The 2027 World Bowls Championship is scheduled for 20 July to 1 August at Victoria Park in Royal Leamington Spa, England. It is a chance for players and fans to see international men’s, women’s and para bowls at one venue.
Confirmed location and dates
World Bowls names Victoria Park as the venue and lists competition dates from 20 July to 1 August 2027. More than 27 nations are expected. Qualification is still part of the lead-up, so a projected field is different from a final entry list.
What makes this championship different?
The World Bowls Championship is held every four years. It brings national teams into multiple disciplines, unlike the Champion of Champions singles pathway. The 2027 event includes men’s, women’s and para competition. That creates several kinds of match to follow: singles pressure, pair communication and full-team head building.
A simple viewing plan
Start with one discipline and learn its scoring format before following multiple rinks. In every end, note the jack length, the nearest opposition bowl and the bowl that changes the count. If you plan to attend, use the organiser’s current ticket and schedule pages rather than an older announcement; times and qualification details can move.
For club bowlers
Watching elite play is most useful when you pick one repeatable decision. Track how often a team leaves a back bowl, chooses a safer draw or asks for a measure. Try that decision in practice, record the outcome and adapt it to your green instead of assuming an international line will transfer directly.
Sources: World Bowls championship page, World Bowls event calendar.
For a clearer look at a close club head, explore WGTS on iPhone or Android. Follow your competition's official measuring procedure for the result.