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Founded in 1871, Preston Curling Club is now based at The Flower Bowl, where they practice weekly. Consisting of members old and new, the club offers keen curlers a chance to play regular, friendly and competitive games. Welcoming 60 new members since 2018, they always welcome new members!
To enquire about membership please contact the Secretary by email here.
Please note, attending the beginners curling coaching course is essential to reach club level. Minimum age 16. All under 18s must be accompanied by an adult over the age of 21 at all times.
1871
Founded on the 16th September 1871, Preston Curling Club would play friendly matches against nearby towns on local ponds.
1874
On Christmas Day in 1874, Preston Curling Club played their first ever competitive game, winning by 47 shots to 27.
1875
Preston Curling Club became official members of their sport, joining the Royal Caledonian Curling Club.
1910
The club received its first invitation to play at the Manchester Ice Palace, an indoor ice rink.
1965
The club began playing matches more locally at Blackpool Ice Rink and would travel up to Scotland to compete in further games.
1966
Preston played Dealbeattie in December for the first time, and this match has now continued year after year. Preston play for a Scottish Haggis whilst Dealbeattie play for Lancashire Cheese.
1980
Lockerbie Ice Rink became the official home of Preston Curling Club for the next 38 years. Club members would travel to Lockerbie on a Thursday morning to play two games before travelling back.
2018
With the opening of The Flower Bowl during the summer of 2018, Preston Curling Club was able to come back to its roots and gain a new home where it all began.
Garstang Rd, Preston
PR3 0BT
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Garstang Rd, Preston
PR3 0BT
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(for Sat Nav please use PR3 0RB)
