Following recent improvements, the bowling facilities at Church Gresley are among the best to be found anywhere. They are housed in a modern, purpose-built Centre which was constructed in 1990 and opened by H.R.H. The Princess of Wales in 1991. It has eight lanes, each of which has its own row of Holophane lighting units designed to provide an evenly lit, shadow-less playing area. The bowling surface is a Pro-Weave carpet laid on a laser-levelled wooden floor provided by Dales Sports Surfaces in 2003. The Centre complies with the specifications laid down by the English Indoor Bowling Association for all standards of play.
The Centre has approximately 500 members, and new members are always welcome.
We encourage disabled people to participate in indoor bowling and have a thriving ASSET section. The Centre has wheelchair ramp access, is all on one level and has a disabled toilet. Access to the green is provided by a permanently installed drawbridge-style hydraulic ramp. As a result of generous donations, seven “Bradford Buggies” are available at the Centre so that disabled bowlers can enjoy their sport.
The Centre is located in the middle of the 30 acre Gresley Old Hall site and has the benefit of a large, free car park.
A spacious and well furnished lounge-bar and viewing area overlooks the bowling lanes. Drinks and snacks are available from the bar and, if notice is given, lunches and evening meals can be provided in the adjoining restaurant area.
The hospitality areas can be hired for weddings, parties and other functions at very reasonable prices. Demand is high and early booking is advisable if you have a specific date in mind.
Church Gresley Indoor Bowling Centre
Gresley Old Hall
Church Gresley
Swadlincote
Derbyshire
DE11 9QW
Telephone: 01283 551193
For a map showing the location of Gresley Old Hall, please
click here.