Danson Park Bowls Consortium Limited

Danson Park Bowls Consortium Limited is a registered nonprofit organisation and charity (Charity number 1169873) dedicated to promoting the game of lawn bowls in the Borough of Bexley, Kent, and surrounding areas. Established as a private company limited by guarantee without share capital in 1993, the consortium unites five bowls clubs operating from two greens in Danson Park, Bexleyheath[1][4][5].

History and Structure

The consortium comprises five member clubs:

• Danson Park Men's Bowls Club
• Danson Park Ladies' Bowls Club
• Kingfisher (Mixed) Bowls Club
• Bexley Visually Impaired Bowls Club
• Veterans Club of Bexley Bowls Section

These clubs collaborate under the umbrella of Danson Park Bowls Consortium Limited to manage and maintain facilities and to promote the sport locally. The organisation is noted for operating two bowling greens with a total of 14 rinks, considered one of the few such facilities in northwest Kent[1][2][5].

Purpose and Activities

The main aim of the consortium is to encourage participation in lawn bowls for people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities, highlighting its health and social benefits. Bowls is promoted not only as a sport but also as a social activity that fosters community engagement and supports wellbeing. Special emphasis is placed on inclusion, exemplified by the involvement of the Bexley Visually Impaired Bowls Club and initiatives to assist people with care needs in cooperation with Bexley Council[1][3][5].

The greens are available for public use on a green fee basis, providing opportunities for social play and taster sessions to attract new players. The consortium's community focus extends to supporting individuals coping with personal loss through the social network that bowls provides[2][5].

Governance and Operations

Danson Park Bowls Consortium Limited is registered at Companies House with company number 02814473. It maintains active status and complies with statutory filings, including annual accounts and confirmation statements. The organisation’s nature of business is classified under activities of sports clubs[4].

Community Engagement and Support

The consortium participates in local community initiatives and fundraising efforts, such as the Bexley Community Lottery, to sustain and expand its offerings. It actively seeks support to continue providing accessible lawn bowls facilities and programs that cater to diverse groups in the community[5].

Danson Park Bowls Consortium Limited plays a pivotal role in sustaining and promoting lawn bowls as both a recreational and social sport within Bexley, supporting inclusivity and community health through its collaborative, multi-club structure.

[1] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/charity-details/?regid=1169873&subid=0 [2] https://www.dansonparkbowls.co.uk [3] https://careservices.bexley.gov.uk/Services/1704 [4] https://find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk/company/02814473 [5] https://www.bexleycommunitylottery.co.uk/support/danson-park-bowls-consortium