News & Events

Stay up-to-date with all the exciting happenings here at Portland Victoria Bowling Club. We'll be sharing news about our open days, social gatherings, and club achievements a few times a year. We welcome everyone from the local community and beyond to join us!

PORTLAND VICTORIA BC EARNS FIRST VICTORY OF THE 2026 COUNTY DIVISION 1 (W) LEAGUE

28 Apr 2026 13:00

Monday the 27th of April 2026, our Men's Rink League of 3 rinks in the Dorset County Division 1 (West) became victors on home soil against Sherborne. The 10-0 win firmly cemented our intensions this season. With a final total score of 63 shots to 30, PVBC goes top of the league on shot aggregate. Yes, it is indeed early days of course, and the league standings do not really mean much this early in the season, but the positivity will help as the season continues. Next up for the Club, is in the South Dorset Bowls Association Division 1 League where we are away to the Club across Portland Harbour. 'Wellworthy'. This will be two rinks played away and one played at home at 1800 Friday the 1st of May 2026. And will be the first game of our SDBA Season.

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Open Days & Community Events

Discover the joy of lawn bowls! Join us for our upcoming open days to experience our friendly atmosphere, meet our members, and learn more about the club. Perfect for individuals and families looking to get involved in a fun and active sport.

The New Season Dawns

We are all exited as the new season dawn upon us. Woods are being polished, White's and Grey kits are being washed and ironed, Greens and other facilities are being well prepared... there has been so much done over the past few months to be ready to start. All this being done voluntarily by our members. We would like to thank each and everyone who have helped in any way. It is the members that make our club... You have all done us proud!

PVBC CELEBRATE SUCCESSFUL OPEN WEEKEND

On Saturday and Sunday 11th and 12th of April 2026, PVBC opened their doors to the wider public. The aim? To introduce new people to the wonderful sport and social pastime of Lawn Bowls. The weekend was very successful in this respect, welcoming many people of all ages to have a go. A great number of those who attended were so enamoured with the game and with us as a club, they have decided to apply for membership. We would like to welcome all of our newest members to the club. We hope you have many years with us and we know you will develop and improve as the time goes on. We always welcome people to apply for membership, you do not need to wait until our Open Weekend. Please contact us at any time.

Social Gatherings

More than just a sport, we're a community. Enjoy our regular social events designed to bring members together for fun and camaraderie off the green. Members should keep an eye on our Facebook page for details on upcoming events.

Previously we have had a games evening with 'Play your Cards Right' and a Quiz. We have also had a Valentines Evening with Bingo and a Mr & Mrs quiz. And we also have a regular Yoga Session to help raise funds for the club.

An Honour for an Honnor

Portland Victoria Bowling Club is delighted to announce that our very own Paul Honnor has been selected as President for the South Dorset Bowls Association for 2026.

Paul is pictured accepting the chain of office from outgoing President Sheena Willis. Sheena was an exemplary President and Paul has big shoes to fill.

Paul joined Portland Victoria Bowling Club in 2022 and quickly became a firm favourite within the Club and also at the many Clubs around Dorset. When Paul joined us, he was quickly put into the SDBA and the County league. This was quite a daunting prospect for Paul as he had not played many games and would be the first to admit that he did not play particularly well, but with the guidance and support from all the members of the Club, Paul quickly became a very good Bowler.

Recently, Paul has been captain of many of our friendly matches and conducted himself well. His infectious demeanour rubs off on everyone he meets, and he is also a talented Home Baker which is another feather in our Club's cap. Paul is now our Friendlies Secretary and is doing a fine job.

All of us here at Portland Vic are immensely proud of what Paul has achieved in his five years and we hope his commitment to the club will continue for many years to come. Congratulation Paul! Well deserved!

Look-Out Devizes... Here We Come!

Last year in 2025 we welcomed the guys and gals of Devizes Bowls Club for a Summer Friendly. They were an absolute delight to play with and we have made some great friends in this friendly Wiltshire club. We enjoyed their company so much... We are going to visit THEM on Saturday the13th June 2026 at 14:00. We are looking forward to seeing our new friends again and we hope to cement our ties even further. The Game of Bowls is not just about playing the sport... It is about making good friends along the way.  Paul will bring CAKE!                                                                                                                                                            

Pictured Below :- The brilliant Devizes BC club members who joined us last year.