World Bowls Playing Schedule
The 2026 World Indoor Bowls Championships
The 2026 World Indoor Bowls Championship schedule will appear here when it is announced.
Enjoy the action, live from The International Arena!
Choose from two fantastic ways to experience the 2026 Championships in person:
Fully Inclusive World Bowls Breaks
The best way to soak up the atmosphere during the Championships is undoubtedly to stay on an Fully Inclusive Break that features access to all matches in The International Arena, as well as comfortable accommodation, full board dining, inclusive drinks, exciting activities, a variety of sports and leisure facilities and stunning live evening entertainment. With many of the players also staying on resort, it’s a truly unique way to experience a world championship sports event.
Day Tickets
Can’t make a residential break? Join us for a full day of World Bowls action instead where you can also tuck into a two-course lunch and/or dinner as well. We strongly recommend pre-booking both your day ticket and meals together to avoid disappointment and enjoy a reduced price.
Four star-studded competitions, one venue
Every January, Potters Resorts Hopton-on-Sea transforms into a festival of Indoor Bowls, and you’re invited. Come and watch the best players from across the globe compete in four exhilarating tournaments, each with plenty of action and thrills.
Indoor Singles Championship
Enjoy gripping high quality bowls as the world’s top 16 ranked payers take on a cast of skillful challengers for the chance to win the championships' premier event. Scotland's Jason Banks completed an unprecedented trophy treble by claiming the singles title in 2025.
Mixed Pairs World Matchplay
Jason Banks combined seamlessly with debutant Beth Riva for a maiden mixed pairs title in 2025. Another group of powerful pairs will be keen to enter the international arena and challenge the youthful Scottish duo for their title in 2026.
Indoor Singles Championship
Enjoy gripping high quality bowls as the world’s top 16 ranked payers take on a cast of skillful challengers for the chance to win the championships' premier event. Scotland's Jason Banks completed an unprecedented trophy treble by claiming the singles title in 2025.
Ladies World
Matchplay
Scotland's 'queen of the green' Julie Forrest went one better than her runner-up spot in 2024 by winning her third world matchplay title with a hard-fought win in 2025. Brilliant bowls is always assured when this prestigious trophy is up for grabs.
Mixed Pairs World Matchplay
Jason Banks combined seamlessly with debutant Beth Riva for a maiden mixed pairs title in 2025. Another group of powerful pairs will be keen to enter the international arena and challenge the youthful Scottish duo for their title in 2026.
Indoor Singles Championship
Enjoy gripping high quality bowls as the world’s top 16 ranked payers take on a cast of skillful challengers for the chance to win the championships' premier event. Scotland's Jason Banks completed an unprecedented trophy treble by claiming the singles title in 2025.
Ladies World
Matchplay
Scotland's 'queen of the green' Julie Forrest went one better than her runner-up spot in 2024 by winning her third world matchplay title with a hard-fought win in 2025. Brilliant bowls is always assured when this prestigious trophy is up for grabs.
Potters Resorts
The UK’s Only Fully Inclusive Resorts
As the home of World Bowls since 1999, Potters is to bowls what The Crucible Theatre is to snooker, and the Ally Pally is to darts. And January 2026 will see our Resort at Hopton-on-Sea host the prestigious World Indoor Bowls Championships for the 28th time.
But Potters Resorts isn’t just for January, with our two five-star locations in Norfolk and Essex offering the UK’s only Fully Inclusive Short Breaks, including a variety of Bowls Breaks throughout the year.
Comfortable accommodation, delicious food & drink, a huge variety of activities, superb leisure facilities, and West End quality entertainment all come as standard! This exceptional value helped us to finish top in an independent Which? Readers’ Survey to find the Best UK Holiday Parks & Resorts, and whether you’re a bowler or just seeking some R&R, it’s why our guests come back time and time again.
So come and discover the UK holiday destination everyone is talking about…
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The Number One Choice for your Bowls Getaway
Discover more about Fully Inclusive Bowls Breaks at Potters Resorts from September to May, at both of our Five-Star Resorts in Norfolk and Essex. With outstanding facilities at both, and as home of the World Indoor Bowls Championships, there’s no better choice for bowlers and clubs.
As well as tournaments covering indoor, short mat, carpet and annual association breaks, you can also enjoy additional bowls experiences such as Pro Coaching with Andy Thomson MBE, Celebrity Bowls Breaks and Bridge with Fun Bowls too.
They’re all free-to-enter, complementing the already outstanding value our Fully-Inclusive Breaks provide, with accommodation, delicious food & drink, a huge variety of activities, superb leisure facilities, and West End quality entertainment all wrapped up in one simple price.
Whether you’re new to the sport or an experienced player, our Bowls Breaks are the perfect choice for clubs and individuals, to enjoy some friendly competition with friends new and old.
For all your Bowling Needs
If you’re looking to upgrade your bowls, accessories, or get a refresh of your bowling wardrobe, look no further than the Potters Bowls Shop. With a huge selection of equipment, clothing and shoes from a variety of bowls suppliers, you’ll be sure to find what you’re looking for on our website.
Join us on the glorious Norfolk coast
Set on the coastline border of Norfolk and Suffolk, Potters Resorts is situated in the village of Hopton-on-Sea where the sun rises first at the UK’s most easterly point.
Potters Resorts Hopton-on-Sea
Coast Road, Hopton-on-Sea, Norfolk, NR31 9BX