The Bon Accord Bowling Association was established in 1934 and currently has 15 affiliated lawn bowling clubs in Aberdeen city as members (full details can be viewed under the Affiliated Clubs menu). Over the years we have provided many top class bowlers some of whom have went on to achieve international honours.
We have both a gents and under 25 squads that compete against other areas in Scotland.
In the 2018 season, our senior team finished runners-up in the National Andrew Hamilton Trophy and our under 25s lost by 1 shot in the semi-finals of the Scottish Cup.
In 2019, our senior team retained the Andrew Hamilton Trophy North Section trophy and reached the semi-finals. We also won the four inter-county Aitchanar Trophy for the third time in the last four years.
After a 2-year break, in 2022 we won the Andrew Hamilton Trophy North Section trophy for the 3rd consecutive competition and reached the quarter-finals. We also retained the Aitchanar Trophy, making it four wins in the last five years.
We also run throughout the season fours and triples leagues as well as individual and team knockout competitions. Individual competitions are also organised for under 17 and under 25 age groups. For the Seniors there is a Triples league and senior individual competitions.
We are delighted to continue to work with our lady counterparts the Aberdeen District Ladies Bowling Association (ADLBA) to deliver the Mixed Triples League. Details of the ADLBA events, news, results and standings can be found on their website and this can be found at www.adlba.teamapp.com.
Our 2023 season is due to commence on Monday 24th April with our finals day scheduled for Sunday 3rd September.
You can find details of the League fixtures in the "Schedule" section with the latest League tables in the "Standings" section.
Details of our knockout competitions can be found under "Events". Competition draws will be posted to the "Competition Draws" section when available.
Full details of our Sponsors can be found on the "Sponsors" page and we would please encourage you to support them where possible.
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Mark Shaw Funeral Services sponsors the Bon Accord Triples Leagues and the Bon Accord Singles Knockout competition.
Mark Shaw Funeral Services is Aberdeen's longest established Independent funeral directors serving Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire. Opened in 2004 by Mark Shaw, the firm's reputation has grown steadily by providing the highest levels of service to the bereaved and their loved ones.
Our aim is to help make each funeral special for you, your family and friends. A funeral should be a unique tribute to the life of the person who has died, while providing support and comfort to all relatives and friends. For some families, this will mean following traditional funeral ceremonies, for others, a more contemporary arrangement is suitable, and we are happy to discuss all options for the funeral.
Many people are now taking the opportunity to pre-plan for their funeral. Why? Well, having a pre-paid funeral plan in place can save family members and friends from having to make difficult decisions about funeral arrangements or being burdened with excessive costs. We can help you arrange a suitable pre-paid plan.
https://www.shawfunerals.co.uk.
Slaters sponsor the Under 25 Singles and Champion of Champions competitions.
Slaters is a leading name in menswear and formal hire. The family-run company is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, as it continues in the proud tradition of making high quality clothes to exacting standards of craftsmanship. With 23 stores nationwide, as well as the option of ordering through the Slaters website, our customers can expect to receive the same level of service and attention whether they order online or choose to visit us in person.
http://www.slaters.co.uk/The Baillie Family sponsor the Senior Triples League.
Bris Baillie was a top bowler both outdoor and indoor and was a long-standing Abergeldie member. Bris's son Bill is well known to Bon Accord bowlers and is currently the County Team Manager having previously played for the County.
Mattioli Woods plc are sponsors for the Top 10 team competition and we would like to welcome them back as a sponsor. They previously sponsored the Fours League, Top 10 and the County team jackets.
Mattioli Woods is a leading UK provider of wealth management and employee benefits and we pride ourselves in building long-term relationships to provide trusted advice, high standards, and a personalised delivery. We have a local office in Aberdeen and we are also proud to sponsor Aberdeen FC and His Majesty's Theatre.
https://www.mattioliwoods.com
Cameron kindly sponsors the Under 17 Competition.
Cameron is well known in Aberdeen bowling circles and is the current Bon Accord Bowling Association Match Secretary. Cameron has also served as the Association Treasurer, is ex-President of Woodend BC, won the Bon Accord Champion of Champions and Triples knockout and also served on committees at Bon Accord Indoor, Aberdeen Indoor and Woodend.
Aberdeen Trophy Centre are sponsors for the Hat Night Trophy from 2018. We are pleased to welcome them onboard and would encourage our member clubs and their members to shop with them.
Aberdeen Trophy Centre offers a huge selection of trophies, awards, medals and gifts. Please have a look through our products, we will be pleased to answer any enquiry you may have.
http://www.aberdeentrophycentre.com/
Bill Whyte kindly sponsors the Top 5 Team Knockout competition which started in season 2021. Bill is well known in North East bowling circles.
Bill was previously the Bon Accord BA Secretary for seven years from 1998 to 2004 and was made an Honorary Member of the Association in 2007. Bill continued to help out the Association on a pet-time basis with Secretary work.
Sponsor of the Senior Singles and Pairs Knockout Competitions
Mike is well known to bowlers in the North East. He is the current Aberdeen Indoor BC President and was the Bon Accord BA President lat year (2023).
Mike has won numerous Bon Accord titles and also been capped at County level again on numerous occasions.
No doubt Mike will be trying very hard to win the competitions he is sponsoring!
Phil Anderson Financial Services is the new sponsor for the Friday night Fours League from 2023. Phil is well known in the North East both from a business perspective but also in the bowls community.
At Phil Anderson Financial Services we offer Independent Financial Advice to our clients on a range of areas including investments, pensions, savings, mortgages and insurance. We are happy to meet them where they find the most convenient and our aim is to find our clients the most competitive financial products to suit their individual needs and circumstance.
https://www.philandersonfinancial.co.uk
Victor sponsors the Senior Pairs KO competition.
Victor is well known in the bowling community and is currently an active playing member at Polmuir BC.
