friendly atmosphere, range of bowling options, and supportive community, Riccall Bowls Club is an excellent choice for anyone interested in lawn bowls in York.