Welcome to City Oval Bowling Club in Lake Wendouree, where lawn bowlers of all levels are embraced with open arms. With three lush greens (soon to be two grass and one synthetic), our clubhouse is the perfect setting for a range of functions, from birthdays to trivia nights, comfortably accommodating over 100 guests. Imbibe in our well-stocked bar, detailed information available on our website. Join us for barefoot bowls, thrilling triples events, and the esteemed Corporate Cup. We also offer tailored school programs.

Founded in 1896 by Mr J.F. Denniston who thought that the Northern part of Ballarat was not sufficiently provided with recreational spaces and clubs. He approached some friends at the time about forming a Bowls and Tennis Club. One person approached was Rev. C.J Carmichael of St. John’s Church. He became the driving force to found a club on a block of land on the corner of Armstrong and Gregory Streets. This block was offered at a very low rental by the owner in an effort to entice someone to occupy and clean it up. On 7th February 1896 Mr Denniston, W Owen, John Deardon, RJ Vale MLA and Rev. Carmichael convened a meeting of Ballarat North residents to consider the formation of a Bowling and Tennis club at the site. In August 1896 the Ballarat North Recreation Club was founded with Mr J.F Denniston as its first president, Mr Owen as the Secretary and MR J.B Cameron as the Treasurer. The committee immediately decided to find ways to raise the necessary funds to purchase the site. To facilitate this Mr Denniston purchased the land for 348 pounds and on 11th December 1896 sold it to the club for that amount with no interest terms and no time frame for the money to be repayed.

Oz Tenpin Ballarat is a ten-pin bowling alley located in Ballarat, Victoria, Australia. It is open from 10am to midnight, seven days a week. Oz Tenpin Ballarat has 12 bowling lanes, a laser tag arena, a kids' zone, a bistro, and a bar. They also offer a variety of bowling packages and specials. Oz Tenpin Ballarat is a great place to go for fun and affordable entertainment. Whether you are looking to go bowling with friends or family, play laser tag, enjoy a meal at the bistro, have a drink at the bar, celebrate a birthday or other special occasion, or host a corporate event, Oz Tenpin Ballarat has something for everyone.

Located on Albert Street in the heart of Sebastopol the club has emerged as a modern-day entertainment facility while remaining true to its constitution and pursuing the advancement of its facilities in the best interests of the game of bowls. Its members and the wider community. So, if you’re looking to stay active and become part of a great community why not become a member and join a growing number of Australians who play bowls. Our first-class all-weather facilities. Each day and outside of competition times are available for casual bowling until late. For those looking to compete. The Ballarat district bowls division offers both summer and winter season pennant competition with divisions for all abilities.