BOWLING ETIQUETTE HINTS TO BEGINNERS

1. Players should use the steps provided when going on or off the Green.

2. Bowls should not be dropped on the Green.

3. Do not stand on the verges.

4. Matches, cigarette ends, etc., should be placed in the litter-baskets and not in the Ditches.

5. Bowls should not be kicked in until the shot has been decided.

6. After delivering a Bowl, a player should either retire behind the Mat or advance to the head. He should not take up a position in between.

7. Don't delay the game.

8. Don't wander around or move about the head when a player is about to deliver a Bowl.

9. In a Fours Game, the 'second' keeps the score; in a Pairs Game the 'Skip' keeps the score.

10. Bowling is a friendly game and all players should show courtesy and good sportsmanship.

11. All Bowlers should know the Rules as laid down by the World Bowls Ltd.

12. Mobile Phones should not be used on or around the green.