The back to bowls survey was created to understand the appetite of the existing outdoor membership to return to club once lockdown restrictions lift.

As a partnership it is important to identify any concerns and potential interventions needed to support the membership to feel safe when returning to their clubs.

The survey was published on 8th January 2021 and shared through the BDA and its partners, Bowls England, British Crown Green Bowling Association and Disability Bowls England. It was promoted across key stakeholder websites, social media platforms and through county and local links such as the County Associations.

As of Monday 25th January 2021, we received over 11,600 responses to the survey and although it remains open and continues to be promoted, we are happy that this provides a significant snapshot of bowls members. Through this data we can gain an initial understanding of the appetite to return, the mindset of the members but also what they expect to see from clubs on their return.

This insight will allow us to support clubs with appropriate resources and advice on what the membership are expecting in terms of health and safety, programme of activity and communications.