Located in Edinburgh, Seafield Bowling Club is a friendly and welcoming sports club with a rich history. Affiliated with Bowls Scotland, the club is also a member of the Edinburgh Bowling Association (EBA) and the Edinburgh Top 10 Association. The senior men's team is involved with the Retired Men's Bowling Association (RMBA), and there is an active Ladies section that participates in afternoon and evening leagues.
Seafield Bowling Club takes great pride in the playability and pace of their green, with several Bowls Scotland District semi-finals and finals being hosted at the club over the years. The outdoor bowling season begins in mid-April each year, and the club is open to new members or anyone interested in trying out the game. No previous bowling experience is required, and the club even offers a half-price introductory membership for first-year joiners.
The club welcomes visitors and encourages them to contact the secretary to arrange a visit or have a chat. Seafield Bowling Club is located at 3 East Links Leith Links, Edinburgh, EH6 7QR. They can be reached by telephone at 0131 554 2372 or via email at secretary. seafieldbc@hotmail.
com. Detailed directions to the club can be found on their website or social media platforms.
The club's leadership team consists of President Micky McPherson, Vice-President Linsey Burgess, Treasurer Ian Paterson, Secretary Moira Gilbert, Match Secretary Steven Dodds, and Bar Convener Linsey Burgess. Allan Nicol serves as the Green Ranger, and Stuart Gilbert is the Immediate Past President. Other members in various roles contribute to the functioning of the club.
The latest news section on the club's website highlights recent achievements and events. For instance, the Seafield Ladies Rink participated in the Bowls Scotland District 14 championship and subsequently travelled to Ayr as district representatives in the finals. Although they did not qualify for the later rounds, the experience was memorable for the players and supporters.
Furthermore, in June 2023, Seafield Bowling Club was pleased to announce the reinstatement of their sprinkler system. After several years of manual watering, the club managed to rebuild their machine shed, replace the water pump, and repair the sprinkler heads. This development was welcomed with relief by members who had previously spent hours watering the green.
Seafield Bowling Club also had representation at the EBA finals through their mixed rink team. Despite reaching the finals after four challenging rounds, the team had to settle for second place as the Hillside team performed exceptionally well on the day.
Seafield Bowling Club is dedicated to providing an enjoyable and inclusive environment for both experienced bowlers and beginners. They invite individuals interested in joining the club or exploring the sport of lawn bowls to reach out and learn more. With a strong sense of community and a focus on maintaining a high standard of play, Seafield Bowling Club continues to thrive in Edinburgh's sports scene.