The Walker Cup is a national competition run by Bowls England, requiring a high standard of bowling. Early rounds are played on a round-robin basis against the other Northern Counties, with fixtures on dates set by Bowls England. Success can lead to the semi-final and final at the National Championships at Royal Leamington Spa.
The format has changed in recent years. From 2026, the competition uses Pairs, Triples, and Fours (Singles having been removed after the 2025 season).
Pairs - 2 players, 3 bowls each, 18 ends
Triples - 3 players, 2 bowls each, 18 ends
Fours - 4 players, 2 bowls each, 15 ends
Fixtures - Round robin, then knockout, dates set by Bowls England
Usual match day - Saturdays
Travel - Away games usually by coach, home games at venues across the county
Leads to Leamington - Yes, semi-finals and final at the National Championships
Competition Details
CATEGORY
LEVEL
Women
National
TYPE
Round robin to final stages
LEADS TO LEAMINGTON
TEAM MANAGER
CONTACT DETAILS
Yes
Contact number
Eligibility and Rules
ELIGIBILITY
Member of club affiliated to Bowls Yorkshire
RULES
National competitions leading to Leamington are bound by Bowls England Rules and Regulations.
Any other specific rules for this competition are available via the link below.
Match Arrangements
⏰ TIMINGS
🩳DRESS