Southampton Old Bowling Green is a grass bowling pitch with roots stretching back to 1299, making it one of England’s oldest bowling greens. The facility continues to serve the local bowls community, offering a traditional venue for the sport in the heart of Southampton.
The green remains an active pitch where the game of bowls is played throughout the year. Its centuries-long heritage reflects Southampton’s long association with recreational sports and leisure, with the venue having maintained its original character and purpose across seven centuries of the city’s history.