Our home venue Grovelands

East Sussex Short Mat Bowls Association (ESSMBA)


We are the recognised governing body for the sport of Short Mat Bowls in the County of East Sussex, England with affiliation to the English Short Mat Bowls Association (ESMBA).

Short mat bowls has been played in the county since the mid 80’s with many representing the county at all levels. We are open to all ages and abilities with affiliated clubs across the county and are always looking for new players to join. We host various events from September through to April, with some events held over the summer period.

Our home games are played at Grovelands Community Primary School, Dunbar Drive, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 3UW.


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We are currently looking for a sponsor for the 2024/25 season and beyond. If you are interested sponsoring and supporting ESSMBA then please reach out to our committee via the contacts page.


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