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News and Upcoming Events
Here you will find all the latest news and details of upcoming events, including entry forms (as appropriate).
V.I.B.E. Newsletters
Many thanks to Roger Barton who will take on the role of Newsletter Editor from Spring 2026.
V.I.B.E. and Disability Bowls England
(D.B.E.)
Have worked together
to support bowls for the visually impaired and to promote bowls for the whole disabled community for many years.
Unfortunately, DBE formally 'ceased to be' on 31st December 2024, with disability bowls in general being overseen and promoted by Bowls England (BE) and the English Indoor Bowling Association Ltd. (EIBA)
Unfortunately, DBE formally 'ceased to be' on 31st December 2024, with disability bowls in general being overseen and promoted by Bowls England (BE) and the English Indoor Bowling Association Ltd. (EIBA)
VIBE is in close communication and dialogue with both of these bodies to ensure that the 'voice' of VI Bowls continues to be heard.
We are delighted to report that both bodies have finally approved the guidance for 'Permissible Aids for VI Bowlers in Otherwise-Sighted Games' and trust that, once disseminated to all BE and EIBA affiliated Clubs, this should reduce the incidence of VI players being discriminated against.
Just a few photos from VIBE events
Images above (L to R): Victorious England Team at the UK VI Outdoor Singles in Wales; Indoor Pairs Sponsor, Gaye Worden, presents the 'Best B1' Shield to Eric Gallacher; Outdoor Triples: Steve Dewitt, Chris Turnbull & Tony Kimpton of Preston; Jeannette Maisey & Tony Kimpton, with their Directors, with Somerset President David Bishop at the VIBE Nationals 2018, Clarence BC.
Upcoming Events
INCLUDING NON-VIBE EVENTS OPEN TO PLAYERS WITH A VISUAL IMPAIRMENT.
Visually Impaired Bowls Events
October 2026 – October 2027
Weston-super-Mare Lions' Open VI Singles Tournament. Clarence BC. May 6th - 9th 2027
PLEASE RETURN HERE WHEN MORE DETAILS ARE AVAILABLE