Sir Charles Stanford, Lord of the Manor of Preston, asked his agent to open a sports and social club for the people of Preston, who were mainly his estate workers.
In August 1908, with a railway carriage as a pavilion, the bowls club was opened with Sir Charles as its first Chairman. The club had a quoits court and a 3 rink bowling green.
The first thing to know is that the object is to deliver a bowl as close to the jack (the small yellow/white ball) as possible. You need to know that all bowls have a bias, that is, they “bend” during flight, and that is where the skill comes in.
The Preston Club Ltd was formed in 1908. It has facilities for indoor bowls, outdoor bowls, and snooker. Members can play against each other and against other clubs in well organised leagues. The club also offers friendly events for players of any ability.
