Suffolk Bowls BE 

Yes, the competition portal closes for 2026 competition entries at 11.59pm tomorrow night so act now if you haven't entered the County competitions. Every entry into the Blue Riband events also increases the County's chance of have two entries instead of one in that category at the National Finals. To go directly to the competition portal click here and we wish you all the best of luck in whatever category you enter.

We currently have a vacancy on the Men's Presidential Team for a Junior Vice President. This is a great opportunity to become more involved in County bowls and generally give back to the sport in our County as you progress to eventually become County President. If you are interested in joining us, initially please send your contact details to Dave Dowman at gensec.suffolkbowlsbe@gmail.com

Barry's funeral will take place on Wednesday 11th February at the Ipswich Crematorium on Cemetery Lane, Ipswich IP4 2TQ. The service will start at 1:15pm. Following the service there will be a gathering at Borough of Eye Bowls Club to celebrate Barry's life and all - even those who cannot make the service - are welcome to attend. The family have requested no flowers. Chosen charities are the Wolverstone / Macmillan Cancer Ward and the Critical Care Ward at Ipswich Hospital.

That's right - only 14 days left until the competition portal closes for the 2026 County Competitions. Has your club entered the County Inter-Club competitions? Have your Men's and Ladies singles champions registered for the County Champion of Champions? Have you encouraged your new members to have a go at the Novices competitions? Are you seeing if you can qualify for the National Finals this year? Will you try on your own or as part of a set? Entry levels in these Blue Riba

If your club has an open competition you wish to publicise, please contact Dave Dowman, by email, at gensec.suffolkbowlsbe@gmail.com

Further to the announcement of Bryan’s passing, I can now share the details of his funeral. The service will take place at St Michael the Archangel Church, Church Street, Framlingham, IP13 1BJ, on Monday, 15th December at 11.00 am, followed by a private family burial. Afterwards, a wake will be held at Framlingham Bowls Club. Car parking available at Framlingham Bowls Club Graham Timson Secretary, Woodbridge BC

"We will be giving you the opportunity to secure county tickets before they go on general sale, at an exclusive discounted ticket price of   £65 (inc VAT).  This offer is new for 2026, and this special rate includes:   A ticket to the Bowls England Awards (RRP £70)   Free early entry to the Bowls England Drinks Reception (worth £10)   One complimentary printed photo per booking from our event photographers (worth £8)   For County Administrators and County Presidents : the opp

Since not everyone is able to attend the various Ladies Council meetings across the year, including the AGM held earlier today, I wanted to take this opportunity to send a message to all of the fabulous members of Suffolk Ladies BE. Firstly, I’d like to thank everyone for the kind words and wonderful array of gifts that I received during the AGM today – all were perfectly chosen – and I was blown away to receive so many lovely things. When I took on the role of Ladies Secreta