Hospitality Daily Schedule

• Gates will open at 8am
• Food Hamper collection on arrival from The Extra End
• Play scheduled to start at 9:30
• Bowls Bash session 12:45 – 13:45 on E Green
• Play due to finish at 16:45

What’s happening on the greens 

The Aviva National Finals have arrived! The festival of bowls kicks off with thrilling Women’s Fours action, marking the beginning of 18 unforgettable days of intense competition, heartfelt emotion, and pure fun. Competitors will be vying to follow in the footsteps of 2023 champions Jemma Tuohy, Yasmina Hasan, Elizabeth Anderson, and Debbie Souter (Egham BC, Surrey).

• Gates will open at 8:00
• Food Hamper collection on arrival from The Extra End
• Play scheduled to start at 9:30
• Bowls Bash session 12:45 – 13:45 on E Green
• Play due to finish at 19:45 followed by Presentations

What’s happening on the greens

WHAT A DAY OF BOWLS! We have FIVE finals to kick off the first Super Saturday of the Aviva National Finals. The Juniors enter the fray with the semi-finals and finals of the White Rose Trophy (Men) and the Amy Rose Bowl (Women). Witness champions being crowned in the Women’s Fours, Men’s Singles, and Tony Allcock Trophy. The action doesn’t stop there – the Women’s Triples also begins, making this a day you won’t want to miss!

• Gates will open at 8:00
• Cream Tea collection – anytime from The Extra End
• Play scheduled to start at 9:30
• Bowls Bash session 11:40 – 12:30 on E Green
• Play due to finish at 19:30

What’s happening on the greens

Sunday sees the start of the highly anticipated Men’s Pairs. After last year’s unforgettable final, will we witness more history in the making? The Men’s Senior Singles also begin, with players eager to follow in the footsteps of Steve Poyner (Vines Park BC, Worcestershire). The Women’s Triples heats up as the competition enters the final stages, setting the stage for an intense and competitive conclusion.

• Gates will open at 8:00
• Cream Tea collection – anytime from The Extra End
• Play scheduled to start at 9:30
• Bowls Bash session 12:45 – 13:45 on E Green
• Play due to finish at 19:30

What’s happening on the greens

A mixed bag of competitions on show on day five. The Women’s Triples contestants battle to reach Tuesday’s final, while the future stars of men’s bowls showcase their talents in the Men’s Junior Singles. The Men’s Senior Singles and Men’s Pairs continue their thrilling matches from Sunday, and the Women’s Senior Singles commence, with competitors eyeing the trophy that Kate Kyle (Shepshed Town BC, Leicestershire) won last year.

• Gates will open at 8:00
• Cream Tea collection – anytime from The Extra End
• Play scheduled to start at 9:30
• County Presidents’ group photo 13:30 – meet at Club Zone
• County Presidents’ Networking 13:30 – 14:30
• Play due to finish at 19:30 followed by Presentations

What’s happening on the greens

With the festival of bowls in full swing, we have mouth watering clashes across day six with SEVEN different competitions all battling for their place in National Final history. The Women’s Senior Singles, Men’s Junior Singles, and Men’s Pairs enter their crucial stages. New competitions begin with the Men’s Senior Pairs and Women’s Junior Singles, where young talents strive to emulate 2023 champion Emily Kernick (Royal Leamington Spa BC, Warwickshire). As if that wasn’t enough, we have the conclusion of the Women’s Triples and Men’s Senior Singles.

• Gates will open at 8:00
• Food Hamper collection on arrival from The Extra End
• Play scheduled to start at 9:30
• Bowls Bash session 12:45 – 13:45 on E Green
• Play due to finish at 17:45

What’s happening on the greens

As the first week wraps up, the Finals heat up with more unmissable action. Two champions will be crowned in the Women’s Senior Singles and Men’s Pairs Finals on the historic Victoria Park greens. The future stars of bowls take the spotlight in the Men’s and Women’s Junior Singles. Meanwhile, the Women’s Senior Pairs, previously won by Linda Churchman and Cheryl Salisbury (Cambridgeshire) in 2023, commence, and the Men’s Senior Pairs advance to the quarter-final stage.

• Gates will open at 8:00
• Food Hamper collection on arrival from The Extra End
• Play scheduled to start at 9:30
• Bowls Bash session 12:45 – 13:45 on E Green
• Play due to finish at 19:30

What’s happening on the greens

Plenty of action as we enter the second week of the Aviva National Finals. We’re in for a treat as the Men’s Junior Final promises to be a cracker, with Tom Holmes (Cheltenham BC, Gloucestershire) securing the title in 2023, who will be lifting the trophy this year? The Women’s Junior Singles finalists will emerge after three rounds of fierce competition. Also, on the agenda are the Women’s Senior Pairs, Men’s Senior Pairs, and the start of the Men’s Triples, with last year’s champions Michael Gomme, Matthew Hyde, and Andrew Briden (Gerrards Cross BC, Buckinghamshire) claiming the title last time out.

• Gates will open at 8:00
• Food Hamper collection on arrival from The Extra End
• Play scheduled to start at 9:30
• Bowls Bash session 12:45 – 13:45 on E Green
• Play due to finish at 18:30 followed by Presentations

What’s happening on the greens

Day Nine showcases the full beauty of bowls with a jam-packed schedule featuring singles, pairs, triples, and fours competitions. The Women’s Singles begin, aiming to see who will follow in the footsteps of two-time winner Stef Branfield (Clevedon BC, Somerset). The Women’s Junior Singles will conclude, crowning a new National Champion. The Men’s and Women’s senior pairs events will reach their thrilling finales, and the Men’s Triples will heat up. Teamwork takes centre stage in the Men’s Club Two Fours, which kicks off in the quarter-finals.

• Gates will open at 8:00
• Food Hamper collection on arrival from The Extra End
• Play scheduled to start at 9:30
• Bowls Bash session 12:45 – 13:45 on E Green
• Play due to finish at 20:00

What’s happening on the greens

Witness the intense Women’s Singles, the Walker Cup Semi-Finals and Final, and the gripping Men’s Triples Final. The Men’s Club Two Fours Final promises high-stakes competition, while the Family Pairs brings a touch of camaraderie to the day. Don’t miss the Women’s Champion of Champions, showcasing the best of the best.

• Gates will open at 8:00
• Food Hamper collection on arrival from The Extra End
• Play scheduled to start at 9:30
• Bowls Bash session 12:45 – 13:45 on E Green
• Play due to finish at 19:45

What’s happening on the greens

Expect more excitement with the Women’s Singles Quarter-Final and Semi-Final. The Women’s Pairs matches promise to be closely contested, and the Balcomb Trophy Semi-Final and Final will keep you on the edge of your seat. The Women’s Champion of Champions continues, alongside the Men’s Champion of Champions Quarter-Final and Semi-Final. The Family Pairs Final and Mixed Fours matches round off an action-packed day.

• Gates will open at 8:00
• Food Hamper collection on arrival from The Extra End
• Play scheduled to start at 9:30
• Bowls Bash session 12:45 – 13:45 on E Green
• Play due to finish at 19:30

What’s happening on the greens

The drama intensifies with the Women’s Singles Final and Women’s Pairs matches. The Men’s Fours and Mixed Fours competitions will see top-tier action, and the day culminates in the Men’s Champion of Champions Final. Every match promises to deliver top-class bowls.

• Gates will open at 8:00
• Food Hamper collection on arrival from The Extra End
• Play scheduled to start at 9:30
• Bowls Bash session 12:45 – 13:45 on E Green
• Play due to finish at 19:30 followed by Presentations

What’s happening on the greens

Featuring Women’s Junior Pairs and the Women’s Senior Fours, highlighting the sport’s rising stars and seasoned veterans. The Women’s Champion of Champions Final is a must-see, while the Men’s Fours and Mixed Fours Semi-Final and Final ensure a day full of thrilling matchups. Women’s Pairs add to the day’s excitement.

• Gates will open at 8:00
• Food Hamper collection on arrival from The Extra End
• Play scheduled to start at 9:30
• Bowls Bash session 12:45 – 13:45 on E Green
• Play due to finish at 19:30 followed by Presentations

What’s happening on the greens

Day Fourteen is jam-packed with competitive action. The Women’s Pairs Semi-Final and Final take centre stage, alongside the Men’s Junior Pairs and Men’s Senior Fours. The Men’s Fours Semi-Final adds more intensity, while the Women’s Junior Pairs and Women’s Senior Fours ensure a full day of top-notch bowls.

• Gates will open at 8:00
• Cream Tea collection – anytime from The Extra End
• Play scheduled to start at 9:30
• County Presidents’ group photo 13:30 – meet at Club Zone
• County Presidents’ Networking 13:30 – 14:30
• Play due to finish at 19:45

What’s happening on the greens

Day Fifteen is all about reaching the finals. The Men’s Fours Final is set to be a highlight, along with the Men’s and Women’s Two Bowl Singles. The Women’s Junior Pairs and Women’s Senior Fours Quarter-Finals and Semi-Finals showcase future champions, and the Men’s Junior Pairs and Men’s Senior Fours Quarter-Finals and Semi-Finals add to the day’s suspense.

• Gates will open at 8:00
• Cream Tea collection – anytime from The Extra End
• Play scheduled to start at 9:30
• Play due to finish at 19:45

What’s happening on the greens

Time for the Men’s and Women’s Junior Pairs Final and the Men’s and Women’s Senior Fours Final. The Men’s and Women’s Two Bowl Singles Final bring together the best in the discipline. Mixed Pairs and the Men’s and Women’s Top Club promise a variety of exciting matchups.

• Gates will open at 8:00
• Food Hamper collection on arrival from The Extra End
• Play scheduled to start at 9:30
• Bowls Bash session 12:45 – 13:45 on E Green
• Play due to finish at 17:15 followed by Presentations

What’s happening on the greens

The penultimate day sees the Men’s and Women’s Top Club Finals, where club pride is on the line. The Mixed Pairs Final promises to deliver thrilling action as we see who can replicate Rebecca and Wayne Willgress’ feat in 2023.